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This small jewel of mid-Victorian architecture, completed in 1861, is one of the oldest homes in Black Hawk County. Guided tours allow visitors to step into an authentic Victorian interior, including original family belongings. Make purchases in the Pie Safe Museum Gift Shop, and wander through picturesque Victorian gardens.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

John Deere Waterloo Operations

See the assembly of 95- to 425-horsepower tractors in state-of-the-art production facility. Tour the engine works, drive train assembly, and service parts operations. Browse through the Deere Crossing Gift Shop. (Age and footwear restrictions apply.)

Waterloo, IA Shoppes

Grout Museum of History & Science - Grout Museum District

History collection focuses on the period from 1933, when Iowa was opened for settlement, to the present. The Maytag Car, 1915 Waterloo Boy, Rath Packing Company whistle and Pioneer Hall Mural help visitors envision and understand bygone eras.

Waterloo, IA Museums

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area

One of only 27 National Heritage Areas in the U.S., Silos & Smokestacks tells the story of American agriculture, agribusiness, and farm life through a network of sites, events and communities. The 37-county heritage area is bordered by the Mississippi River, I-80, and I-35

Waterloo, IA Historic Sites

Bluedorn Science Imaginarium - Grout Museum District

A "playground for the imagination," this science center provides fun hands-on exhibits that demonstrate how science affects everyday life. Unravel the mysteries of motion with scientific experiments: Roll-A-Ball, Bernoulli Ball, and the hammer table. Entertaining and informative demonstrations.

Waterloo, IA Museums

Waterloo Black Hawks Hockey

United States Hockey League team.

Waterloo, IA Hockey Teams

Things to do near Waterloo, IA

Department of Natural Resources Aquarium and Hatch

Built in the 1930s, the aquarium and hatchery is located south of Lock and Dam 10. Features native freshwater fish, turtles, ...

FFA Historical and Ag Museum

A visual history of our agricultural heritage and the role of small communities in rural America. Antique farm implements, to...

Waterloo Bucks Baseball

Northwood Collegiate League baseball....

Seed Savers Exchange/Heritage Farm

Heritage Farm comprises 2,000 heirloom vegetable varieties. Also featured are more than 800 old-time apple trees, a gift shop...