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 HistoryFroelich Historic Site
See where the first successful tractor was invented. An 1892 scale model and reference materials are on site. Also visit a restored 1886 rural schoolhouse and 1891 general store, with related antiques and displays.
Monona, IA Historic SitesJohn Deere Waterloo Operations
See the assembly of 95- to 425-horsepower tractors in state-of-the-art production facility. Tour the engine works, drive train assembly, and service parts operations. Browse through the Deere Crossing Gift Shop. (Age and footwear restrictions apply.)
Waterloo, IA ShoppesLidtke Mill Historical Site
The mill has working turbines and is located on the Upper Iowa River. Visit a furnished house from the 1900 period. A gift shop and restrooms are available.
Lime Springs, IA Historic SitesDepartment of Natural Resources Aquarium and Hatch
Built in the 1930s, the aquarium and hatchery is located south of Lock and Dam 10
Guttenberg, IA AquariumsPorter House Museum
Italianate house with original furnishings. Exhibits of exotic butterflies, South American artifacts. Unique rock wall surrounds the property.
Decorah, IA MuseumsRensselaer Russell House Museum - Grout Museum District
This small jewel of mid-Victorian architecture, completed in 1861
Waterloo, IA Museums