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Allamakee County EDA & Tourism

Business
Allamakee County EDA & Tourism
City
Waukon
State
IA
Phone
563-568-2624
Website
www.allamakeecounty.com
Category
Attractions, Iowa, Recreational, Waukon
Description

There is a place where the wild woods grow, the rivers wander, grasslands meet bluffs and rolling hills turn amber in fall. It is a place to live, work and raise a family...where people privately vacation outside their own back doors. This is not an imagined place, it is Allamakee County. Tucked away in the heart of America in Northeast Iowa, it is a safe and serene place. The meandering trout streams, rugged sandstone bluffs, and springs appeal to the nature lover in all of us. This is a place to enjoy plentiful wildlife and scenic rivers with sandy islands, panoramic valleys, historic towns and timbered hills. Allamakee County also has many privately owned attractions and recreational opportunities.

Amish Tours of Harmony

Business
Amish Tours of Harmony
Street
94 2nd St. NW
City
Harmony
State
MN
Phone
507-886-2303
Website
amish-tours.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Harmony, Minnesota
Tags
Amish, Tours
Description

Experience a lifestyle where the horse and buggy still provide transportation, the home is lighted with kerosene lamps and water is heated on a woodburning stove. Van tours, car tours, group bus tour. Spring through fall. Winter tours by appointment. No Sunday tours. Enjoy an exciting tour with one of our knowledgeable guides. Located in BReaKeRs at the Village Green.

Apollo Music Festival

Business
Apollo Music Festival
City
Houston
State
MN
Website
apollomusicfestival.org
Category
Attractions, Houston, Minnesota
Tags
Arts
Description

Based in Houston, Minnesota, The Apollo Music Festival (AMF) is a classical music festival focusing mostly on chamber music. It was founded in 2013 by pianist Garret Ross, a native of Houston.The Apollo Music Festival offers all of its concert and educational programming free to the community. As such, it is mightily supported by the Southeastern Minnesota community. Each year, individual donors give generously to AMF to help off-set the significant costs of producing concerts of such high caliber.

Bluff Country Studio Art Tour

Business
Bluff Country Studio Art Tour
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Website
bluffcountrystudioarttour.org
Category
Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Arts
Description

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.Check our websites four tour dates and times.

Bluffscape Amish Tours, LLC

Business
Bluffscape Amish Tours, LLC
Street
102 E. Beacon Street
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Phone
507-467-3070
Website
www.bluffscape.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota
Tags
Amish, Tours
Description

Bluffscape Amish Tours of Lanesboro will take you on a fun, educational experience through the Amish countryside of southeastern Minnesota.

Caledonia Hot Air Balloon Rally

Business
Caledonia Hot Air Balloon Rally
City
Caledonia
State
MN
Phone
507-725-5269
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Caledonia, Minnesota
Description

Two weekends!!!!

Launching at Caledonia High School

Casino Queen

Business
Casino Queen
Street
100 Anti Monopoly
City
Marquette
State
IA
Phone
563-573-3531
Website
casinoqueenmarquette.com
Category
Attractions, Eating & Drinking, Iowa, Marquette-McGregor
Description

Play. Dine. Win. Repeat.
Find your favorite slots with over 400 machines plus all you can eat at Market Street Buffet!

Castlerock Museum

Business
Castlerock Museum
Street
402 South 2nd Street
City
Alma
State
WI
Website
www.castlerockmuseum.com
Category
2021-2022, Alma, Attractions, Wisconsin
Tags
Museum
Description

Arms, Armor and Art. Come and see a world class museum on the Great River Road. Authentic arms and armor used by Grecians, Romans, Dark Age Warriors, Vikings, Crusaders, and Renaissance "Knights in Shining Armor." Open 1-4 Fridays and Saturdays year round. Sundays Memorial Day to Labor Day. Group days by appointment.

Chatfield Center for the Arts

Business
Chatfield Center for the Arts
Street
405 Main Street S
City
Chatfield
State
MN
Phone
507-884-7676
Website
chatfieldarts.org
Category
Attractions, Chatfield, Minnesota
Tags
Arts, Entertainment, Theater
Description

In the historic Potter Auditorium. Where all ages sing and play. Where Theatre comes to life. Where the music is intimate.

Chickasaw County Community Events

Business
Chickasaw County Community Events
City
New Hampton
State
IA
Website
chickasawtourism.com
Category
Attractions, Eating & Drinking, Iowa, Lodging, New Hampton, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Description

Enjoy a visit to Chickasaw County, located in northeast Iowa, where the prairies transition to the rolling hills. Towns include Alta Vista, Fredericksburg, Ionia, Lawler, Nashua and New Hampton, the county seat. Conveniently located between Rochester, Minnesota and Waterloo, Iowa and not far from the mighty Mississippi River. We're accessible by US highway 63 and the Avenue of the Saints, and Iowa highways 18 and 24.

Choose Chatfield

Business
Choose Chatfield
City
Chatfield
State
MN
Website
chatfieldmn.org
Category
Attractions, Chatfield, Minnesota, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Tags
Hiking
Description

Nestled along the Root River on US Highway 52, Chatfield is home to outdoor escapes and the only traffic light for 100 miles. Although we're sure you'll find plenty of other reasons to stop...whether for a day, a weekend or a lifetime.

Chosen Valley Golf Club

Business
Chosen Valley Golf Club
Street
1801 Main St S
City
Chatfield
State
MN
Website
chosenvalleygolfclub.com
Category
Attractions, Chatfield, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Golf
Description

Our 9-hole course is nestled in the Chosen Valley of Southeast Minnesota. Open to the public and conveniently located approximately 25 miles south of Rochester along US Highway 52, the CVGC offers scenic views and rolling terrain making for challenging play at a reasonable prices for golfers at every skill level. The course plays 2,933 yards from the deepest tees for a par of 35.

City of La Crescent

Business
City of La Crescent
Street
111 South Walnut St
City
La Crescent
State
MN
Phone
800-926-9480
Website
lacrescentmn.com
Category
Attractions, La Crescent, Minnesota, Recreational
Description

An abundance of trails and waterways to explore throughout the driftless region. Hike, bike, kayak, fish, boat, snowshoe, and more! Shop, eat, and sleep as well. Enjoy the drive. Stay for the fun!

City of Peterson

Business
City of Peterson
City
Peterson
State
MN
Phone
507-875-2222
Website
petersonmn.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Minnesota, Peterson
Description

Experience Root River Bluff Country by trail or by water.

City of Preston

Business
City of Preston
City
Preston
State
MN
Phone
507-765-2100
Website
prestonmnchamber.com
Category
Attractions, Minnesota, Preston, Recreational
Description

Preston Minnesota is located along the Root River in scenic Historic Bluff Country! Also known as "Minnesota's Trout Capital", Preston is a family-fun destination offering visitors a variety of entertaining, educational, and recreational activities to choose from. We are home to the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery and we are the future home of a Minnesota State Veterans Home. We pride ourselves in being a Veteran Friendly Community. Visit us for a day, weekend or better yet, make Preston your home!

Commonweal Theatre Company

Business
Commonweal Theatre Company
Street
208 Parkway Ave. N
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Phone
800-657-7025
Website
www.commonwealtheatre.org
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Entertainment, Theater
Description

Professional live theatre in historic Lanesboro.

Decorah Drift Less – Visit Decorah

Business
Decorah Drift Less – Visit Decorah
Street
507 W Water St
City
Decorah
State
IA
Phone
563-382-3990
Website
visitdecorah.com
Category
Attractions, Decorah, Eating & Drinking, Iowa, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Description

We’re in the Driftless, a part of the country the glaciers missed, leaving hills, rivers and limestone bluffs that draw outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. When you visit, be sure to bring your bike, your binoculars, a kayak or two, and an interest in all things Norwegian. And don’t forget to pack your fly fishing gear, along with your love of craft beer, bald eagles, charming downtowns, and your passion for Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Dream Acres

Business
Dream Acres
Street
Co Hwy 8
City
Wykoff
State
MN
Phone
507-352-4255
Website
dreamacresfarm.org
Category
Attractions, Cabins, Camping, Minnesota, Resort, Vacation Rental, Wykoff
Description

DreamAcres is an off-the-grid, organic farmstead that offers educational and cultural programs, and grows and produces darn good food. The farm hosts school and family retreats, and facilitates custom-planned workshops in appropriate and alternative technologies. In addition, the farm is home of the Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative which puts on Flourish Summer Camp, True Leaf and Thunderground Retreats along with many other events and performances, and plays throughout the summer months.

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

Business
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
Street
28097 Goodview Drive
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Phone
507-467-2437
Website
www.eagle-bluff.org
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Hotels & Inns, Lanesboro, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Hiking
Description

Let our professional guides help you reach new heights! Take the challenge. Explore our high ropes. Savor the view. Zip back and forth. For individuals, families and groups.

Field of Dreams Movie Site

Business
Field of Dreams Movie Site
Street
28995 Lansing Road
City
Dyersville
State
IA
Phone
1-888-875-8404
Website
fodmoviesite.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Dyersville, Iowa
Description

Open daily April 1 to October 31. Weekends only in November. Home tours 359 days a year. Ghost Sundays in July and August. Team of Dreams event in September. Check our website for all event details.

First Presbyterian Church

Business
First Presbyterian Church
Street
110 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
Phone
507-864-2854
Website
trinityandfirst.org
Category
Attractions, Minnesota, Rushford
Description

Come as you are. Join us for fellowship and coffee after service.

Fort Atkinson Rendezvous

Business
Fort Atkinson Rendezvous
City
Fort Atkinson
State
IA
Website
Facebook Page
Category
Attractions, Fort Atkinson, Iowa, Recreational
Description

1840s military camp, cannon drills, 5k walk/run on Saturday, conestoga wagon, tepees & lodges, hunter, trappers, blacksmith, trade blankets, potter, scrimshaw artist, rope maker, basketmaking, spinning, period instruments & music, 1840s kids games, skillet throw, flint & steel contest, and so much more!

Historic Forestville

Business
Historic Forestville
City
Forestville
State
MN
Website
www.mnhs.org/forestville
Category
Attractions, Historical Society and Genealogy, Minnesota, Preston, Recreational
Tags
History
Description

Tour this historic town as you explore the choices and changes that faced area inhabitants.

Houston County Historical Society

Business
Houston County Historical Society
Street
104 History Lane
City
Caledonia
State
MN
Phone
507-725-3884
Website
www.houstoncountyhistoricalsociety.org
Category
Attractions, Caledonia, Historical Society and Genealogy, Minnesota
Tags
History, Museum
Description

Located by Houston County Fairgrounds - Open year-round! Flatten-Swenson log home, Sheldon Presbyterian Church, Daley School, Agriculture Building, Mayville Town Hall. Other displays of Houston County in the new museum.

Howard County Tourism

Business
Howard County Tourism
Street
101 2nd Street SW
52136
City
Cresco
State
IA
Phone
563-547-3434
Website
www.howard-county.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Cresco, Iowa
Tags
History
Description

Norman Borlaug Boyhood Home. Iowa Wresling Hall of Fame. Over 35 Unique Bronze Statues. Multiple Full-Serive Campgrounds. Three Scenic and Challenging Golf Courses. Visit www.crescochamber.com too

International Owl Center

Business
International Owl Center
Street
126 E Cedar St
City
Houston
State
MN
Phone
507-896-6957
Website
InternationalOwlCenter.org
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Houston, Minnesota
Description

Experience Owls UP CLOSE and Personal

Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday - 10am-4pm

Call or check our website for extended summer hours and live owl programs

La Crosse Queen

Business
La Crosse Queen
Street
405 Veterans Memorial Dr.
City
La Crosse
State
WI
Phone
608-784-8523
Website
www.lacrossequeen.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Eating & Drinking, La Crosse, Recreational, Wisconsin
Tags
Event Center, Tours
Description

Cruise the Mississippi. Daily sightseeing cruises. 3-hour cruises. Pizza cruises. Lunch cruises. Sunday brunch cruises, Weekend dinner cruises with entertainment, Charters and Group Tours from April to October for conventions, receptions, reunions and groups.

Lanesboro Arts

Business
Lanesboro Arts
Street
103 Parkway Ave N
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Phone
507 467 2446
Website
lanesboroarts.org
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota
Tags
Arts, Theater
Description

Exhibition & juried sales galleries
St. Mane Theatre - Music, drama, film, variety show
Arts campus & community engagement

Lanesboro Clockworks

Business
Lanesboro Clockworks
Street
100 Coffee Street W
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
Phone
763-567-3440
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota, Services, Shopping
Tags
Specialty Services
Description

Antique watches and clocks carefully repaired. Large collection on display. Sales and service. Please text.

Lark Toys

Business
Lark Toys
City
Kellogg
State
MN
Phone
507-767-3387
Website
larktoys.com
Category
2021-2022, Attractions, Eating & Drinking, Kellogg, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags
Entertainment, Gifts, Golf, Museum
Description

Hand-carved carousel. Toy Workshop. LARK-made toys, outdoor mini-golf. Gifts, toys galore, bookstore, games, puzzles. Antique toy museum. Llamas. Fudge & candy, food & ice cream.

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