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City in Iowa, US
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Built in 1921, this unique round structure was built for the flourishing Cedar Falls Ice and Fuel Company. It stored six to eight thousand tons of ice each year cut right from the frozen Cedar River.
Gallagher-Bluedorn hosts over 150 performances each year from major stars like Bill Cosby and Kathy Mattea to hit Broadway shows like "Cats" and "Mamma Mia".
The center's permanent collection was started by farmer poest James Hearst and has a variety of regional, national, and international exhibitions.
Built in 1910 and restored in 1994, this 500 seat theatre is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. It houses a resident theatre company producing five plays and hosting several other presentations and events each year.
Over 106 miles of hard-surfaced trails configured in a series of loops offers users a variety of experiences through wooded areas and along our lakes and streams.
This festival showcases 75 Midwest artists, presenting original works and offering demonstrations in various media.
The original name for the city was Sturgis Falls, and for over 35 years, locals have been celebrating the city with a parade, carnival, talent shows and food.
This 16,400-seat multi-purpose venue hosts an estimated 125 events each year including UNI Panther Football, indoor track and field meets, Iowa High School Football Playoffs, and other trade shows and concerts.
A long-time favorite serving Italian fare. After a meal you can stroll alongside the river just across the street. Gluten-free menu available.
2 floors with more than 40 TVs to watch your favorite game. Wings, sandwiches and a wide range of alcoholic drinks.
Another popular place to both eat and watch sporting events. Mulligan's Brick Oven combines old world hearth baking techniques with some of the perks of modern pizza ovens.
Sit and relax with a patio out back and jukebox available for tunes.
Small bar with a great beer selection that features vinyl records.
Small bar with adjoining outside beer garden. Jukebox and pool tables.
Award-winning wine cellar with 1,000 plus bottles.
Over 100 martini choices.
Locally owned boutique hotel listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 30 rooms and suites, including a two-bedroom suite. Three suites have full kitchens ($250+). Includes pastries, coffee, and tea for breakfast. Pet fee is $50 (dogs and cats). Onsite bar is open every evening. If you need to get some work done, they sell day passes to the River Place Cowork space.
Oversized, all suite rooms, a family friendly zero-depth entry pool, and a free hot breakfast.
Opened in 2012 with meeting space, restaurant, bar, pool, and spa.
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Traveling east/west on U.S. Highway 20 or north/south on U.S. 218 are the most common routes. Iowa Highways 57 and 58 also provide access.
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