Northeast Iowa, Iowa
Summer pursuits make a big splash with young and old, while the fall harvest brings a bounty of color. Visit historic river towns, and catch riverboat casino fever. Then check into a charming bed and breakfast inn overlooking the mighty Mississippi.
Explore Northeast Iowa
Bremer County Historical Society Museum
The Bremer County Historical Society Museum building was built in 1862 as the first large hotel and stagecoach stop in the area and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It now houses pioneer and other artifacts from Bremer County. Visit us on Facebook:
Waverly, IA MuseumsCarnegie Cultural Center
Temporary and Permanent exhibits fill this old Carnegie Library building. Permanent exhibits include the Natvig Brothers Circus, life under the big top in models to scale; Billy J's Clown Circus, clown models on parade; Toy Town
New Hampton, IA MuseumsBloomsbury Farm
When you and your family visit Bloomsbury Farm, you will experience a fun-filled day full of outdoor adventure and learning! Bloomsbury Farm is located 4
Atkins, IA Farm LifeIllinois Central Railroad Depot
This 1892 depot is filled with railroad items and houses the Buchanan County Tourism Visitors Center. See a 1924 steam locomotive and 1928
Independence, IA Railroad HistoryGilbertson Nature Center and Petting Zoo
Nature center features native animal mounts, furs, and live animals. The petting zoo gives visitors of all ages the chance to see and pet domesticated farm animals and pets.
Elgin, IA ZoosHawkeye Buffalo Ranch
Take a historical and spiritual trip into the world of the American buffalo. Participate in a Lakota Sioux "smudge feather" ceremony, then ride into our herd of buffalo and feed them by hand. Buffalo lunches and dinners available.
Fredericksburg, IA Historic RanchesFFA Historical and Ag Museum
A visual history of our agricultural heritage and the role of small communities in rural America. Antique farm implements, tools, turn-of-the-century artifacts.
La Porte City, IA MuseumsLylah's Marsh
Wildlife abounds in natural marsh northwest of Elma. This 155-acre site offers camping, picnicking, and three-mile trail to the marsh.
Elma, IAWaterloo Community Playhouse and Black Hawk Childr
Live theater, summer musical, regular and children's theater.
Waterloo, IA TheatresLaura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum
Nine-year-old Laura Ingalls moved here with her family in 1876 so her father could manage the Burr Oak Masters Hotel. This is the only childhood home of Laura Ingalls Wilder that remains on its original site. The hotel is restored to its 1876
Burr Oak, IA Museums