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Museums & History

Discover the stories, people, and places that have shaped Clayton County. From local history museums and preserved historic sites to unique collections and cultural landmarks, each destination offers a glimpse into the area’s rich heritage and enduring traditions.

Planning a visit in June? Be sure to check out the annual Clayton County Museum Crawl, a fun way to explore multiple museums and historic sites while collecting passport stamps for a chance to win prizes. Please note that not every museum listed below participates in the Museum Crawl each year. Visit the current Museum Crawl event for this year’s participating locations and event details.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious to learn more about Northeast Iowa, you’ll find plenty of fascinating places to explore throughout Clayton County.

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Carter House Museum
  • 101 High St. SE Elkader, IA
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Clayton County History & Genealogy Center
  • 119 N Main St Elkader, IA
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Earthmoving Legacy Center
  • 24412 North Highway 13 Elkader, IA
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Edgewood Museum
  • 109 W Union St Edgewood, IA
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Effigy Mounds National Monument
  • 151, IA-76 Harpers Ferry, IA
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Elkader Depot
  • 900 Mascara Rd SE Elkader, IA
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Elkader Opera House
  • 207 North Main, Elkader IA
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Froelich Tractor and Village Museum
  • 24397 Froelich Rd McGregor, IA
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Garnavillo Historical Complex
  • 203 North Washington Street Garnavillo, IA
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George Maier Rural Heritage Center of Clayton County
  • 1000 Mascara Rd Elkader, IA
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Heritage Museum of the Knights
  • 38013 Dogwood Ave Strawberry Point, IA
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Iowa Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Museum
  • Dundee, IA
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Kendrick Sawmill Wood Tour
  • 601 S. Washington St. Edgewood, IA
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Lockmaster House Heritage Museum
  • 12 Lock & Dam Lane Guttenberg, IA
Small museum and visitor center with a red caboose displayed outside.
Marquette Depot Museum & Information Center
  • 216 Edgar Street Marquette, IA
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McGregor Historical Museum
  • 256 Main Street McGregor, IA
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Monona Historical Museum & Willa Helwig History Center
  • 302-304 S. Egbert St. Monona, IA
Two people canoe on a calm river near a large stone building surrounded by trees.
Motor Mill Historic Site
  • 28518 Galaxy Rd, Elkader, IA 52043
White barn with a metal roof, ramp, and people gathered under a shaded porch area.
Plagman’s Barn
  • 28384 Garber Rd Garber, IA
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Volga City Public Library
  • 505 Washington St Volga City, IA
Wilder Memorial Museum building with a sign and flag, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Wilder Memorial Museum
  • 123 W Mission St Strawberry Point, IA
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