State Center

Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

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

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

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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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Lincoln Valley Golf

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

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Upcoming Events

Nearby Lakes & Parks