Explore Hardin County
Ackley Heritage Center
Visit the corner drug store with working soda fountain, and see displays and artifacts. Personal history files and videos, school pictures and publications, and historical photographs on exhibit at Heritage Center office on second level of Municipal building. Also on site are an 1870
Ackley, IA MuseumsPat Clark Art Collection
Named for its Iowa Falls benefactor, the collection includes more than 270 works of art, including oil paintings, watercolors, ink drawings, and sculptures, by nationally and internationally recognized artists. Portions of the collection are on display at the historic Carnegie-Ellsworth Building. Iowa Falls, IA Collections
Hardin County Farm Museum
This 12-acre agriculture and household museum houses antique farm implements and machinery of the 1850s-1950s. Goose Creek country schoolhouse, built in 1882, is located on the farm.
Eldora, IA MuseumsScenic City Empress Boat Club
Double-deck riverboat, with enclosed lower level, offers chartered or catered cruises on the Iowa River. Rustic log cabin Boat Club available for rentals. Contact us for motorcoach tour packages of the area.
Iowa Falls, IA Boat ClubsIowa Falls Historical Museum
Replica of early downtown, with one-room school, doctor and dentist offices, beauty shop, jewelry shops, library. International doll collection, Bill Riley memorabilia. Make an appointment to visit the nearby Dow House, a renovated 1900s home with period furnishings and collections.
Iowa Falls, IA MuseumsRock-n-Row Adventures
Make reservations for a tube float down the scenic Iowa river, or enjoy miniature golf and driving range on site.
Eldora, IA ShoppesHardin County Historical House
Large Victorian home built in 1891, featuring antiques and collectibles from the Eldora and Hardin County area. Carriage house and library located on the grounds.
Eldora, IA Historic HomesGrand Theatre
Original canopy and neon marquee adorn this restored 1913 theater.
Eldora, IA TheatresDow House Historical Museum
Renovated 1900s home, with period furnishings and museum collection. Early Iowa Falls photographs, vintage clothing and toys, collection of petit point. Landscaped with vintage perennials and shrubs.
Iowa Falls, IA Museums