The Appleberry Farm
2402 West Main Street, 641-752-8443
(Late Summer/Fall)
www.appleberryfarm.com
Return to the simple things in life with an old fashioned country like atmosphere. The Appleberry Farm offers antiques, hand crafted gift items, framed apple prints, home-grown dried flowers, apples, pumpkins, Indian corn, gourds, garlic, squash, caramel apples and cider-making.
The Big Treehouse
2370 Shady Oaks Road, 641-752-2946
www.bigtreehouse.net/treehouse.html
Celebrate the 25th birthday of the treehouse. This 6-story, 12-level hobby of its creator features music, sound effects, and a spiral stairway. It's located at Shady Oaks Campground, a Lincoln Highway landmark since 1925. Call to schedule a tour. Guide and dry weather required.
Binford House
National Register of Historic Places
110 North 2nd Avenue, 641-753-5450
Built in 1874, this beautifully preserved Italianate-style home includes a curved cherry stairway, Italian marble fireplace and walnut built-in bookshelves. Tours and meals available by appointment. Tea parties available upon request.
Create-a-Keepsake
9 West Main Street, 641-752-7007
Create a ceramic keepsake for someone special in your life, for those who are hard to buy for or just for fun. Stop in by yourself, with a friend, group or the whole family. There is always a wide variety of ceramic's to choose from and paints are provided.
F-4 Phantom Airplane
1301 South 6th Street, 641-754-9037
This F-4 Phantom aircraft was retired from active duty and serves as a memorial to all veterans. One of Marshalltown’s own, local resident Joe Latham, flew this F-4 in Vietnam. Call Jeff Heiden for more information or for a tour.
Fisher Community Center Art Gallery
709 South Center Street, 641-753-9013
Open Monday-Friday 11-5 p.m. (Except holidays);
Weekends 1-5 p.m. April - Oct. and upon request when building is open.
www.centraliowaartassociation.com
Gems in Marshalltown self-guided driving tour
The Art Gallery houses an outstanding collection of original Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings. Two and three-dimensional works are also on permanent exhibit. Exhibits change monthly in the Auditorium. Art shop featured. Docent tours available.
Fisher Community Center Ceramic Study Collection
709 South Center Street, 641-753-9013
www.centraliowaartassociation.com
Sculpture Collection self-guided walking tour
In the early 1970’s the Ceramic Study Collection was amassed under the guidance of Gary Eason Eige. Top ceramic artists and scholars recognize it as one of the finest collections of its kind in the nation.
Fisher Community Center Sculptures
709 South Center Street, 641-753-9013
www.centraliowaartassociation.com
Sculpture Collection self-guided walking tour
Outstanding sculptures grace the beautiful grounds at the FCC. The signature piece is Christian Petersen's final work, "Dedication to the Future," that can be seen in a beautiful water and fountain setting as you enter the FCC grounds.
Geocaching
www.IowaGeocachers.org or www.geocaching.com
Geocaching is an entertaining adventure game for gps users. The basic idea: individuals and organizations set up caches all over the world and share the locations on the internet. Find caches in Marshalltown and the surrounding area. Fun for the whole family.
Glick-Sower Heritage Homestead
201 East State Street, 641-752-6664
Tours by appointment only
(Historical Society of Marshall Co.)
www.marshallhistory.org
Pre-Civil War home complete with furnishings from the mid to late-19th century.
GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
Marshall County Conservation Board
2359 233rd Street, 641-752-5490
Conservation Center: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. - Noon (March-Nov.)
www.grimesfarm.com
160 acres of nature trails including prairies, timber, wetland, prairie potholes and conservation farming. An interpretive conservation center opened in Oct. 2003. Self-guided trail maps are available at the trailhead.
Henry Anson Statue
Main Street and Center Street, 641-754-6330
www.co.marshall.ia.us
In July 2003 a statue of Marshalltown's city founder, Henry Anson, was placed on the courthouse lawn in celebration of Marshalltown's 150th Birthday. This statue holds a time capsule from the city's sesquicentennial year and will be opened in 2053.
Iowa Lincoln Highway Association
www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/iowa
The historic Lincoln Highway was the first coast-to-coast motor road. This “Main Street across America” traversed 12 states, from New York City to San Francisco. In Marshall County, it went through the cities of LeGrand, Marshalltown, LaMoille and State Center.
Iowa Veterans Home
North 13th Street and Summit, 641-752-1501
www.iowaveteranshome.org
The Iowa Veteran's Home opened its doors to Iowa veterans and their spouses in 1887. The beautifully landscaped grounds include memorials for veterans of all wars. Iowa Veterans Home is open to the public where art, memorials and sculptures can be viewed. Call for a guided tour.
John Ernest Vineyard & Winery
3291 North Avenue, Tama, 641-484-8048
www.johnernestvineyard.com
Family-owned-and-operated vineyard and winery with live entertainment throughout the year. Wide selection of great wine, a charming gift shop, a banquet facility and a great scenic view of the Iowa River Valley. Tours and wine tasting available.
Lillie Mae Chocolate
23 West Main Street, 641-752-6041, 1-800-752-6041
www.lilliemaechocolate.com
Handmade, hand-dipped chocolates and caramels since 1939 made using the finest of ingredients and flavors with public viewing of dipping. Iowa wines, Iowa products, fresh roasted coffees, and ice cream are sold in the newly remodeled store. Groups welcome anytime.
Marshall County Arts & Culture Alliance
705 South Center Street, 641-754-5616
www.artsandculturealliance.org
The Marshall County Arts & Culture Alliance serves as a support organization providing coordination, marketing and enrichment to existing entities who provide arts and culture opportunities.
Marshall County Courthouse
National Register of Historical Places
Main Street and Center Street, 641-754-6330
www.co.marshall.ia.us
Considered an excellent example of the Italian Renaissance Style. Designed by John C. Cochrane, Chicago, a prominent designer of this style of building. Constructed in 1884-1886. Changes keep with the building's original design. Tours by appointment.
Marshall County Historical Museum
202 East Church Street, 641-752-6664
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tues.-Thurs.
Friday by appointment only
(Historical Society of Marshall Co.)
www.marshallhistory.org
Museum features a permanent geological exhibit displaying a collection of LeGrand fossil crinoids. Special exhibits include famous Marshall County residents like Jean Seberg and "Cap" Anson, a military history exhibit and "The General Store." Group tours by appointment.
Marshalltown Dog Park
402 Woodland Street, 641-754-5715
(Eastend of Riverview Park)
www.marshalltowndogpark.com
Dog Parks are playgrounds for dogs. Owners bring their dogs to run and play with other leash free dogs in a safe fenced in area. Parks & Recreation, 641-754-5715, issues dog tags for park use after showing proof of dogs current vaccinations and a quick application. $2.00 day passes available for visitors.
Matchstick Marvels
319 2nd Street, Gladbrook, 641-473-2410
Open April 1 - Nov. 30, 1-5 p.m.
www.matchstickmarvels.com
Artist Patrick Acton turns ordinary wooden matchsticks into incredible detailed models and sculptures. Ripley's Believe It or Not features Action's matchstick work in their museums around the world.
Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop
National Register of Historical Places
County Road E63, Haverhill, 641-752-6664
Noon - 4 p.m., Memorial Day - Labor Day
www.marshallhistory.org
Journey into the past to a uniquely preserved full-service blacksmith shop, operated by German immigrant Matthew Edel from 1883 until 1940.
Messy Missy's
Inside Meadowlane Mall
www.messymissystudio.com
1716 South Center Street, 641-753-3030
May-September: 10-6 p.m. Mon-Fri., by appointment on Sat. & Sun.
Noon-5 p.m. Sun. (Oct.-April)
Paint a ceramic master piece at Messy Missy's ceramic studio! Be an individual Picasso or schedule your group outing in our party room. Ideal place for birthdays, bridal showers, school groups, clubs, and more. Tuesday's enjoy 2-for-1 studio fee all day long. Don't miss Diva Night, last Friday night of each month!
Meskwaki Bingo – Casino
1504 305th Street, Tama, 1-800-728-GAME
Open 24-hours
www.meskwaki.com
Located just 15 minutes east of Marshalltown on Highway 30. Meskwaki offers all of your favorite casino games, 24-hr Dining, and live professional entertainment.
Orpheum Theatre Center
220 East Main Street, 641-844-5909
www.orpheumCenter.com
The renovated RKO Orpheum Theater houses 152 seat movie theater, state of the art black box theater, 3 Learning Studios, Scene Shop, Exhibit Hall, amphitheater and the Orpheum Coffee Shop and outdoor patio. Administered by Iowa Valley Community College District and a member of the League of Historic American Theaters Association.
The Perfect Setting
13 West Main Street, 641-752-5737
www.theperfectsetting.org
Original works by selected area artists include jewelry, pottery, glassworks, watercolors, photography and more. Custom framing, artful giftware, and events for art lovers are all part of the ambience to be found in Marshallton's Main Street gallery. Need a group program? A delightful customized event is a phone call away.
Ray Frederick Art Gallery
(Located on the MCC Campus)
3700 South Center Street, 641-752-7106 Ext. 5776
www.MarshalltownCommunityCollege.com
The Ray Frederick Gallery is operated by the MCC Fine Arts Department to showcase MCC student artwork, as well as the work of local and regional artists. A new display is showcased each month during the school year (August through May).
Riverside Cemetery
611 North Center Street, 641-753-7891
Main Gate open 8 a.m.-Dusk, Office open 8-5 p.m.
Historical traditional burial grounds. Over ten miles of roadway to drive, walk or bike. Lake Woodmere at entrance, a focal point and visitors' delight.
State Center Commercial Historic District & Museums
Main Street, State Center,
641-483-3002
www.statecenteriowa.org
Approximately 14 miles west of Marshalltown, on Historic Lincoln Highway, State Center contains a three block long, Main Street Commercial Historic District, distinctive in its scale and decorative brick work. The district includes three museums, including Watson's Grocery Store, Sheppler Barbershop, and Washington Township #6 Center School. Open by appointment.
Taylor #4 Country School
60 North 2nd Avenue, 641-752-6664
Open by appointment
(Historical Society of Marshall County)
www.marshallhistory.org
This turn-of-the-century, one-room schoolhouse is furnished with equipment and fixtures from a number of Marshall County country schools to depict a typical Central Iowa educational experience of the time period.
Tubers Edge
North side of Iowa River on Hwy 14
www.tubersedge.com
Enjoy some RNR on the river with family or friends and don’t worry about a thing! We’ll take care of you with professional courtesy, quality and comfortable tubes, and shuttle services. Enjoy sand volleyball, bags and relaxing good times. Plan your company outings, birthday parties or family today.
Veteran's Memorial Coliseum
20 West State Street, 641-754-5715
www.ci.marshalltown.ia.us
This memorial was constructed in 1929 in dedication to those who served in all wars. It showcases a mural, created in 1958, depicting 100 years of Marshalltown history. Tour by appointment.
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