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Jasper County Historical Museum


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The history of Jasper County is depicted by a 40-foot bas relief mural. Exhibits include washing machine display, Maytag memorabilia, displays from four Newton-based companies, 150-million-year-old dinosaur tracks, agricultural display, and 1875 barn. See Victorian and 1930s-era homes, country store, church, school, antique furniture store and post office. Working blacksmith shop open by arrangement.


Admission: Fee
Hours: 1-4:30 daily, May-Sep.
Address: 1700 S. 15th Ave. W.
Phone: 641-792-9118
Our Email: jascomus@iowatelecom.net
Our Website:www.jaspercountymuseum.org

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