Attractions
Browse Attractions
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| Audubon | Educational |
| Carroll | Historical |
| Crawford | Unique |
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A 7 D Corsair Fighter
in Carroll, Carroll County
Arthur N. Neu Airport, 4 miles East, 1 mile South of Carroll
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Albert the Bull
in Audubon, Audubon County
Statue is a salute to the beef industry, at 30 feet tall and 15 feet wide.
Categories: Unique -
Andy Williams Birthplace
in Wall Lake, Sac County
Filled with furnishings of the late 1920’s and early 1930’s, and photos depicting Andy William’s career and life.
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Audubon County’s Veteran’s Memorial
in Audubon, Audubon County
Monument features name plates of veterans.
Categories: Historical -
Carroll County Genealogy Library
in Glidden, Carroll County
Carroll County’s resource for geneological research.
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Carroll County Historical Museum
in Carroll, Carroll County
Hwy. 30 & Court Street - Artifacts represent Carroll County from late 1800’s to present.
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Carroll Historic Preservation Commission Walking and Driving Tour
in Carroll County
View ten historic sites - information can be found at Carroll County Historical Society.
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Chautauqua Building
in Sac City, Sac County
Built in 1908 and features photos of early 19th century Chautauqua events and historical murals.
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Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot
in Carroll, Carroll County
Unique 1896 depot under restoration.
Categories: Historical -
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot
in Breda, Carroll County
Categories: Historical -
Courthouse Museum
in Exira, Audubon County
Collections include history, library, Native American displays, and antiques.
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Deal’s Orchard Annual Fall Festival
in Greene County
Fall being harvest time in the Midwest, one of the best family oriented events in the area is the Annual Fall Festival at Deal’s Orchard, which takes place the second weekend in October. A sample of the offerings includes horse-drawn hay wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, candle dipping, a haunted house, a corn maze and old fashioned homemade ice cream.
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Donna Reed Theater and Museum
in Denison, Crawford County
Categories: Historical -
Douglas Center School
in Holstein, Ida County
Restored country school, memorabilia.
Categories: Historical -
Dow House Museum
in Dow City, Crawford County
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Farmstead Museum
in Swan Lake State Park, Carroll County
Collection of farm buildings, horsedrawn machinery, and tools of the farm past.
Categories: Historical -
Forgotten Corner Museum
in Manning, Carroll County
Half mile South of Manning High School.
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Gallup House
in Greene County
This unique octagonal structure, the birthplace of famed Gallup Poll founder, Dr. George Gallup, is currently undergoing restoration by Gallup & Robinson, after which it is planned that the home will be available for a variety of uses, such as business or private retreats, educational meetings and seminars, and private receptions.
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German Hausbarn/Heritage Park
in Manning, Carroll County
Authentic German Hausbarn built in 1660, reconstructed in Manning in 1999.
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Grant Center School
in Ida Grove, Ida County
One-room school built in 1884.
Categories: Historical -
Grave and Memorial of Merle Hay
in Carroll County
Merle Hay Memorial Cemetery of Glidden.
Categories: Historical -
Greene County Courthouse
in Greene County
Showcases classic period architectural gems such as marble design elements and a mosaic tile floor in the rotunda. The domed rotunda also features lunette murals and a stained glass ceiling.
Categories: Historical -
Haus Ernst
in Ida Grove, Ida County
1895 Victorian B&B. Website
Categories: Historical -
Historic Lincoln Highway
in Greene County
Greene County’s portion of the Historic Lincoln Highway leads the way to several area attractions.
Categories: Historical -
Immanual Lutheran Church
in Kimballton, Audubon County
Built in 1904, this beautiful church is featured on the National Register of Historical Places.
Categories: Historical -
Iowa Lincoln Highway Association
in Greene County
Filled with memorabilia and photos.
Categories: Historical -
John James Audubon Cultural Center
in Audubon, Audubon County
Carnagie library built in 1912, shows Danish heritage through collection of Royal Copenhagen Danish Christmas plates.
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John James Audubon Statue
in Audubon, Audubon County
Statue of world famous artist
Categories: Historical -
Klondike Hotel
in Manilla, Crawford County
Categories: Historical -
Log Cabin (by Grant Center School)
in Ida Grove, Ida County
Built in 1901.
Categories: Historical -
Lytton Museum
in Lytton, Sac County
Displays of past businesses as well as an Indian artifact collection.
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Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower
in Jefferson, Greene County
Stands 168 feet high, and provides a commanding view of the city of Jefferson and the outlying area. The glass-paneled elevator arrives at the observation deck at a height of 120 feet, and while getting a bird’s eye view of the countryside. 14 cast bells chime.
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Manning’s Veteran’s Memorial Wall
in Manning, Carroll County
Area veterans names etched on separate blocks with soldiers’ rank and years of service.
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McHenry House Museum
in Denison, Crawford County
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Memorial Plaza recognizing Ida County Veterans
in Ida Grove, Ida County
Memorial wall, all branches of military, walkways.
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Milwaukee Railroad Depot
in Greene County
Trailhead to the area’s premier bike trail, housing tourist information, railroad memorabilia, and art shows.
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Missouri-Mississippi Drainage Divide
in Carroll County
Roadside attraction, elevation 1429 feet.
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Monument Square
in Sac City, Sac County
Monument is dedicated to all who served in the Civil War.
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Moorehead House Museum & Historical Courthouse
in Ida Grove, Ida County
1883 constructed, Victorian house restored.
Categories: Historical -
Neal Moeller Environmental Education Center
in Denison, Crawford County
Yellow Smoke Park - Animal and interactive exhibits native to Iowa and nature gift shop.
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Odebolt’s Museum
in Odebolt, Sac County
Full of the history of farming, featuring items from the two large ranches that surrounded the community.
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One Room School House and Log Cabin
in Graham Park, Carroll County
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Plow-In-the-Oak Park
in Exira, Audubon County
Legendary tree that grew around a plow.
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Raccoon River Valley Recreational Bike Trail
in Greene County
Beginning at the Old Milwaukee Depot in Jefferson and extending to West Des Moines, this cycling excursion covers 57 miles of a renovated and paved retired rail system.
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Sac City’s Museum
in Sac City, Sac County
Changes regularly with different displays and is a real ‘hands on’ museum. It also features a completely furnished country school, the World’s Largest Popcorn ball and other historical buildings.
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Sac County Barn Quilts
in Sac County, Sac County
Take a relaxing road trip around Sac County to view over 50 Barn Quilts. This project not only highlights our agricultural areas, but also the talent of the Sac County Quilters and artists. Website
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Sac County Courthouse
in Sac City, Sac County
Built in 1889, and is featured on the National Register of Historic Places.
Categories: Historical -
Saving Our Avian Resources
in Dedham, Carroll County
Wildlife rehabilitation and education facility.
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Skate Palace
in Ida Grove, Ida County
Roller skating rink, ballroom dance floor, Old World Gothic atmosphere.
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Stage Coach Inn
in Ida Grove, Ida County
Restored and features memorbilia from that era.
Categories: Historical -
Swan Lake Conservation Education Center
in Carroll, Carroll County
Interactive nature displays and exhibits, meeting rooms.
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The Auburn Museum
in Auburn, Sac County
Highlights the pioneer woman and her strife in those days with collections of personal items, clothing, handmade quilts, and household paraphernalia.
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The Heritage Rose Garden
in Gray, Audubon County
Unique town park that has a collection of over 200 antique varieties of garden roses.
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The Inn at Battle Creek
in Battle Creek, Ida County
Restored 1899 Queen Anne Victorian country inn. National Register of Historic Places. Website
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The Lake View Museum
in Lake View, Sac County
Features historical items from the lake and early recreational activities and a marvelous collection of over 100 birds and waterfowl.
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The Little Mermaid
in Kimballton, Audubon County
Replica of Copenhagen’s Mermaid in the Harbor.
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The Nemaha Museum
in Nemaha, Sac County
Located in a former bank building, boasts a large assortment of washing machines and depicts the early life of a household.
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Tree in the Middle of the Road
in Exira, Audubon County
Stands in the intersection of 2 county roads.
Categories: Unique -
War Memorial Monuments
in Carroll, Carroll County
East First Street S of Grant Road - Monuments from each war beginning with the Civil War.
Categories: Historical -
Warren Pony Bridge
in Carroll, Carroll County
Veterans Memorial Park
Categories: Historical -
World’s Largest Popcorn Ball
in Sac City, Sac County
Located at the Sac City Museum site, this attraction is featured in the Guinness Book of World Records, weighing in at 3,100 pounds.
Categories: Unique
