Iowa - The American Heartland

State Capital: Des Moines
Admission to the union:
December 28th, 1846 as 29th state

The charming Midwestern state of Iowa is sandwiched between the mighty Mississippi River on the east and Missouri River on the west. The agricultural rich economy shapes the character of the people and their way of life. The plains stretch peacefully to the horizon, the crops ripening in the summer sun. The 3 million people of Iowa enjoy a mild climate most of the year with snow in winter. The eyes of the world turn on Iowa every four years when this state is the first to hold its Caucus which begins the long race to the White House. The state is a good place to bring your campervan and escape the bustle of everyday life. Boston lawyers would regard Iowa as a Fly Over State

Things to do in Iowa:

Gardeners with green fingers can’t go past the Iowa Arboretum a repository of thousands of species of plant life.

Every August the state buzzes with the Iowa State Fair, a celebration of all things Iowa; from music to its prize hogs! Fun for all the family.

The Effigy Mounts Monument is a sacred site north of McGregor where Native Americans created earthen mounts in the shape of animals a millennium ago.

Carolville’s Antique Car Museum of Iowa claims an amazing collection of perfectly restored vehicles from yesteryear.

Train enthusiasts are in for a real treat at the Union Pacific Railroad Museum at Council Bluffs.