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Visit the first schoolhouse in Palo Alto County and a replica of an early sod house. The town's first post office has also been restored. Unique historical displays, veterans memorial.

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Grotto of the Redemption

A composite of nine separate grottos portrays scenes from the life of Christ, using stones and gems from around the world. Museum, gift shop, restaurant, campground, playground, shelter house. Sometimes called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Trumpeter swans on the lake.

West Bend, IA Grottos

Historic Sod House, Schoolhouse, Post Office

Visit the first schoolhouse in Palo Alto County and a replica of an early sod house. The town's first post office has also been restored. Unique historical displays, veterans memorial.

West Bend, IA Historic Schoolhouses

West Bend Golf & Country Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3

West Bend, IA Golf Courses

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Calliope Village

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West Bend Golf & Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days...

Pocahontas Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...