East Central Iowa, Iowa
Step back in time and across oceans for a taste of Old World tradition. Visit seven authentic German villages to sample wines, beers and delicious fare. Or, shop for master-crafted furniture and clocks. Then fast-forward to the 21st century for a thrilling evening of stock car racing.
Explore East Central Iowa
The Historic Englert Theatre
The Englert Theatre opened in downtown Iowa City on September 26, 1912
Iowa City, IA HistoricTheatresSutliff Bridge
The massive iron bridge, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was constructed in 1898 at the crossing of Sutliff'
Sutliff, IA Historic BridgesCoralville Lake Hunting Areas
Hunting at Coralville Lake is allowed only during State of Iowa appointed hunting seasons. All areas of Coralville Lake are subject to the rules and regulations of the State of Iowa. The link below is to the Corps of Engineer Coralville Lake Public Hunting Map.
, IA HuntingMennonite Museum and Archives
Museum and archives devoted to early Amish and Mennonite cultures and lifestyles, including genealogy books and research materials. Located within the Kalona Historical Village
Kalona, IA MuseumsCommunal Agriculture Museum
Exhibits of tools, artifacts and photographs depict the role of agriculture in communal Amana. Located in a restored 1860 barn.
Amana, IA MuseumsBrucemore
One of 25 properties of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Brucemore is a 26-acre estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids with rolling lawns, formal garden, 1915 Lord and Burnham greenhouse, 1927 swimming pool, and duck pond. The home is a 21-room Queen Anne-style mansion built in 1886. (
Cedar Rapids, IA EstatesTanger Outlet Center
Center includes more than 55 authentic brand-name manufacturer and designer outlet stores. Groups can receive coupons and shopping bags with prior arrangement.
Williamsburg, IA ShoppesIndustrial Machine Shop Museum
The Industrial Machine Shop Museum dates back to 1860 and was the original repair shop for the Amana Woolen Mill. The museum still contains equipment original to the building. Machinery was driven by a central line shaft and was powered by the water wheel turned by the millrace canal.
Amana, IA MuseumsArts Iowa City Center and Gallery
Nonprofit volunteer art center with monthly exhibits by local and regional artists. Performances, lectures, art workshops.
Iowa City, IA GalleriesMuseum of Art
One of the country's most important collections of African art serves as the museum's centerpiece. Visitors can also view traveling exhibitions and selections from the museum's permanent collection of more than 12,000 works of art.
Iowa City, IA MuseumsUshers Ferry Historic Village
Take a step back in time to a small turn-of-the-century Iowa town at Ushers Ferry Historic Village. Located on a beautiful 10-acre site in Seminole Valley Park in northeast Cedar Rapids. More than 30
Cedar Rapids, IA MuseumsIowa Masonic Library and Museum
Housed in a gleaming white structure, the library and museum are recognized as the most complete Masonic Library. Collection includes Masonic artifacts from around the world. American Indian antiques, pioneer and military displays, exhibits of decorative arts.
Cedar Rapids, IA Museums