Southeast Iowa Tourism
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Midwest Old Threshers Heritage Museum - Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Midwest Old Threshers Heritage Museum - Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Description – The museum displays early farm machinery and equipment, including a large collection of Corliss stationary steam engines, steam traction engines and steam-powered threshing machines. Other features are interpretive exhibits dedicated to farm women, water, electricity, and antique farm implements which are displayed in and near a implement store.
Midwest Central Railroad And Midwest Electric Railway - Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Midwest Central Railroad And Midwest Electric Railway - Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Comprised of two groups of volunteers interested in the restoration and operation of the steam engine the collection of engines at Midwest Old Threshers (located in Mount Pleasant Iowa) is an excellent display of history. These two groups have preserved and operate two historic types of transportation. The Midwest Central Railroad has over 8 pieces of narrow gauge rolling stock on the grounds, some of them as old as 1891.
Maharishi Vedic City Iowa
Vedic City, Iowa, USA (Maharishi) was established just outside of Fairfield, Iowa, as a city of peaceful living in this southeast Iowa area. The city and it’s schools are open for tours, the culture is available for all to experience by the gracious members of the community. Someplace unique to visit and learn, they welcome you.
Lewelling Quaker Museum - Salem, Iowa
Lewelling Quaker Museum - Salem, Iowa. The underground railroad had as many as 5 homes in the Salem area for the safety of slaves escaping their "owners." This home is now a museum dedicated to that search for freedom.
Lake Sugema Fish And Wildlife Area
Lacey Keosauqua State Park at Keosauquak, Iowa, is the gateway to the 574-acre lake and 3,600 fish and wildlife area.
First stocked in 1992, the lake is quickly becoming one the Iowa’s premier largemouth bass fisheries. Creel surveys indicate the lake is among Iowa’s top bluegill waters, crappie fishing is also excellent.
Keokuk Veterans’ Memorial - Keokuk, Iowa
Keokuk Veterans’ Memorial - Keokuk, Iowa This beautiful monument sets at the entrance of Oakland Cemetery, 18th and Carroll Streets in Keokuk.
The Veterans’ Memorial dedicated on July 4, 2005 is a tribute to the men and and women who served with honor in the United States Armed Forces.
Wildlife Lakes Elk Farm - West Burlington, Iowa
WILDLIFE LAKES ELK FARM - BURLINGTON, IOWA This farm is located just outside of West Burlington to the west where you can see the majestic elk with their huge racks, the females with their young and other wildlife such as geese that visit the ponds at the farm.
West Point Public Museum - West Point, Iowa
West Point Public Museum - West Point, Iowa. The West Point Museum, which is located on the southwest corner of the town square in West Point at 311 Avenue D., was established in 1977 by the West Point Historical Society. Museum items include numerous 1800 to 1900 period furnishings and artifacts.
Van Allen House Heritage Museum - Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Description – This is the birthplace and early home of Dr. James A. Van Allen, physicist noted for his role in United States space explorations, including the discovery of the Van Allen radiation belts. This Italianate home was built by his grandfather in 1862 and remained in the family until 1996. Several of the rooms have been furnished with period furniture—some from the family—and displays have been developed on Dr. Van Allen, his family life and education, and his and other members of the family accomplishments. Information concerning Henry County can also be obtained there.
Tri-State Rodeo - Fort Madison, Iowa
Tri-State Rodeo - Fort Madison, Iowa Since 1947, Fort Madison has hosted one of the nation’s top professional rodeos. A 10,000 seat outdoor arena plays host to four performances. This annual event continues to grow…don’t miss it!
