Some roadside treasures aren’t just beautiful — they tell stories of community, resilience, and preservation. Holy Trinity Church in Manning, Iowa is one of those stops: a historic country church building that was lovingly moved and restored to live on as part of the Manning Hausbarn Heritage Park. It’s a glimpse into the spiritual and…
Rising dramatically from the quiet farmland of Carroll County, Holy Angels Catholic Church is one of those places that feels almost unreal when you first see it. Surrounded by open fields and gravel roads, this towering Gothic Revival church stands as a powerful reminder of the faith, determination, and craftsmanship that shaped rural Iowa. Even…
Is it a suspension bridge or a swing bridge? or both? I think it’s both. And I think it’s fun. Kids (and some adults like me) really love pedestrian swing bridges where the deck moves or swings as you cross. I’ve started charting the swing bridges across the state and this just happens to be…
The rural town of Templeton, Iowa has long been known for distilling whiskey. In fact, their mascot used to be the “bootleggers”. A few years ago, they moved their multi-million dollar facility back home to Templeton, Iowa. Register ahead of time and you can get a tour of the whiskey-making process and get a sample…