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 BridgesMuseum of Natural History
Three major galleries focus on natural science and natural history of Iowa and the Midwest. Newly remodeled Hageboeck Hall features more than 1,000 birds. Mammal Hall displays nearly every order of mammal from aardvark to zebra, including a 48
Iowa City, IA MuseumsCedar Rapids Museum of Art
The world's largest collection of works by Regionalist artist and Cedar Rapids native Grant Wood. Changing selection from the museum's 5,200-piece collection and traveling exhibitions from other museums. "Art in Roman Life" exhibit includes more than 50
Cedar Rapids, IA MuseumsThe Iowa Children's Museum
Explore 28,000 square feet of exhibit space, featuring five interactive galleries filled with hands-on, minds-on activities for families. Drive the ambulance, make a video, or create your own piece of art.
Coralville, IA MuseumsUniversity of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame
Experience more than 100 years of athletic excellence, from Nile Kinnick's 1939 Heisman Trophy to the winning softball pitched by Iowa's undefeated Big Ten championship team in 1997, and all the trophies brought home by the Hawks'
Iowa City, IA Halls of FameGrant Wood Gallery
Original artwork by Iowa native Grant Wood, including 23 charcoal sketches and two oil paintings, on display at the 1903 Carnegie Library. Marvin Cone and other artists also represented.
Tipton, IA GalleriesPine Creek Grist Mill
Restored 1848 grist mill with intact machinery and millstones. Also visit the old country school on site.
Muscatine, IA MillsAquatic Center
This 11,000-square-foot heated pool features zero-depth entry, five geysers, raindrop fountain, lap swim area, 23'
Washington, IA Water ParksUshers 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 Museums