State Center

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

State Center Rose Garden

Landscaped garden in "The Rose Capital of Iowa" features varieties of old and new roses, along with a gazebo. Garden is lighted from 8-11 nightly.

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Things to Do in State Center

Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Old-fashioned Christmas on Main

Visit from Santa, horse-drawn trolley rides, holiday food, craft & gift bazaars, instrumental, vocal, and…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Watson’s Grocery Store Museum

Watson's Grocery Store Museum, built in 1895 and continuously operated until the mid 1980's, is…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Lincoln Valley Golf

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days

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Upcoming Events

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