In this complex in Ellston, Iowa, visitors can tour a variety of historical sites: the restored Cornwall Pioneer Home, the Hazel Glen rural school, and the National Old Thresherman’s Hall of Fame. … [Read more...]
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Midwest Central Railroad – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Description – At Midwest Old Threshers, and the Midwest Central Railroad are comprised of volunteer groups. These two groups have preserved and operate two historic types of transportation. The Midwest Central Railroad has over 8 pieces of narrow … [Read more...]
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant – Middletown, Iowa
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant - Middletown, Iowa - Iowa Army Ammunition Plant is a Group Technology Center for missile warheads, tank ammunition, artillery rounds and demolition charges. The Iowa AAP's 1,500 building facility is built on 19,300 acres in … [Read more...]
INTERNATIONAL L-BIRD CONVENTION – Keokuk, Iowa
INTERNATIONAL L-BIRD CONVENTION - Keokuk, Iowa. 15th Annual World Wide L-Bird Convention July 19 - 21, 2007. All IBDA, ILPA, Military Trainers Warbirds and enthusiasts, WELCOME! … [Read more...]
Harlan House – Home of Senator Harlan – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
This Mount Pleasant Italiante style home was built by James Harlan on the edge of the Iowa Wesleyan College campus and was completed in 1872. Harlan was the first Republican Senator from the State of Iowa and he became a close friend of Abraham … [Read more...]
George M. Verity Riverboat Museum – Keokuk, Iowa
George M. Verity Riverboat Museum - Keokuk, Iowa The paddle boat was built in Dubuque, Iowa by the U.S. Government in 1927. The George M. Verity was donated to the City of Keokuk in 1961 after being retired from service. … [Read more...]
Fort Madison Art Center – Fort Madison, Iowa
Fort Madison Art Center - Fort Madison, Iowa The Art Center, which is open year-round, regularly displays works from local artists. The Art Center does more than just show and sell artwork throughout the year - it also puts on numerous programs for … [Read more...]
DuPont’s Iowa Powder Mills (Powdertown)- Keokuk, Iowa
DuPont's Iowa Powder Mills (Powedertown)- Keokuk, Iowa. Powdertown, or, the Iowa Powder Mills were part of DuPont's expansion during the late 1800's. Black blasting powder was what they manufactured here, and was sold and shipped to various mining … [Read more...]
Dover Museum – New London, Iowa
Description – This building was originally constructed as a glove and mitten factory in 1909; it then became a creamery in 1928. Now its displays highlight the dairy industry in an area entitled “From Bossy to Butter” and various aspects … [Read more...]
Crapo Park – Burlington, Iowa
Crapo Park - Burlington, Iowa This 85 acre park was established in 1895 through the efforts of Philip Crapo, a local businessman and philanthropist. There was a great flurry of activity in 1896 to ready the park for the Iowa semi-centennial. The … [Read more...]