| Annett Nature Center:
Located
near
Lake Ahquabi State Park, it
is home to the Warren County
Conservation Board and features a beautiful facility which
offers an educational look at Warren County’s natural resources.
There are educational resources, trails, and many opportunities
to explore the outdoors. Visit their website at:
www.warrenccb.org
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Indianola Town Square:
Your
visit to this classic block in Indianola provides an eclectic
array of shops, restaurants and services. Visit the many unique
shops, dine inside, or on the patio, and enjoy the ambiance of
both the present day and a not so distance past. The square
features a tea room, a Victorian gift shop, health foods, an old
fashioned soda fountain, an antique store and many other shops
you will want to explore.
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| Des Moines Metro Opera:
The Des
Moines Metro Opera is one of the largest regional opera
companies in the country. Each year three world class operas are
presented in repertory during June and July. For more
information contact (515) 961-6221 or visit their website at
www.dmmo.org
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Lake Ahquabi State Park:
Five
miles South of Indianola on Hwy 65/69 (one mile west on Hwy 349)
this 770 acre park offers picnicking, swimming, canoeing and
kayaking, camping, fishing and more. Visit their Web site at:
http://www.state.ia.us/parks/ahquabi.htm
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| Farnham Gallery
is located on campus at Simpson College:
This gallery features the artworks of both current and former
Simpson students and faculty. Traveling displays are featured as
well. Call Simpson College (515) 961-6251. |
National Balloon Museum: Learn
about the history of ballooning at this museum. See actual
balloons, photographs, trophies memorabilia and other fine
collectibles representative of this unique American sport. Located on Hwy. 65/69 North.
Call (515) 961-3714. Visit them online at:
http://www.nationalballoonmuseum.com |
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Wesley Woods Camp
& Retreat Center:
Wesley Woods is a 344 acre year round Christian facility with
modern lodges, meeting rooms, and great food in a beautiful
natural setting next to Lake Ahquabi. Canoeing, Sailing,
Horseback Riding, and Fishing are just some of the various
activities offered by the trained staff.
www.iaumc.org/wesleywoods |
Simpson College:
This four-year
liberal arts college offers more than academic excellence. Come
walk this 61 acre campus and enjoy the serene surroundings and
the outstanding college architecture. For more information call
(515) 961-6251 or visit the Simpson College website at
www.simpson.edu
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