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An old state mental asylum constructed in 1873, built under the Kirkbride Plan. The hospital is still in operation. The "Days of Yore" museum is open to the public.
It was built as a flour mill in 1875, and later used to produce stock feed for farm animals. It is operated as a historic museum today by the Buchanan County Historical Society. Restrooms. Wheelchair ramp to the first floor. Fee for groups.
Sports bar with pool table and video slots.
An inviting lounge where they really play up the mental hospital theme.
Fitness room, indoor heated pool, free wireless internet, free breakfast. No pets.
Low-cost hotel chain. Free wireless internet, pets allowed.
US Highway 20 runs along the south side of town, linking Independence with Dubuque to the east and Waterloo-Cedar Falls to the west.
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