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 LifeSilos & 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 SitesDelaware County Historical Museum
Nine-building complex on former Lenox College Campus offers displays on natural history and Civil War history, Civil War monument, farm equipment, depot/caboose, country store, country school, and Deleware County memorabilia.
Hopkinton, IA MuseumsSeed Savers Exchange/Heritage Farm
Heritage Farm comprises 2,000 heirloom vegetable varieties. Also featured are more than 800
Decorah, IA Farm LifeVesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
The immigrant story comes alive at Vesterheim, America's oldest and largest museum devoted to one immigrant group. The downtown historic complex includes the main building, built in 1877 as a luxury hotel; an 1800s farmhouse from Norway; early pioneer immigrant homes;
Decorah, IA MuseumsFayette County Historical Center
Variety of exhibits, including local history, war memorabilia, health care, housekeeping, agricultural, advertising and more. Extensive genealogy department.
West Union, IA Historic CentersHawkeye 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 RanchesMarquette Depot Museum, Gift Shop and Information Center
Reconstructed depot includes tourism information center, gift shop, and museum of local and railroad history.
Marquette, IA MuseumsFontana Interpretive Nature Center
Nature Center features displays and dioramas that interpret woodlands wetlands and prairies. Hands-on exhibits allow visitors to see and touch natural objects, play games and find answers to environmental problems. A live animal display features native wildlife:
Hazleton, IA Nature Centers