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Helping a Growing World Do More From humble beginnings in 1927, KENT Corporation’s footprint has grown from one small animal feed dealership years ago, into a multinational manufacturer and supplier of today with 40 locations across seven countries and sales worldwide.

Recently named a US Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, KENT takes pride in its role in the American supply chain and its deep roots in Muscatine, Iowa. As one of the largest employers in Muscatine, KENT cares about the community, and has generously given back to the city it has called home for generations.

Deep Roots

Kent Corporation is a diversified, family business with operating subsidiaries involved in corn wet milling, the production of animal nutrition and the manufacture of high- quality food, beverage, personal care and pet products. Kent is led by third generation family member, Gage A. Kent. COVID-19

We strongly encourage visitors and the residents to rely on expertise and guidance from the public health Inside Guide officials regarding COVID-19. There will be 2 Welcome 12 Attractions events in the Muscatine 4 Transportation 18 Trail System Map area that will either be postponed or cancelled. Many 5 History 22 Annual Events attractions have also changed their hours or have temporarily 6 Make it Muscatine 28 Dining closed. We encourage you to check visitmuscatine.com and other 7 Bingo 32 Lodging websites, before you consider attending or visiting. 8 Sports & Recreation

ON THE COVER Mississippi Harvest: a testament to heritage Mississippi Harvest, the 28-foot, 9,000 wealth and prosperity. The ‘pearl rush’ truly stands as a testament to the spirit lb. bronze statue commissioned by the of Muscatine – a national treasure story of innovation and grit that gave rise to City of Muscatine, stands vigilant over akin to the Gold Rush in the West – was other great manufacturing companies this historic river town nestled on the born. Clammers, pearlers, cutters and and industries founded by Muscatine banks of the Mighty Mississippi River. polishers by the thousands created an entrepreneurs. industry in Muscatine which stretched to This magnificent artwork, created by the Arkansas, Ohio and Tennessee Rivers See Mississippi Harvest up close and nationally-acclaimed sculptor Erik as well. By the turn of the 20th Century, personal right next to (sometimes in) Blome, was installed at Riverside Park in Muscatine produced 1.5 billion pearl the Mississippi River at Muscatine’s 2006. buttons a year. Riverside Park, 101 W Mississippi Dr. at the foot of Iowa Avenue. And for a great “In my business, you’re really sensitive Overharvesting the freshwater mussels historical adventure, visit The National to personality. It’s almost as much about and the invention of plastics used to Pearl Button Museum @ The History who they’re not honoring,” said sculptor manufacture buttons brought an end to and Industry Center at 117 W 2nd Street Erik Blome, in a Muscatine Journal Muscatine’s pearl button era. in Historic Downtown Muscatine. article. “In this case, it’s not really about honoring a famous person, it’s about the Mississippi Harvest continues to heritage of Muscatine.” stand sentinel over today’s Muscatine. Although most people call him a Mississippi Harvest was inspired by an ‘clammer’ or a ‘clam fisher’, more original photograph in the collection of accurately the rugged Muscatine man the Muscatine Art Center which depicts depicted in the statue is actually a a man harvesting mussels with a clam pearler. He would use the clam forks to rake. The sculpture is dedicated to those prospect for the biggest, oldest clams in who made Muscatine the “Pearl Button the river – those mussels hosting some of Capitol of the World.” the finest freshwater pearls to be found.

By 1898 the “Pearl City” turned out Created specifically to honor the Pearl over 138 million buttons. Freshwater Button Industry – the real ‘gold-rush mussels were plentiful and wearing pearl of the Midwest’, Mississippi Harvest buttons on your clothes was a sign of

1 to WelcomeLocated in East Central Iowa, and parks and recreational Muscatine Muscatine County borders facilities, you have plenty the Mighty Mississippi of options to choose. River. In fact, Muscatine is We’re easily accessible via nestled on the banks of the Interstate 80, US Highway 61 Mississippi along the only and State Routes 22, 38 and place where the north-south 92. There are also quite a few river runs east to west. county roads to ramble for exploring those out of the Muscatine is rich in way places. We’re happy to history, activities, have you visit us and invite amenities, innovation and you to experience our warm entrepreneurial spirit as Midwestern hospitality. well as natural beauty. From our perfect position on the Mississippi to our bluffs

42 to Welcome MuscatineWhether you’re visiting for beautiful parks, a winery, visitor or part of a family or business, family, sports, an expansive trail system, group. Groups of all sizes history, shopping or to enjoy shopping, museums, fishing enjoy Muscatine. our beautiful parks and river hot spots and much more We welcome bus trips and views, Muscatine is your for you discover! provide proven itineraries natural choice. Muscatine With a wide-array of that can be customized to has a microbrewery, a offerings, there’s something meet your interests. regional soccer complex, for every taste and budget, wonderful restaurants for whether you are a solo every taste, golf courses, an aquatic center,

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Muscatine Municipal Airport 5701 Hwy 61, Muscatine, IA 563-263-8672 www.muscatineiowa.gov

Quad City International Airport 2200 69th Ave., Moline, IL 309-764-9621 www.qcairport.com

Royal Taxi Cab Service 563-262-8294 nd Muscabus 2609 2 Avenue 563-263-8152 Non-Emergency Muscatine, Iowa Transport 563-299-3513 563.263.1122 www.commbk.net

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Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry 100 W. 2nd St. • Muscatine, Iowa 52761-4027 • 563-263-8895 Email: [email protected] Editor: Rebecca Paulsen, GMCCI • Design: Mike Shield, Shield Design Contributors: Andra Travis Photography, Paul Brooks, Jim Elias, Jodi Hansen, Greg Harper, Jill Holler, Rebecca Paulsen, Mike Shield, Timberdoodle Photography, Mark Washburn, Gary Weikert ©2021

The future of driving is electric and Muscatine is ready for EV owners today. Find convenient public charging stations on your EV app or see the list above. Leading with innovation, MPW is your source of economical and reliable power, water, Gigabit internet, TV and phone services. Enjoy Muscatine, where you can recharge more than just your car.

WE CONNECT PEOPLE mpw.org MPW EV CHARGING STATION to life 3205 CEDAR STREET 4 History Walk through the historic districtsts of West Hill and Downtown to see CIVIL WAR MONUMENTS the magnificent architectural styles of the numerous historic homes AND MARKERS

and buildings. Following is a list of buildings and structures listed At the beginning of the Civil War on the National Register of Historic Places. in 1861, Muscatine men hurried to enlist. Muscatine sent more men to war than any other county in Iowa. NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Later, in April of 1862, the casualty list from the Battle of City of Muscatine Muscatine County Shiloh in Tennessee touched every • Alexander Clark House, • Big Slough Creek Bridge, Nichols neighborhood in the city. For 50 203 W. Third St. • Bridge Near West Liberty, years, the city celebrated Shiloh Day. • Clark-Blackwell House, West Liberty Muscatine still remembers the Civil 206 Cherry St. War. Monuments and markers can • Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific be found in different parts of the • Downtown Commercial Historic Railroad-Wilton Depot, Wilton county: District, Second Street • Samuel Nicholas House, Nichols • First Presbyterian Church • Camp Strong Marker, Muscatine • George H. & Loretta Ward House, 401 Iowa Ave. West Liberty • Civil War Monument, Wilton • Greenwood Cemetery Chapel • West Liberty Commercial Historic • Marble Shaft in Cemetery, Wilton 1814 Lucas St. District, West Liberty • Muscatine County Courthouse, • J.C.B. Warde House • Wilton Candy Kitchen, Wilton Muscatine 205 Cherry St. • Soldier Monument, • Muscatine County Courthouse, West Liberty 401 E. Third St. Just outside of Muscatine • Lock and Dam No. 16 • Vandever Memorial • Muscatine County Historic Jail Bridge on GAR 411 E. Fourth St. Lock & Dam 16 is located across the Mississippi River from Muscatine at Highway, Southwest • Pliny and Adelia Fay House 33109 102 Ave. West, Illinois City, IL of Moscow 112 Locust St. • Pine Creek Grist Mill • S.M. McKibben House, Wildcat Den State Park 102 Walnut St. • Pine Mill Bridge • Sinnett Octagon House Wildcat Den State Park U.S. Highways 38 & 61 • Pine Mill German Methodist • Trinity Episcopal Church Episcopal Church 411 E. Second St. 180th Street and • W. Joseph Fuller House Verde Avenue 1001 Mulberry Ave. • Welch Apartments, 224 Iowa Ave. • West Hill District, W. Second Street

A Stroll Through Old Muscatine A walking tour book, “A Stroll Through Old Muscatine”, is available to help guide you on a mesmerizing tour of Muscatine’s finest architecture in the Historic West Hill District. Books available at the Chamber office at 100 W. 2nd St as well as several locations throughout Muscatine. For more information call 563-263-8895.

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6 Muscatine Bingo What will you discover as you explore Muscatine? Mark them off as you see them!

Aquatic Center Deer Clammer Pollinator Park Environmental Learning Center

Art Center Mississippi Mist Disc Golf Lady Liberty Arboretum Fountain Replica

Farmers Market Zoo Garden Deep Lakes Park Church

Downtown Shopping Public Art Weed Park Lagoon Button Museum Wild Cat Den

Mississippi River Historic Home Tour Giant Mark Twain Pine Creek Bald Eagle (Books available) Grist Mill

7 Sports & Recreation Muscatine is home to an abundance of recreational facilities that are perfect for individuals and families alike. From the riverfront bike and pedestrian path to wooded trails, Muscatine County has a variety of ways to enjoy recreation in the area.

Deep Lakes Park Fish, canoe, kayak, hike, explore and more at Deep Lakes Park. This 435-acre park, donated to Muscatine County by longtime sand and gravel business W.G. Block, is still referred to by locals as “the sand pits” and includes 130 acres of fishable water, and numerous small lakes and ponds, with the largest lake totaling 55 acres.

Amenities and facilities include parking lots, a swimming beach (open Memorial Day Weekend), restrooms, a boat ramp on Lake Chester and Lake Jewel as well as access for canoes, kayaks and small boats. Camping Cabins will be available in spring 2021. For cabin reservations or boat rentals call the Muscatine County Conservation Office.

Access from Pettibone Avenue, Stewart Road, 41st Street South or 57th Street South, Muscatine • 563-264-5922 muscatinecountyconservation.com

Fuller Park Disc Golf Course Looking for a fun, free activity? This 18- hole disc golf course is in Fuller Park and accommodates players of all skill levels, from first-time recreational players to experienced challenge-seekers.

You will find yourself going up and down hills and across bridges in this wooded course. Ample parking, a picnic shelter, a playground, restrooms, signage and benches are throughout the park. Cedar Street (across from Discovery Park, near Highway 61), Muscatine • 563-263-0241 muscatineiowa.gov

108 theardentadventurer Wild Cat Den State Park Kent-Stein Park Kent-Stein Park is a 66-acre home run & of a sports complex. The park has eight Sports Recreation lighted baseball diamonds (including historic Tom Bruner Field), nine lighted softball diamonds, night-lighted horseshoe courts, two concession stands, picnic areas, restroom facilities, walking/ biking trails and fishing in the adjoining Municipal Golf Course 11-acre slough.

The park hosts events sponsored by interactive play structure with kid slide locals, offers an 18-hole traditional golf national, state and local associations and spray features. course and a nine-hole foot golf course — involving participants of all ages. a combination of soccer and golf. Tournaments, camps, clinics, games and The center also has family restrooms, practices are welcome. self-service lockers, a multi-purpose room The course also has a complete pro shop, 1900-2099 Oneida Ave., Muscatine and full concessions. The facility is also concession area, cart rental and driving 563-263-0241 • muscatineiowa.gov available for rent for private events. range. Private and group golf lessons are Park Drive, Muscatine • 563-263-0241 available. In the winter, play a round on Muscatineiowa.gov the golf simulator and make sure your Muscatine Aquatic Center game is ready for summer. Soak up the sun at the Muscatine Aquatic Municipal Golf Course The course clubhouse is available for Center located inside picturesque Weed rent by the general public and can Park. Have some fun with five slides (two Hit your golf ball over the water on No. 13 accommodate 45 people. drop slides, one family slide and two long or test your leg strength on a par 5 on the 1820 IA-38, Muscatine • 563-263-4735 slides), a zero-depth entry area, and an Foot Golf course. The Muscatine Municipal muscatineiowa.gov Golf Course, referred to as “Muni” by the

Deep Lakes Park Aquatic Center

9 Sports & Recreation Muscatine Skate Park Whether you’re a skateboarder, rollerblader or BMX biker, the Muscatine Skate Park is yours for the shredding. This park is located within Musser Park and includes a flat track, a fenced area with a 100-by-100-foot stunt area and a 90-by- 50-foot in-line hockey rink. The obstacle/ stunt area has a concrete surface with a variety of steel ramps. Oregon Street (near Grandview Avenue), Muscatine • 563-263-0241 muscatineiowa.gov Every day on a “ bike is a good day. Muscatine Soccer Complex Bike and Pedestrian Trail Whether you are This complex is a 41-acre, $3.8 million a local or new to facility that has earned national concessions, media center, restrooms and Muscatine, the recognition, being named “Best Soccer a parking area. Facility” by the National Turf Grass 401 S. Houser St., Muscatine recreational trail Managers Association. With eight 563-263-0241 • www.muscatineiowa.gov system is something full-sized state-of-the-art premier soccer fields — and two of the eight everyone can internationally sized and lighted with Weed Park & Zoo Garden experience. amended soils — this facility welcomes You’ll find plenty of room to roam at about 100,000 visitors annually and hosts ” historic Weed Park, which covers 72 — Greg Harper, events sponsored by national, state and acres, including a 3-acre lagoon. Here, Harper’s Cycling owner local associations involving participants you’ll also find the Muscatine Aquatic of all ages. Camps, clinics, games and Center, a bandstand, concession stand, tournaments are welcome. fishing pond (for ages 14 and under), This network of approximately The complex is fully equipped, including picnic areas, seven shelters, playground 15 miles of paved trails connects many of Muscatine’s recreational amenities. Parks, restrooms, water fountains and bike repair stations are located at various points along the trail.

Visit muscatineiowa.gov for detailed information

BICYCLES • ACCESSORIES • SERVICE

1106 Grandview Ave . Muscatine 563.263.4043 www.harperscycling.com Soccer Complex

10 Proud to be involved in the Muscatine Community

Proud to be involved in the Muscatine Community

Monsanto Plant and Prairie One-acre Pollinator Garden — Sports & Recreation Open to the Public ProducingWildcat more, Den conserving State Park more, improvingWildcat lives. Den State Park is located about 10 miles northeast of the city of Muscatine. Monsanto Plant and Prairie That’s sustainableOne-acreThere’s Pollinator a lot Agriculture. to doGarden at the — park, so plan on Open to the Public spending significant time there. Producing more, conserving more,And that’s what Monsanto is all about. improving lives. Hiking trails help visitors enjoy the That’s sustainable Agriculture. beauty of nature at Wildcat Den. Trails And that’s what Monsanto is all about. wind through various terrain; you can find a trail perfect for hikers of any experience level.2500 They leadWiggens visitors past Road / Muscatine, Iowa 52761 / 563-263-0093 Steamboat Rock, Devil’s Punchbowl and 2500 Wiggens Road / Muscatine, IowaFat 52761 Man’s / Squeeze,563-263-0093 offering spectacular views along the way. While always stunning, the park is especially beautiful in the fall, when the leaves are turning. Muscatine AgricultureWeed ParkMuscatine Zoo Garden Learning Center Agriculture Learning Center While at Wildcat Den, take a moment equipment, restrooms, a rose garden, bring to life the spirit of the live-animal • Hands-on to step into student life in alivestock small frontier town 10 tennis courts (four lighted) and two zoo that was once located there. andby crop visiting teaching Melpine facility Schoolhouse and • Hands-on student livestock Pine Creek Grist Mill. Also, don’t forget lighted sand volleyball courts. Park Drive (near Colorado Street), • Vet Tech Program and crop teaching facility Muscatine • 563-263-0241 to check out the Old Stone Church, just Weed Park is also home to the Zoo muscatineiowa.gov Call outsidetoday to of bookthe park. your Wild competitions, Cat Den also has Garden — a garden that features animal shows,modern classes camping and sites activities. and picnic areas. • Vet Tech Program sculptures, gardens, kiosks and trails that 1884 Wildcat563-264-2645 Den Road, Muscatine 563-263-4337 • iowadnr.gov www.aglearningcenter.org Call today to book your competitions, shows, classes and activities. 563-264-2645 www.aglearningcenter.org

The public is invited to visit our Butterfly Garden 2500 Wiggens Road • Muscatine, Iowa 52761 • 563-263-0093

Muscatine Agriculture Learning Center • Hands-on student livestock and crop teaching facility • Vet Tech Program

Call today to book your competitions, shows, classes and activities.

563-264-2645 www.aglearningcenter.org

11 Attractions Located along the Mississippi River, Muscatine offers many interesting attractions. No matter if you are looking for a day trip or weekend getaway, there is something for everyone.

Bayer Butterfly Garden Open to the public, the Bayer Butterfly Garden attracts many pollinators with an array of brightly colored flowers and shrubs that bloom from early spring until fall. Plant employees planted 65 acres of native grasses and wildflowers with the assistance of the Muscatine County Conservation Board in 1993 and an additional 90 acres were added to the prairie in 1998, including a butterfly garden.

Enjoy a picnic at the tables or relax in the gazebo as a pond with dual waterfalls attracts birds and koi swim through the water lilies. Wiggins Road (near Ogilvie Avenue) Muscatine

Riverfront Park

1412 Labyrinth in Muscatine Environmental Learning Center Arboretum at Discovery Park

Discovery Park and Fairport Fish Hatchery through 10 states from Ontario to the Gulf of Mexico. Developed in 1938, the Environmental Learning Located 8 miles east of Muscatine on road is 2,340 miles designated with a Highway 22 and The Great River Road. Center green-and-white sign showing a river With 18 ponds, this facility hatches and Walk or bike the 2 miles of paved trails steamboat inside a pilot wheel with the grows largemouth bass, smallmouth or the 1.5 miles of mowed trails, fish from name of the state or province. Muscatine bass, Northern pike and bluegill to stock the stocked ponds, stop by the outdoor holds a special fondness for the Great in Iowa lakes. Walleye are raised for raptor enclosure or visit the Environmental River Road as one of our own, Charles stocking Iowa’s interior rivers. Learning Center all in the 100-acre natural H. Young, worked toward establishing park in an urban environment. The hatchery was established in 1908 the Great River Road and according to and started out as a freshwater mussel some, the idea for the green and white The Environmental Learning Center research and propagation station to pilot wheel marker distinguishing the offers numerous natural history exhibits, contribute to the local pearl button route is attributed to Young. two 1,200-gallon aquariums with native industry. It became a fish hatchery in fish, live reptiles and amphibians, 1929. Self-guided and educational tours Take a moment to enjoy the view at the more than 100 mounted animals and available. Mark Twain Overlook (100-198 Lombard is the home to the Muscatine County 3390 Hwy 22, Muscatine • 563-263-5062 St.) located by the entrance to the Conservation Board office. iowadnr.gov Norbert F. Beckey Bridge near downtown The classroom in the Environmental Muscatine. Here you can find signage Learning Center is available for rental dedicated to Charles H. Young’s work by organized groups or businesses for Great River Road toward establishing the Great River Road. workshops and meetings. iowagreatriverroad.com The Great River Road is a collection 3300 Cedar St., Muscatine of state and local roads that follow 563-264-5922 the course of the Mississippi River muscatinecountyconservation.com

Pine Creek Grist Mill

13 Attractions Walk-in visitors are welcome Tuesday through Sunday with admission by donation. Muscatine Art Center staff offers educational programs and group tours for children and adults. 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA 563-263-8282 • muscatineartcenter.org

National Pearl Button Museum @ The History and Industry Center Experience the Muscatine that was the “Pearl Button Capital of the World,” a story proudly being told as the “gold rush of the Midwest”, it wasn’t gold, it wasn’t silver, it was mother of pearl shells, taken from rivers of 19 states to make 1.5 billion pearl buttons annually, 1/3 of the world’s pearl buttons.. a story started in the 1890’s.

Learn about how Muscatine is still PHOTO BY PAUL BROOKS a thriving manufacturing center on the second level of the museum Norbert F. Beckey Bridge through displays on 1940s and 1950s After enjoying the beautiful river views in the daylight, be sure to take a look at the entrepreneurial giants who led to the manufacturing of products like office Norbert F. Beckey Bridge — the only bridge over the Mississippi River with LED lights. furniture, retread tires and corn product Completed in December 1972, it replaced the Muscatine High Bridge, which stood processing. Be sure to visit the gift shop from 1891-1973. A pillar from the old High Bridge still stands at Riverside Park in to find locally-made Muscatine and pearl Muscatine. The bridge, which stretches 1,500 feet from Iowa to Rock Island County, button memorabilia. Illinois, across the Mississippi River, is awash in a rainbow of colors and lights up 117 W. 2nd St., Muscatine the night. Mark Twain might have seen his most beautiful sunsets in Muscatine, but 563-263-1052 • muscatinehistory.org Old Barn modern residents and visitors to this historic river town now have their own light show to enjoy. Muscatine Municipal Boat Located on Iowa Highway 92 and Illinois Route 92 Harbor and Marina Ditch the traffic and dock your watercraft on the riverfront at the Muscatine Arboretum Muscatine Art Center Muscatine Municipal Boat Harbor and Take a walk with your four-legged friends Built in 1908, the Laura Musser Mansion, Marina located by Riverside Park on and look at more than 1,000 native and part of the Muscatine Art Center, the Mississippi River. The harbor has ornamental trees and shrubs that have provides an elegant setting for the 18 slips for houseboats and 64 slips been planted, mulched and labeled. display of fine and decorative arts. The dedicated for smaller, pleasure and Paved trails wind throughout these mansion’s hallways feature an impressive speed boats. 15-acres located adjacent to Discovery collection of works by artists such as There are slips available for rent for the Park. In addition to the beautiful trees Renoir, Degas, Chagall and Pissarro. current season. Transient slips are available. and plantings, you can also enjoy a Period rooms blend family furnishings Gas, diesel and pump-out service are also Veterans Memorial Area, a medieval with paintings that depict the Mississippi available. The gas dock is in operation style brick labyrinth, a gazebo (perfect River. Linked to the original mansion is from approximately May-October. for picnics) and many benches to sit and the Stanley Gallery which provides two 110 Harbor Drive, Muscatine, IA enjoy your surroundings! floors of space for changing exhibitions. 563-263-0241 • muscatineiowa.gov Access from Discovery Park Located on the grounds is a historic (3300 Cedar St.) or Harmony Lane, Japanese Garden installed in 1929. Muscatine • 563-260-5807

14 Old Barn Oscar Grossheim Photo Visit this county farm barn to experience Collection and learn our agricultural heritage and More than 55,000 glass plate history, located in Discovery Park on negatives of historical photos taken the west side of Muscatine. Available for by photographer Oscar Grossheim are private tours. included in this collection that spans The barn is located adjacent to Discovery the late 1890s to the early 1940s. Park on the west side of Muscatine. To Grossheim’s collection includes photos get to the barn turn west on Harmony of local scenes, landscapes and portraits Lane from Houser Street.facebook.com/ of residents from that time period. The FriendsoftheOldBarn. 563-264-5922 Musser Public Library has over 5,000 of the images digitally archived. As a service to the public, the reference staff provides access to high quality, photographic images in print for a reasonable fee. 408 E. 2nd St., Muscatine • 563-263-3065 musserpubliclibrary.org Mississippi Mist The Mississippi Mist is an interactive Pine Creek Grist Mill water feature located in Riverside Park One of the focal points of Wildcat Den on the Muscatine riverfront. Its center State Park is the Pine Creek Grist Mill, jet, themed like a steamboat smokestack, located in the eastern part of the park. shoots water up to 30 feet in the air. The mill is thought to be the oldest Water streams from four mist jets, and working mill on its original site between four outer water cannons shoot water the Mississippi River and the Rocky into the center at different intervals. It’s Mountains. It was built in 1848 by a good idea to wear or bring swimsuits Benjamin Nye in response to the growing because you’re sure to get soaked. That’s demand for pioneering families to have the idea. The Mississippi Mist operates their crops ground into usable products from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and is lit at night. like flour and meal. There is no lifeguard on duty and children 1884 Wildcat Den Road, Muscatine must be accompanied by an adult. 563-554-4228 • pinecreekgristmill.com

Old Barn

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15X Attractions Rose Bowl colorfully lighted Norbert F. Beckey Bridge. This bowling facility includes, nightlife area, banquet room and concessions. Pearl City Station and With 48 lanes, there’s plenty of space for Riverview Center are located bowlers of all skill levels and is a great here – both facilities available place to host a party or to meet some for rent. friends. Don’t miss the ever-popular Harbor Drive, Muscatine Glow-N-Bowl on Friday and Saturday 563-263-0241 muscatineiowa.gov nights, with large screens playing popular music videos, black lights and all-you-can bowl for an all-inclusive fee. Saulsbury Bridge Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area 1411 Grandview Ave., Muscatine • 563-263-0770 Recreation Area Experience the Cedar River and Chicken Creek at Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Sino-U.S. Friendship House Riverside Park Area, in the middle of Muscatine County. Visit the house where Chinese President, Cool off in the interactive Mississippi This 675-acre, multi-use recreation area Xi Jinping stayed when he first visited Mist Fountain splash pad, shoot some offers camping, fishing, hiking, horseback Muscatine in 1985. Xi Jinping visited hoops, launch your boat, access the riding, hunting, geocaching, boating and Muscatine when he was part of a Running River Bike & Pedestrian canoeing. You also find picnic shelters, delegation learning about modern Trail System and enjoy all the typical playgrounds, restrooms, a handicapped- agricultural techniques. See photos and amenities of a park at Riverside Park, accessible fishing dock, boat ramps and other memorabilia inside of the house located downtown along the Mississippi Saulsbury Lodge, which you can reserve commemorating the Muscatine-China River. There is plenty of room for parking for your picnics, family gatherings, relationship. vehicles with boat trailers and in the reception and more. 2911 Bonnie Dr, Muscatine, IA • 563-263-9131 evening it’s the best place to view the 2007 Saulsbury Rd, Muscatine • 563-264-5922 muscatinecountyconservation.com

16 The Muscatine Art Center presents approximately 25 changing exhibitions annually, and there is always something delightful to explore.

Upcoming Exhibits:

Alterations: Tailored Solutions to Climate Change by Recycle Runway artist Nancy Judd May 29 - October 31, 2021

Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Murray May 29 - August 22, 2021

Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made from LEGO® Bricks November 20, 2021 - February 20, 2022. Always Something New to Discover! Admission to the Muscatine Art Center is Free Admission free of charge. Donations are appreciated. Open: Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visit muscatineartcenter.org for details Thursday until 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

about these and other exhibitions. 1314 Mulberry Avenue Muscatine, Iowa 52761 563-263-8282 www.muscatineartcenter.org

17 Municipal Golf Course ISETT AVE. Saulsbury 38 Recreation Area Park Ave. 0 Soloman Ave. West. 5.3 Trailhead The Palms Sino-U.S. 61 Friendship 61 61 Movie Theater TIPTON RD. House RD. BIDWELL

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Art Center AVE. PARK State Park Old UNIVERSITY AVE. Barn 22 Discovery Disc Muscatine High School Parham Street Muscatine Golf Trailhead Community Park College 22 MULBERRY AVE. Pine Creek Grist Mill National Pearl Button Aquatic Center Museum FULLIAM AVE. CEDAR ST.

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DICK DRAKE WAY Soccer V 61 Mini Pitch Muscatine’s 15 mile paved trail system runs throughout the area and connects to many 92 I 3.8 Deep Lakes Park attractions and points of interest. The trail system will take you past the lagoon at Weed Park, 1.4 northwest end R past the Norbert F. Beckey bridge, along the historic lighted riverfront and all the way down to

Deep Lakes Park. The trail also connects to the Muscatine Arboretum, Discover Park, Dog Park, I Deep Lakes and the Kent Stein Ballpark and Soccer Complex. With a variety of recreational amenities, Municipal Beach P attractions, and points of interest, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Muscatine. Airport 41st Visit MuscatineIowa.gov for more detailed trail information. I P S I S WALKING / BIKING TRAIL 5.2 57th Street Miles from eastern 0 trailhead S S end of trail segment Deep Lakes I Miles from western end of trail segment Park M RESTROOMS BICYCLE PARKING DRINKING MILE REPAIR STATION FOUNTAIN MARKER 19

Bayer Butterﬂy Garden PETTIBONE AVE Attractions Surrounding Areas Lock and Dam No. 16 Nature Conservancy A great place to sit and enjoy the Preserves All Veterans Memorial Mississippi River, Lock and Dam No. The White Oak Swamp, the Red Cedar This memorial is dedicated to all 16 is located on the Illinois side of the Woodland, and Greiner Family Preserves veterans who have served our nation. The Mississippi. Watch the barges pass are three Muscatine County natural areas helicopter mounted at the site saw action through the channel and make sure to that are part of The Nature Conservancy, in the Vietnam War. stop during the winter. It’s the best place an international organization whose to see bald eagles as they come to fish in 500 West Jackson Street, Grandview, IA mission is “to conserve the lands and this area of the river as it rarely freezes waters on which all life depends.” due to the constant churning of the These preserves are a wonderland waters passing through the dam. During for naturalists. The 654-acre White Ardon Creek Vineyard the spring and fall seasons, you can also Oak Swamp Preserve is habitat for an and Winery find a significant number of pelicans estimated 500 plant species as well as Founded on a 160-year-old family frequenting this popular fishing hole some endangered animal species. The farm with a rich heritage, Ardon Creek while migrating through Iowa for the very unique 34-acre Red Cedar Woodland seasons. Watch from the observation deck Vineyard and Winery is a family-owned- Preserve is found on an island in the or grab a picnic table, which are open and-managed operation. The vineyard is Cedar River and can only be reached by year-round. Tours are provided free of 4.1 acres in size and includes five varieties boat or by wading through water. The charge every Sunday at 2 p.m. beginning of winter-hardy grape vines. Ardon 117-acre Greiner Family Nature Preserve Memorial Day weekend and ending Labor Creek’s wines are vinted and bottled at is a sand prairie and wetland area, hosting Day weekend. a unique combination of soil and water the winery. Ardon Creek hosts “Music in 33109 102 Ave. West, Illinois City, IL essential to nesting turtles also supporting the Vineyard” during the summer and fall 563-263-7913 • mvr.usace.army.mil an assemblage of rare plants and animals. months and is also available for meetings 319-726-3041 • nature.org and gatherings. 2391 Independence Ave., Letts, IA Muscatine County 563-506-8044 • ardoncreek.com Port Louisa National Freedom Rock Wildlife Refuge A unique Iowa tradition as each of 99 Sanctuary with floodplain & forests counties will be home to a single Freedom Chicago, Rock Island and boasting many birds, hiking trails & a Rock tribute painted in honor of our canoeing/kayaking route. Pacific Depot veterans and their service to our nation. 10728 County Rd X61 Wapello IA This renovated 1898 brick depot is open 210 West 4th Street Wilton, IA 319-523-6982 for you to visit Memorial Day through Labor Day and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It remains in its original location, adjacent to an active railroad line. Climb aboard the renovated caboose! 100 Railroad St., Wilton, IA

Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Organized to promote the art of puppetry, the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre produces and presents high-quality performances and workshops. The company is committed to educating the public about arts, serving as a center for the exchange of ideas and enhancing the quality of community life. 319 N. Calhoun St., West Liberty, IA 319-627-2287 • puppetspuppets.com

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Swinging Bridge This 262-foot swinging pedestrian foot bridge is a popular attraction in a beautiful setting. Stop by this historic Louisa County landmark just off Hwy. 92. 300 Elm St, Columbus Junction, IA MUSCO LIGHTING West Liberty Heritage Depot Museum IS PROUD TO BE A PART OF and Heritage Park THE MUSCATINE COMMUNITY Open April through October, this museum is inside a restored 1897 Rock Island Railroad Depot and contains Musco’s Total Light Control—TLC for LED® technology helps artifacts, exhibits, pictures and memorabilia pertaining to communities in Iowa and across the globe save money in energy and operating costs while minimally impacting the environment. transportation, business, education and agriculture. In addition to the depot, several other buildings now make up Heritage Park, To learn more visit: www.musco.com including Heritage Barn, Swamp School, a 1913 caboose and a 1930s tourist cabin. 405 N. Elm St., West Liberty, IA

Wilton Candy Kitchen The Candy Kitchen is listed in the National Register of Historic Kent Stein Park Norbert F. Beckey Bridge Muscatine High School Places and has been serving visitors ice cream and candy for over 158 years. Located in the heart of a small town and open seven days a week, the Wilton Candy Kitchen is a popular stop for locals and tourists alike. If driving across Iowa on Interstate 80, be sure to pull off exit 271, drive four miles south to Wilton, and stop by for an old-fashioned soda fountain drink or ice cream treat.

21 Annual Events Jackson Concert Series Throughout the year The Jackson Concert Series provides a variety of free musical entertainment to the community. The series is varied and has something for everyone — from the opera buff to the jazz aficionado to the child in all of us. Wesley United Methodist Church 400 Iowa Ave., Muscatine • 563-263-1596 wesleyonline.org

Girls Getaway Early Spring A fun event that includes a brunch & style show, seminars, shopping & in-store specials in historic Downtown Muscatine. Downtown Muscatine • 563-263-8895 downtownmuscatine.com/events

Muscatine Area Farmers Market May - October The Muscatine Area Farmers Market was named the #1 Farmers Market in Iowa for four years (2015-2019) in a poll sponsored by American Farmland Trust’s Farmers Market Celebration!

This outdoor market boasts locally-grown fresh seasonal produce as well as a variety of handcrafted items from a variety of

Melon City Criterium Sunday of Memorial Day weekend 2021 race postponed until spring 2022 For over 40 years, these Memorial Day weekend bicycle races attract racers from across the Midwest and beyond and are held in our picturesque Weed Park featuring a hilly 1-mile circuit with a 90 degree turn. Weed Park • Park Drive (near Colorado Street), Muscatine • muscatinecycling.com

22 PHOTO BY PAUL BROOKS Annual Events

Almost Friday Fest

Almost Friday Fest Greenwood Cemetery Walk May - September Sunday in late September Enjoy live music, food trucks, a beer & The Muscatine Parks and Recreation wine tent and a kids play area- all along Department holds the ever- popular the river! This festival takes place the 4th annual Greenwood Cemetery “Walk (or Thurday of the month May-September. Ride) Through History”. Riverfront Park • almostfridayfest.org Participants hear colorful, historical stories about some of Greenwood Fourth of July Parade, Cemetery’s most Muscatine Symphony & interesting residents. Fireworks Display Greenwood Cemetery 1814 Lucas St., July 4 Muscatine Organized by the Greater Muscatine 563-263-0241 muscatineiowa.gov Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GMCCI), the celebration starts with a down-home parade at 5 p.m., followed by a free Muscatine Symphony Orchestra vendors on Saturdays from May 1st concert on the riverfront, finishing with through October 30th. The market also one of the best fireworks displays in the offers entertainment, with live music and region. Come early to enjoy our historic kids activities. The market also hosts an downtown and scenic riverfront and annual Christmas market, “A Handcrafted locate your best vantage point for the Christmas”, held in December. evening’s festivities. Where to find the Farmers Market: Downtown Muscatine and riverfront Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce • Saturdays: 7:30-11:30 a.m. on the and Industry • 563-263-8895 corner of 3rd and Cedar Streets www.muscatine.com See the market’s Facebook page for more information: www.facebook.com/ MuscatineAreaFarmersMarket Buckskinners Rendezvous Third weekend in September Take a step back in time and get in the pioneering spirit during this weekend event situated in the scenic Wildcat Den State Park just outside of Muscatine. The event is in the upper picnic area. Wildcat Den State Park • 1884 Wildcat Den Road, Muscatine • 563-260-2365

23 Annual Events Fall Festival five Masterworks concerts running from October to May and free July 4th and Saturday in October Christmas concerts. Musical styles range The Fall Festival event features several from classical to movie and Broadway, activities including coloring, cookie to big band and jazz swing such as Duke decorating and more. Participating Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman. businesses in the Muscatine Mall also 563-288-6195, Ext. 1608 have a trick-or-treat activity, so children muscatinesymphony.org are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. There is no cost to participate in any of the activities. Muscatine Independent Muscatine Mall • 1903 Park Ave., Muscatine Film Festival 563-263-0241 • muscatineiowa.gov November Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk Come enjoy an artistically engaging Saturday in November Muscatine Symphony weekend of inspirational filmmaking at the Muscatine Independent Film Festival. The Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk is Orchestra This annual event showcases short films held annually by the Muscatine Parks October - May from around the world with many of the and Recreation Department and the The Muscatine Symphony Orchestra filmmakers in attendance. In addition Muscatine Running Club at the Muscatine is a community-based orchestra made to enjoying the films, audience members Municipal Golf Course. The format of the up of volunteer local and professional can also engage with the filmmakers and race is to predict your time. However, you musicians from the Muscatine area as fellow film enthusiasts during the “red are not allowed any sort of timing device. well as regional universities from Eastern carpet” parties and awards ceremonies. The winners who most closely predicted Iowa and Western Illinois. “MIFF” is a great way to immerse yourself their time will be awarded a frozen turkey. in an evening of arts and culture. Muscatine Municipal Golf Course The symphony provides a wide variety muscatinefilmfest.com 1820 Highway 38, Muscatine • 563-263-0241 of music for all age groups. It performs muscatineiowa.gov

24 Elves Workshop December Every year Santa and his elves take a break from building toys and decorating to visit Muscatine. Come take a turn putting together some crafts and talking to Saint Nick himself. This workshop provides many different stations for people to find their creative side. Muscatine Mall • 1903 Park Ave., Muscatine 563-263-0241 • muscatineiowa.gov

Holiday Open House November Candy Cane Hunt The merchants of historic downtown First Friday in December Muscatine kick off the holiday shopping FREE! How many candy canes can you season with a preview to this season’s find? Meet us at Pearl City Station. holiday gifts and décor. Pearl City Station on the Riverfront. Downtown Muscatine • 563-263-8895 Harbor Dr, Muscatine downtownmuscatine.com/events

Eagle Watch Holiday Stroll View the bald eagles that frequent the First Friday in December upper Mississippi River in the winter An over 30-year annual tradition, the due to the excellent fishing opportunities Holiday Stroll in downtown Muscatine created by the churning waters of Lock is a festival during which the Muscatine and Dam No. 16. There is sure to be community - and visitors - get together to plenty of photo ops! celebrate the holidays.

Dozens of downtown stores and various Eagles & Ivories Muscatine organizations participate in the stroll, decorating their storefronts, Ragtime Weekend offering refreshments such as hot End of January chocolate or becoming performance A wonderful winter treat, this music- venues for singers, dancers, musicians filled weekend is sure to delight. For and others spreading holiday cheer. over 25 years, this event has brought in world-renowned pianists and musicians The night kicks off with the lighting of to entertain ragtime, jazz and classical the Community Christmas Tree. The music fans of all ages. crowd enjoys all the live entertainment and fellowship downtown for the evening, Throughout the course of the bringing the holiday spirit to life. The weekend, eagle watching, event takes place annually downtown and related activities and on the first Friday evening in December. presentations are held on the Second Street is closed for traffic, allowing Muscatine riverfront and at the crowds to walk freely from merchant Lock and Dam No. 16. to merchant, as well as to and from all the muscatineartscouncil.org live music and other performances. Downtown Muscatine

25 Annual Events watch some of the live judging and re- Surrounding Area Events West Liberty Children’s experience the fun you remember from Festival and Fiesta Latina Cross Country Skiing and childhood: demolition derby, trailer races, tractor pull, midway carnival rides September Snowshoeing and games, car races and traditional fair One exciting Saturday in September, Wildcat Den State Park, located 10 food. downtown West Liberty is transformed miles east of Muscatine, is a popular Muscatine County Fairgrounds by this annual puppetry mini-festival, destination for cross country skiing 101 N Clay St, West Liberty, IA including strolling performers, food, and snowshoeing with a 4.5-mile trail 319-627-2414 • muscatinecountyfair.com beverages, performances by local dance loop open year-round. Other popular troupes, and a host of children’s games winter trails include Discovery Park and and activities. Puppet shows take place Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area. Wilton Founder’s Day in Ron-De-Voo Park. The Children’s iowadnr.com and Mid-August festival is followed immediately by Fiesta muscatinecountyconservation.com This annual hometown celebration Latina from 3 to 10PM. Both great brings the community together and family events that combine to become welcomes visitors to join in on the Fiesta West Liberty. Muscatine County Fair festivities. Some of the great things that Downtown West Liberty, IA 52776 Third week of July go on throughout the weekend include westlibertyiowa.gov Join us at the Muscatine County inflatables, bingo, a parade, car show, fairgrounds, located in West Liberty, 5K run, kid’s tractor pull, car and bike for good old-fashioned family fun and show, music performances and other entertainment. It’s a Muscatine County entertainment, volleyball tournament summer tradition! Take a walk through and a bags tournament. the 4-H livestock and project barns, Downtown Wilton, IA • wiltoniowa.org

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2826 29 Dining American Blimpie 2418 Stewart Rd. A Guy and A Grill 563-288-0333 1033 Hershey Ave. blimpie.com 563-260-6229 aguyandagrill.com Boonie’s On the Avenue 214 Iowa Ave. • 563-263-0626 All American Diner booniesontheavenue.com 2300 Park Ave. • 563-263-2224 Bridgeside Links Applebee’s 1005 E. 2nd St. • 563- 261-7460 306 Cleveland St. • 563-262-0215 bridgesidelinkspub.com applebees.com Buffalo Wild Wings Arby’s 2608 Second Ave. 412 Cleveland St. • 563-262-4009 563-263-0285 arbys.com buffalowildwings.com Bobby’s Asian Cuisine Avenue Subs 113 Iowa Ave. • 563-288-9999 Burger King Dairy Queen avenuesubsmenu.com 2306 Park Ave. • 563-264-1226 bk.com 2101 Cedar Plaza Dr. 563-262-9894 • dairyqueen.com Cheri Top Drive-In (Seasonal) 1701 Grandview Ave. • 563-263-1344 Hardee’s 705 Grandview Ave. • 563-264-6096 Culver’s of Muscatine hardees.com 3604 University Ave. • 563-263-5601 culvers.com Hy-Vee Market Grille 2400 Second Ave. • 563-264-2420 hy-vee.com

Hy-Vee Mainstreet 510 East Sixth St. • 563-263-6461 hy-vee.com

210 E 2nd St. Downtown Muscatine thecoffeebeltmuscatine.com Delivery Available!

28 Jimmy John’s 1903 Park Ave. • 563-264-2001 jimmyjohns.com

Kentucky Fried Chicken 2515 Park Ave. • 563-263-8964 kfc.com

Kum & Go’s Go Fresh Market 416 Cedar St. • 563-263-2806

Maid-Rite Of Muscatine 3414 North Port Dr. • 563-263-3244 maid-rite.com

Maxwell’s on the River 119 Mississippi Dr. W • 563-263-2600 themerrill.com Contrary Brewing Co. Contrary Brewing Co. has been hand crafting small batches of their brews McDonald’s since 2015. Enjoy a draft and flatbread pizza in the taproom or at one of 2520 Park Ave. • 563-264-3150 mcdonalds.com our fire tables and take in the Mississippi River views from our newly constructed beer garden. Take it to go? Order online and we’ll prepare any Missipi Brewing Co. 107 Iowa Ave. • 563-262-5004 one of our 20+ beers or food menu items for you to go with an option for missipibrew.com curbside pickup. A haven for unique beer and an escape from the usual. Muscatine’s first brewery in over a century, right in the heart of downtown. Muscatine Family Restaurant 1903 Park Ave. • 563-263-5490 411 W Mississippi Dr, Muscatine muscatinefamilyrestaurant.com (563) 261-7446 • ContraryBrewing.com

Muscatine Headquarters and Rick’s Restaurant 2108 Grandview Ave. Asian Barbeque Bobby’s Asian Cuisine Skinny’s Barbeque Red Berry Café and Pancake House 205 West 2nd St. • 563-261-7461 208 W 2nd St. • 563-261-7445 710 Grandview Ave. 563-263-1600 • redberrycafeia.com China Garden 2016 Cedar Plaza Dr. Brewery Riverside Diner 563-288-6943 303 East Second St. • 563-263-3616 Contrary Brewery chinagardenmuscatineia.com riversidemuscatine.com 411 W. Mississippi Dr. • (563) 261-7446 Hong Kong Buffet Subway 2406 Park Ave. • 563-262-8899 Cafés • 4701 South Hwy 61 • 563-264-2100 hongkongbuffetmuscatine.com • 2016 Cedar Plaza Dr. • 563-264-1800 Big Cat’s Café 101 W. Mississippi Dr. • 563-261-7458 • 1700 Park Ave. • 563-264-1318 OSAKA Sushi & Steakhouse www.subway.com 1903 Park Ave. • 563-263-8286 Black Pearl Café osakamuscatine.com Tee’s Ice Cream & Burgers (Seasonal) 413 E. 2nd St. • 563-288-5307 blackpearlcafeia.com 838 Park Ave. • 563-262-9122 Panda Express 3014 Highway 61 North • 563-263-2099 The Lighthouse (Seasonal) The Coffee Belt pandaexpress.com 2142 Water St. • 563-264-8682 210 E. 2nd St. • 563-264-6963 thecoffeebeltmuscatine.com Wendy’s Peking Restaurant 2519 Park Ave. • 563-264-2933 1700 Park Ave. • 563-263-6321 Starbucks wendys.com Yacky Shack • 3020 US-61 #100 • 319-212-8628 163 Colorado St. • 2400 2nd Ave. (Inside Hy-Vee) 563-264-8007 563- 264-2420 yackyshack.com starbucks.com 29 Dining

Italian & Pizza Mamma Mia Italian Restaurante Salvatore’s by Papa Reno 101 West Mississippi Dr. 303 East Second St. • 563-263-9396 Casey’s Pizza 563-299-1865 salvatoresonline.com • 1111 Oregon St. • 563-263-2720 mammamiamuscatine.com • 3509 Steamboat Way • 563-263-9201 Sal Vitale’s Italian • 3010 University Dr. • 563-263-7884 Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza Restaurant and Pizzeria Caseys.com 2604 2nd Ave. Unit 3 • 563-288-6877 1010 Park Ave. • 563-264-8259 Domino’s papamurphys.com salvitalespizzeria.com 2110 Park Ave. • 563-264-3030 Pizza Hut dominos.com 2512 Park Ave. • 563-264-3929 GeoJohnz Pizza pizzahut.com 203 East Second St. • 563-263-0123 Pizza Ranch geojohnzpizza.com 106 Ford Ave. • 563-263-3535 Godfather’s Pizza (Carry-out only) pizzaranch.com 2201 Houser St. • 563-263-7214 godfathers.com Port City Underground 208 West Second St. Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream 563-263-4743 • 203 Lake Park Blvd. • 563-263-5233 portcitypizzas.com • 927 Grandview Ave. • 563-263-1320 www.happyjoes.com Pr%f Social 208 West Second St. Little Caesars Pizza 563-263-0202 501 E 6th St. • 563-554-6600 littlecaesars.com

30 Mexican The Burrito Factory 600 Park Ave. • 563-263-2300

Chicharo’s Mexican Grille 201 West 2nd St. • 563-299-0659 chicharosmexicangrill.com

Diamond Dave’s Taco Co. 1903 Park Ave. • 563-264-2151 diamonddaves.com

El Allende 1107 Grandview Ave. • 563-262-3969

El Olmito Restaurant & Grocery 502 Mulberry Ave. • 563-264-2094

Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant 208 E. 2nd St. • 563-264-8192 guadalajaramuscatine.com

La Cabana Mexican Restaurant 801 Oregon St. • 641-226-3011

Las Lomas 1519 Park Ave. • 563-264-0904 laslomasmuscatine.com

Monica’s Taqueria 506 Mulberry Ave • 563-264-8006

Restaurant Izalco Big Cat’s Café 801 Oregon St. • 563-263-0458

Taco Bell 300 Cleveland St. • 563-316-2046 tacobell.com

Taco John’s 2516 Park Ave. • 563-264-8911 tacojohns.com

Vegetarian The Butchers Vegetables 839 Park Ave. • 563-263-0238 thebutchersvegetables.com

31 Lodging AmericInn Lodge & Suites Hampton Inn Super 8 Motel by Wyndham Featuring 59 guest rooms including Featuring 76 guest rooms, indoor pool, Featuring 60 guest rooms, free conti- family suites, an indoor pool and whirl- exercise room, free breakfast, cable TV nental breakfast, cable TV & HBO, some pool, exercise room and game room, free & HBO, free local calls, and is close to rooms with refrigerator & microwave, enhanced continental breakfast, cable restaurants and large commercial area. free local calls and is close to restaurants TV & HBO, free local calls and is close to 3303 North Port Drive • 563-264-3003 and large commercial area. restaurants and large commercial area. muscatine.hamptoninn.com 2900 N Hwy 61 • 563-263-9100, 3115 Hwy 61 • 563-263-0880, 800-800-8000 • super8.com 800-643-3444 • americinn.com The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Travelodge Inn and Suites Best Western Pearl City Inn Featuring 122 luxury guest rooms & Featuring 55 regular guest rooms, plus 10 Featuring 51 available guest rooms, suites with river views, 13,000 sq. meet- Fantasy Suites with whirlpools, an indoor an indoor pool, a free hot continental ing space, indoor pool, fitness center, pool, available room service, cable TV breakfast, cable TV, HBO, all rooms have restaurant & lounge, room service, valet, & HBO, some rooms with refrigerator & refrigerator and microwave, free local concierge, free Wi-Fi, refrigerator, down- microwave, free local calls, and is close to calls, and is close to restaurants and large town close to restaurants. restaurants and large commercial area. commercial area. 119 Mississippi Drive West • 563-263-2600 2402 Park Avenue • 563-264-3337 305 Cleveland St • 563-316-7700 themerrill.com travelodge.com pearlcityinn.net Muskie Motel Comfort Inn Featuring 35 rooms, color TV and Bed & Breakfasts Featuring 49 guest including whirlpool air-conditioning, and is close to restau- The Pearl House suites, an indoor pool, exercise room, free rants and large commercial area. Weekly The Pearl House was built in 1900 when extended breakfast bar, cable TV & HBO, and corporate rates are offered. all rooms have refrigerator & microwave, Muscatine was the Pearl Button capital of 1620 Park Avenue • 563-263-2601 the world. This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom pet-friendly, free local calls and is close to muskiemotel.com restaurants and large commercial area. home is located just a few blocks from downtown Muscatine and the Mississippi 115 Cleveland • 563-263-1500 choicehotels.com River. Fully furnished, this home is perfect for both long and short stays. Muscatinevacationhouse.com • 703-201-5861

St. Mary Bed & Breakfast St. Mary Bed and Breakfast is for the business and leisure traveler. Centrally located and walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants and Riverside Park. 970 Lucas St., Muscatine • 319-930-9189 [email protected]

Strawberry Farm Bed & Breakfast Featuring five guest rooms and down- home hospitality, Strawberry Farm B&B is easily accessible from Highway 61, and minutes away from restaurants and large commercial area. Breakfast is served daily and includes fresh fruit, homemade baked goods and a warm entrée. 3402 Tipton Road, Muscatine 563-262-8688 • strawberryfarmbandb.com

32 Camping Areas Clark’s Ferry Recreation Area Clark’s Ferry is an 11-acre, Class A campground located along the banks of the Mississippi River just east of Muscatine. It is easily accessible from Highway 22. This facility offers 45 camp sites operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. For further park information, contact 563-263- 7913 during business hours. Reservations can be made by calling 877-444-6777.

Fairport Recreation Area Fairport Recreation Area is situated between the Mississippi River and Highway 22. This facility covers 17 acres with 42 sites. Fairport Recreational Area is 6 miles from Wildcat Den State Park. To make reservations, call 877-IAPARKS.

Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area This Muscatine County Park is located 8 miles northwest of Muscatine, along the Cedar River, and is accessible from North Mulberry Avenue. Saulsbury Bridge Recre- ation Area offers three campgrounds with a combined total of 33 sites and a tent area. Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area, which is managed by the Muscatine County Conser- vation Board, covers 675 acres. For more information call 563-264-5922 during business hours. Best Western Pearl City Inn Shady Creek Recreation Area Shady Creek is a 7-acre campground with 305 Cleveland Street 53 sites. The facility is accessible from Highway 22, which is part of the Great Muscatine, IA 52761 River Road. Shady Creek is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (563) 316-7700 For further park information, contact 563-263- 7913 during business hours. Reservations can be 800-780-7234 for reservations made by calling 877-444-6777.

Wildcat Den State Park Wildcat Den State Park offers 27 campsites situated within a picturesque pine forest. 24-HOUR FITNESS CENTER Located one mile from Iowa Highway 22 between Muscatine and Davenport, Iowa. INDOOR POOL To make reservations call 877-IAPARKS. BUSINESS CENTER FREE NEWSPAPERS IN THE LOBBY FREE WI-FI FREE BREAKFAST

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JOANN Fabric & Crafts Hibbett Sports 1903 Park Ave 1903 Park Ave 563-263-7890 563-264-1600 Joann.com Hibbett.com

The Little Red Hen Mitchell Arms & Ammo 612 Hope Ave 810 Park Ave #4 563-262-5709 563-272-1107 Thelittleredhenonline.com Mitchellarmsandammo.com

Neal’s Vacuum & Sewing Center 309 E 2nd St 563-263-4543 Nealsew.com

New York Dollar Store 109 E 2nd St 563-264-8236

Pearl City Popcorn 119 Chestnut St. Muscatine, IA 52761 Uncommon Style 563-265-2492

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