Southwest Iowa, Iowa
Southwestern Iowa exudes its western flair with a championship rodeo and superb game hunting. Visit a one-room schoolhouse for a glimpse of prairie life a century ago. Or, camp at the edge of a lake, and let peace and tranquility wash over you.
Explore Southwest Iowa
Burlington Northern Depot and World War II Memorial Museum
Completely restored 1903
Red Oak, IA MuseumsHistoric Oakwood Cemetery
The Oakwood Cemetery on the east edge of Lewis is the final resting place of many prominent Lewis residents that aided freedom seekers during their lives.
Lewis, IA CemeteriesHitchcock House
The Reverend George B. Hitchcock House is the home of one of the anti-slavery leaders of the Congregational Church mission in western Iowa. Reverend Hitchcock used his home to assist in the safe passage of fugitive slaves (or Freedom Seekers)
Lewis, IA Historic BuildingsPatriotic Rock
Young local artist paints a new patriotic theme on this large rock each year as a tribute to the armed forces serving our country.
Greenfield, IA Historic SitesSouthern Loess Hills Interpretive and Welcome Cent
Learn about the geography, people, animals and rare plant life in Iowa'
Percival, IA Nature CentersPromenade Around Clarinda
Self-guided tour with brochure available at Nodaway Valley Historical Museum. Join a walking tour of the 1853 original plat of Clarinda, with its 100-foot-wide street called the "Promenade" located two blocks outside the public square on all sides. Private residences are not open to the public.
Clarinda, IA ToursKline Museum
Collection of antique farm machinery and cars includes fully restored 1911 Carter Car. Furniture, dishes, and musical instruments also on display.
Prescott, IA MuseumsWalnut Creek Historical Museum
Discover the area's German heritage and farming history in this former Masonic Lodge with Masonic emblems and original tin ceiling.
Walnut, IA MuseumsBank of Memories
Orient is located along the original Mormon Trail. A museum houses an original Mormon Trail sign, replica handcart, mural, Mormon books and changing local history displays. Across the street in Historical Park, view an interpretive panel about the Mormon Trail.
Orient, IA MuseumsRailswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad
This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroad, historic photos, dining car memorabilia,and uniforms. Also displayed on the grounds are two steam engines, a 1917 waycar, a club car, Railway Post Office car and caboose. Council Bluffs, IA Museums