Learn
Kick off your tour of Dubuque County by diving into history at one of several historic homes. Once the home of a 19th-century entrepreneur, the Mathias Ham House is a great place to admire architecture while learning about the area’s history. Enjoy a Historic Progressive Dinner, where tourgoers dine and explore three unique properties, including the Fannie Stout House, built in 1893 by Henry Stout and gifted to his daughter as a wedding present. The Dyer-Botsford Historical House and Doll Museum in Dyersville is a Victorian mansion that was the first frame house in the town. Today, the property houses several interesting displays and about 2,000 dolls. End your exploration of these historic sites with a visit to the “Field of Dreams” Movie Site, where guests can re-create their favorite scenes from the classic film, run the bases, and enjoy a catered meal in the barn on-site.
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Explore
Get your group outside and experience the natural wonder of these agricultural attractions. Tour the Irish Meadows Alpaca Farm, where guests will learn about show alpacas and the property’s history. Or, head to Breitbach’s Country Dining for a homemade buffet. For charming scenery and engaging activities, Berning Acres is a lovely destination for exploring the dairy farming industry. Enjoy farm-to-table dining with a focus on locally sourced ingredients at Convivium Urban Farmstead.
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Smell the Flowers
The outdoor adventure continues at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Depending on the season, your tourgoers will be immersed in a world of tulips, daffodils, lilacs, peonies, roses, chrysanthemums, evergreen trees, and so much more. Coming soon to the area is Wanderwood Gardens, a winding forest of make-believe and discovery that will take adventurers on an enchanting journey through nature. For views of the Mississippi River, Eagle Point Park offers a beautifully landscaped destination to explore.
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“Field of Dreams” Movie Site
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