East Iowa Tourism
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John Hauberg Indian Museum/Watch Tower Lodge, Quad Cities, Iowa
The Hauberg Indian Museum, located in the lodge constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934, interprets the culture of the Sauk and Mesquakie. The collection of Dr. John Hauberg, a Rock Island philanthropist, forms the basis of the museum’s collection, which features full-size replicas of Sauk winter and summer houses.
Jackson County Historical Society - Maquoketa, Iowa
Jackson County Historical Society was founded on April 25, 1903, when 9 prominent citizens met in Maquoketa to arrange for the preservation of the County heritage as a suitable remembrance of those who settled and developed Jackson County.
The museum housing one of the finest collections of early farm equipment in the com mission. The Society took another giant step by acquiring the abandoned Clinton Engines Corporation building and grounds in Maquoketa. In time a new and more interactive museum complex will be built that will teach of the settlement and development of the upper all prairie in unique and effective ways.
Location: 1212 Quarry St, Maquoketa, IA
Phone: (563) 652-5020
Inwood Woodcarving Exhibit - Dyersville, Iowa
Visitors to the Inwood Woodcarving exhibit in Dyersville can look at many examples of woodcarving: clocks, figurines, chains, decoys, and toys. Woodcarvers are working on a full-size carousel and one can watch the steps involved in this carving. Among the items to view are the 12 apostles and the largest carved clock in Iowa.
Hurstville Interpretive Center - Maquoketa, Iowa
Hurstville Interpretive Center - Maquoketa, Iowa -The Hurstville Interpretive Center offers picnicking, hiking, and nature study. An 18-acre wetland provides wildlife viewing opportunities from the trails, bird blind and observation deck.
The Interpretive Center’s displays include a wetland diorama, waste reduction kiosk, historic photos and HO scale model of the Hurstville Lime Kilns.
Heritage Trail - Dubuque, Iowa
Follow the 26 mile route of a once bustling railroad into a 450 foot deep valley past old mining and mill towns.
Discover the rugged beauty that welcomes thousands of bicyclists and hikers each year.
26 miles
Surface: smooth, compacted crushed limestone ideal for bicycling
Way of the Cross - St. Donatus, Iowa
Way of the Cross - St. Donatus, Iowa - The outdoor Way of the Cross is believed to be the first of its kind in the U.S., according to its brochure. Built in 1861 under the direction of the parish’s pastor, Rev. Michael Flammang, the 14 brick alcoves of the Way of the Cross zigzag up the bluff. The brick exteriors of the alcoves have weathered well over the years. Each alcove contains an original lithographic print detailing Christ’s journey to his crucifixion.
Vander Veer Botanical Center And Park - Davenport, Iowa
There have been floral displays in the park in Davenport since the first glass palm house was built in 1897. The park is known for its glorious outdoor gardens. One such is an accredited All-American Rose Selection garden. That section has more than 1,200 roses. Another area is a Hosta Glade with numerous varieties. In a separate part is an Exotic Vegetable Display; somewhere else one will find an accredited All-American Selections Annual Display Garden.
Grand Opera House - Dubuque, Iowa
51 private citizens decided to bring live entertainment to the Dubuque, Iowa area in 1889, thus The Grand Opera House Company was formed. The Grand Opera House is the oldest theater in Dubuque, Iowa. It was built in 1889-1890 at an estimated cost of $65,000. With the Richardsonian architectural style, the original facade consists of St. Louis brick facing with Bayfield red sandstone trim.
Carmen was the opening night performance August 14, 1890. George M. Cohen, Lillian Russell, Ethel Barrymore, and Sara Bernhardt all preformed at the Grand in the early days. In later years even Henry Fonda preformed at the Grand.
This facility is being refurbished for the pleasure of those that enjoy true classic beauty.
Check the Grand Opera House web site for current schedules of preformances and costs.
Union Station and Burlington Freight House - Davenport, Iowa
Union Station and Burlington Freight House - Davenport, Iowa
On the National Historic Register these two buildings offer a look at different designs than the modern buildings of today.
These two freestanding structures adjoined by a wood post and beam shelter. Union Station is Classical Revival while the Burlington Freight House is a one story building but constructed out of the same materials used in Union Station.
Tug Fest - LeClaire, Iowa
Tug Fest - LeClaire, Iowa
Join the fun and competition at this annual event. Pulling across the Mississippi River between Illinois and Iowa!
It began in 1987, with ten 20-member tug teams pulling with all of their strength on a 2,400 foot, 680 pound rope that spans the Mississippi River between Port Byron, Illinois and LeClaire, Iowa. Each year the teams pull to see who will claim the breath-taking alabaster statue of a Bald Eagle in flight. Over 35,000 people view this spectacular and only tug-of-war across the longest river in the United States.
