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The Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village

Davenport, Iowa

Historic House

The village is a replica of a typical 19th century pioneer village with St. Ann's Church, a one-room schoolhouse, train depot, telephone office, saloon and much more, preserving the historic character of the 1830s to 1930s.

The Fluxus Indian Museum

Coon Rapids, Iowa

Anthropology, Archaeology, Culture, History, Library, Natural History, Park

The museum represents 12 years of research and work by FLUXUS Midwest. The museum's current collection comprises more than 150 objects, relics and documents. This digital version of the FLUXUS INDIAN MUSEUM is part of the continuing effort to promote knowledge about the Fluxus Indians.

The History Center

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

History, Historic House, Library

The Carl & Mary Koehler History Center is the historical heart of Linn County, Iowa. Permanent exhibits on the growth and development of the county, as well as temporary exhibits that focus on the historical significance of items in the museum's collection, bring history alive for visitors of all ages. The center is also home to an extensive historical archive/library where scholars, students, local government officials and geneologists can conduct research.

The Nelson Pioneer Farm & Museum

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Historical Society

Founded in 1844, the Nelson homestead is one of the premier historic attractions in Mahaska County. The property, maintained by the Mahaska County Historical Society, Inc., a non-profit, educational institution, now features historic buildings from all over Mahaska County, providing visitors a glimpse of what life was like for Iowans in 19th century America. The Nelson home, built in 1853, and the Nelson barn, built in 1856, are the focal point of the museum and are designated National Historic Sites by the U.S. Department of Interior.

The Restored Burlington Northern Depot & WWII Memorial Museum

RED OAK, Iowa

Culture, History, Historical Society, Library, Military, Specialized

The architecture of the Depot is the Richardson Romanesque Style which influenced the first Chicago School of architecture and architects such as Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright. That Style, named after Henry Hobson Richardson, generally follows Romanesque Revival Style, incorporating 11th century southern French and Spanish Romanesque characteristics, plus Richardson designs, which can be observed on the Depot.

The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana

Mount Pleasant, Iowa

Culture, History, Specialized

Built and maintained by the Midwest old Settlers and Threshers Association, Inc., the Museum of Repertoire Americana officially opened September 1, 1973, reflecting the long-time dream of repertoire theatre company owners and actors Neil and Caroline Schaffner. The museum is dedicated to the preservation of memorabilia and artifacts of early repertoire theatre. The collection includes numerous painted curtains and scenic pieces; costumes and equipment used by individual performers and technicians; playbills, show cards, advertising sheets, etc.; and an extensive research library of rare scripts, correspondence, tour schedules, production photos and other original source materials.

Trainland USA

Colfax, Iowa

Specialized

Features operating toy trains and displays of Lionel trains and accessories. The exhibit represents three eras of time: frontier, steam and diesel.

The Danish Immigrant Museum

Elkhorn, Iowa

Art, Culture, General, History, Library, Park, Specialized

The Danish Immigrant Museum will tell the story of the Danish immigrants and the Danish-American experience and is organized to collect, preserve, study and interpret their material, culture and traditions.

The Higgins Museum

Okoboji, Iowa

Specialized

Devoted to national banking in the US. National bank notes and memorabilia from Iowa and adjoining states. Research facilities.

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum

Burr Oak, Iowa

Park

This 11-room hotel is THE ONLY childhood home of this internationally famous "little House" author that remains on its original site.

The Octagon Center for the Arts

Ames, Iowa

Art

Offers childrens' and adult's art classes, local and national art exhibitions and programs and community events including the annual Art in the Park. The Octagon Shop features art for sale by local and regional artists.

The Science Center of Iowa

Des Moines, Iowa

Science

A hands-on educational science center

Toolesboro Indian Mounds

Wapello, Iowa

History, Specialized

Several burial mounds of the Hopewell Culture, 200 BC to 400 AD. Visitors Center with exhibits.