Clark Tower in Winterset City Park deserves its own post! This amazing three level, 25 ft high monument sits towering on a hill[…]
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Winterset City Park – Madison County
Place/Event: Winterset City Park Location: Enter from S. 9th Street on SE corner of town. Cost: Free Grade/age range: K-12 Group size: Large or[…]
Read moreOmaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium – Nebraska
the Visit Neighboring States Series My favorite thing about this zoo and aquarium is that it doesn’t feel large at 130 acres. Omaha’s Henry[…]
Read moreThe City Museum in Saint Louis
the Visit Neighboring States Series The HIGHLIGHT of our trip to St. Louis was this hidden gem! The City Museum[…]
Read moreJefferson National Expansion Memorial – the Gateway Arch in Saint Louis
the Visit Neighboring States Series The Gateway Arch was a must stop for us when we visited Saint Louis. We[…]
Read moreSaint Louis Zoo and Science Center in Forest Park
the Visit Neighboring States Series The Saint Louis Zoo is one of several FREE attractions in Forest Park. Others[…]
Read moreHow to overcome the 2 worst things about visiting Chicago
the Visit Neighboring States Series Our family took a winter trip to Chicago in late February. Chicago is full of[…]
Read moreApostle Islands National Lakeshore Wisconsin
the Visit Neighboring States Series Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is an incredible national treasure! We visited the islands as part[…]
Read moreThe BEST Frog Pond in Central Iowa – Ankeny
Place/Event: Cottonwood Recreation Area Location: 7400 NW 37th St, Ankeny, IA 50023 Cost: Free Grade/age range: K-12 Group size: large or small[…]
Read moreEnabling Garden and Village Park – Altoona
Today I was driving through Altoona and saw this surprise garden! How have I lived in the metro area for[…]
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