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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.

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Communal Kitchen and Cooper Shop Museum

Authentic Amana communal kitchen house, including kitchen area and dining room, preserved as it was when the communal system ended in 1932. Across the street is the coopershop, where barrels were made.

Amana, IA Museums

Amana Heritage Museum

Three buildings of exhibits portray the story of the Amana Colonies, including religious history and communal life. Video presentation on history gives excellent background of community.

Amana, IA Museums

High Amana General Store

Original village store appears much as it did 150 years ago, and offers a variety of merchandise. An Amana Heritage Society museum store.

Amana, IA Shoppes

Things to do near Amana, IA

Wahkonsa Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...

Marengo Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...

Iowa Masonic Library and Museum

Housed in a gleaming white structure, the library and museum are recognized as the most complete Masonic Library. Collection ...

Amish By-Ways Tour

A 90 minute tour of Kalona's Amish countryside with visits to local shops. An "insider's" view of Amish life....

Paramount Theater

Performing arts theater hosts a Broadway series, the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Cedar Rapids Theatre Organ Society, fam...