Spring in Iowa's heartland

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There are different historic sites that can be seen along a route from Davenport to Winterset in Iowa. These include unique communities, such as the Amish and Mennonite settlements in Kalona and the communal villages in Amana. There are also restored historic buildings and museums.

Author: Rohrs, Kirsten
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1998
Description and travel, Iowa, Historic buildings, Historic sites

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Old Stone Fort Museum

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The museum was originally a church which was turned into one of three forts in the region during the Revolutionary War. It became the Lower Fort and served as the last stronghold of defense against the British and their sympathizers. It has been operated as a museum since 1889.

Author: Rohrs, Kirsten
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1998
Museums, Art museums, Military museums, Schoharie County, New York

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