Dubuque, the first city of Iowa, is one of the best places to visit in the Midwest. It’s a relatively small town with lots to…
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Exploring and Learning About Convivium Urban Farmstead in Dubuque, Iowa
While I was in Dubuque, Iowa, I was treated to the inside track on an amazing place: Convivium Urban Farmstead. While it is a community-focused…
National Farm Toy Museum: Toys Representing History and Tradition
Where else than in the heart of the Midwest should you expect to find the mecca of the best farm toys? The National Farm Toy…
My Fascination With the Dubuque Shot Tower
The Dubuque Shot Tower is a staple of the Dubuque skyline. It’s been standing for over 100 years and has seen plenty of changes in…
Get Your Copy of Midwest Road Trip Adventures Now!
A new travel anthology titled “Midwest Road Trip Adventures” is available for pre-order until October 26. The volume retails for $19.95 and will be available…
All About Iowa’s Freedom Rocks
Many people know the Freedom Rocks as the Patriotic Rocks, and one can be found in each of the counties of Iowa. A Freedom Rock…
Jaarsma Bakery of Pella, Iowa is Worth the Detour
I found myself traveling from Ottumwa, Iowa, to Omaha, Nebraska, while zipping from one travel assignment to another. My friend Sara bragged about the quaint…
Top 10 Places to Eat in Ottumwa Iowa
Eating out is a thing for most people these days, not because they are too lazy to cook, but because they have an urge to…