East Central Iowa, Iowa
Step back in time and across oceans for a taste of Old World tradition. Visit seven authentic German villages to sample wines, beers and delicious fare. Or, shop for master-crafted furniture and clocks. Then fast-forward to the 21st century for a thrilling evening of stock car racing.
Explore East Central Iowa
Sutliff Bridge
The massive iron bridge, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was constructed in 1898 at the crossing of Sutliff'
Sutliff, IA Historic BridgesThe Historic Englert Theatre
The Englert Theatre opened in downtown Iowa City on September 26, 1912
Iowa City, IA HistoricTheatresMuseum of Natural History
Three major galleries focus on natural science and natural history of Iowa and the Midwest. Newly remodeled Hageboeck Hall features more than 1,000 birds. Mammal Hall displays nearly every order of mammal from aardvark to zebra, including a 48
Iowa City, IA MuseumsMuseum of Art
One of the country's most important collections of African art serves as the museum's centerpiece. Visitors can also view traveling exhibitions and selections from the museum's permanent collection of more than 12,000 works of art.
Iowa City, IA MuseumsDevonian Fossil Gorge
Historic floods during the summer of 1993 surged over the emergency spillway and eroded a 15-foot deep channel, exposing the underlying bedrock. Visitors can walk over acres of Devonian Age sea floor and get a first-hand look at fossils normally hidden from view. Gorge open dawn-dusk daily.
Iowa City, IA Historic SitesGrant Wood Studio and Visitor Center
Tour the original studio where artist Grant Wood lived and worked from 1924 to 1934. Designed and built by Wood, this light-filled carriage house loft was where he painted "American Gothic" and many other famous works. Operated by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, which houses the world'
Cedar Rapids, IA Visitors CentersParamount Theater
Performing arts theater hosts a Broadway series, the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Cedar Rapids Theatre Organ Society, family shows and national touring concerts.
Cedar Rapids, IA TheatresIndian Creek Nature Center
Restored savannas, prairies and woodlands cover 210 acres. Cedar Greenbelt Recreation Trail and Sac and Fox National Recreation Trail cross the property. Buildings include auditorium, "maple syruping"
Cedar Rapids, IA Nature CentersCedar Rapids Rough Riders Hockey Team
United States Hockey League Tier 1 hockey team.
Cedar Rapids, IA Hockey TeamsKalona Historical Village
Gathered around the old wooden two-story depot and representing Kalona'
Kalona, IA MuseumsCoralville Lake Camping
Coralville Lake has three campgrounds with just over 500 campsites for your outdoor enjoyment that are managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Getting a single campsite or a loop for your group camping outing at Coralville Lake (or any Corps of Engineers campground nation-wide)
, IA CampingAmana Woolen Mill and Salesroom
Iowa's only operating woolen mill, with looms in operation Monday through Friday. Self-guided tours available daily.
Amana, IA Mills