It’s one thing to visit haunted house attractions during the Halloween season, but it’s another to investigate the paranormal year-round. Thankfully, paranormal experts and enthusiasts have done the heavy lifting, so the rest of us can enjoy the fruits of their labor. Though, I’m not sure walking around an alleged haunted location hoping for an…
Grant Wood painted “American Gothic” nearly 100 years ago, but the iconic home in the painting still stands in Eldon, Iowa. You can visit the American Gothic House (and even pose for your own version of “American Gothic”) the next time you’re in southeastern Iowa. Thousands do it every year, and after reading this post,…
From Decorah to Glenwood, communities large and small in Iowa are home to breweries. With beer styles such as ale, stout, pilsner, and wheat, each brewer strives to add their own touch, creating unique flavors. Since 1985 — beginning with Millstream Brewery in the Amana Colonies — microbreweries have grown yearly, with about 115 located…
As the weather cools off and the leaves start to change, some may say that the travel season is winding down. But fall is the perfect time to hit the road and explore the great state of Iowa. From picturesque autumn destinations to seasonal attractions of all sorts, autumn is an amazing time to plan…
Missouri is a state I feel like I’ve only just started to explore – though I’ve spent a great deal of time in Kansas City and St. Louis. I’ve started thinking about a road trip through the state – where I’d stop if I had no time limit, no money limit, and let’s be real,…
The city of Council Bluffs has several historical attractions connected to the region’s railroad past, but none explore the industry quite like the Union Pacific Railroad Museum. With access to an unprecedented amount of artifacts and insider knowledge, the curators of the museum have been able to tell the story of Union Pacific like no…
