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 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 LifeCarnegie 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 MuseumsRed Barn Model Railroad Museum
Operating and fixed displays of Lionel, American Flyer and Marx toy trains and trolleys dating from early 1900s. HO railroad featuring steam and diesel locomotives from famous American railroads. Full-sized railroad items on display.
Dundee, IA MuseumsBig Springs Trout Hatchery
State-owned hatchery has 24 spring-fed raceways, fed by Iowa's largest coldwater spring. Rainbow, brook, and brown trout are raised to stockable size and released to 21 streams throughout northeast Iowa. Special tours on Iowa'
Elkader, IA Trout FarmsLidtke 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 SitesMuseum of River History
Displays highlighting river history in Lansing from commercial fishing to clamming. Iowa state fish hatchery, ice harvesting, button industry and early days of Lansing.
Lansing, IA MuseumsAllamakee County Historical Museum and Genealogy Research Center
Built in 1860, the old courtroom contains the original judge'
Waukon, IA MuseumsSilos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area
One of only 27 National Heritage Areas in the U.S., Silos & Smokestacks tells the story of American agriculture, agribusiness, and farm life through a network of sites, events and communities. The 37-county heritage area is bordered by the Mississippi River, I-80, and I-35
Waterloo, IA Historic SitesSeed Savers Exchange/Heritage Farm
Heritage Farm comprises 2,000 heirloom vegetable varieties. Also featured are more than 800
Decorah, IA Farm Life