Marshalltown Visitors Guide - Sports Destination Management

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attractions
Appleberry Farm, The
2402 West Main Street
641-752-8443
(Late Summer/Fall)
www.appleberryfarm.com
Return to the simple things in
life with an old fashioned countrylike atmosphere. The Appleberry
Farm offers antiques, hand crafted gift
items, framed apple prints, home-grown
dried flowers, apples, pumpkins, Indian
corn, gourds, garlic, squash, caramel apples
and cider-making.
Big Treehouse, The
2370 Shady Oaks Road, 641-752-2946
www.bigtreehouse.net
The Big Treehouse is the 6-story, 12-level hobby
of its creator. Features include music, sound
effects, spiral stairway and flower-lined
walkways. It's located at Shady Oaks
Campground, a Lincoln Highway landmark
since 1925. Call to schedule a tour. Guide
and dry weather required.
Binford House
110 North 2nd Avenue, 641-753-5450
National Register of Historic Places
Built in 1874, this beautifully preserved
Italianate-style home includes a curved cherry
stairway, Italian marble fireplace and walnut built-in
bookshelves. Tours and meals available by appointment. Tea parties available upon request.
Create-a-Keepsake
9 West Main Street, 641-752-7007
Create a ceramic keepsake for someone special in
your life, for those who are hard to buy for or just
for fun. Stop in by yourself, with a friend, group or
the whole family. There is always a wide variety of
ceramic's to choose from and paints are provided.
F-4 Phantom Airplane
1301 South 6th Street, 641-754-9037
This F-4 Phantom aircraft was retired from active
duty and serves as a memorial to all veterans. One
of Marshalltown’s own, local resident Joe Latham,
flew this F-4 in Vietnam. Call Jeff Heiden for more
information or for a tour.
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Fisher Community Center Art Gallery
709 South Center Street, 641-753-9013
Open Monday-Friday 11-5 p.m. Except holidays; Weekends 1-5 p.m. April - Oct. and
upon request when building is open.
www.centraliowaartassociation.com
The Art Gallery houses an outstanding
collection of original Impressionist and
Post-Impressionist paintings. Two and
three-dimensional works are also on permanent exhibit. Exhibits change monthly in the
Auditorium. Art shop featured. Docent tours available.
Fisher Community Center Ceramic
Study Collection
In the early 1970s the Ceramic Study Collection was
amassed under the guidance of Gary Eason Eige. Top
ceramic artists and scholars recognize it as one of the
finest collections of its kind in the nation.
Fisher Community Center Sculptures
Outstanding sculptures grace the beautiful grounds
at the FCC. The signature piece is Christian
Petersen’s final work, “Dedication to the Future,” that
can be seen in a beautiful water and fountain setting
as you enter the FCC grounds.
Geocaching
www.IowaGeocachers.org or
www.geocaching.com
Geocaching is an entertaining adventure game
for gps users. The basic idea: individuals and
organization set up caches all over the world and
share the locations on the internet. Find caches in
Marshalltown and the surrounding area. Fun for
the whole family.
Glick-Sower Heritage
Homestead
201 East State Street
641-752-6664
Tours by appointment only
(Historical Society of
Marshall Co.)
www.marshallhistory.org
Pre-Civil War home complete with
furnishings from the mid to late-19th
century.
"We lift up
our young
to see
beyond
that which
we can
see."
Christian Petersen
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
Marshall County Conservation Board
2359 233rd Street, 641-752-5490
Conservation Center: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon.- Fri.
9 a.m. - Noon, Sat. (March–Nov.)
www.grimesfarm.org
National Register of Historical Places
Henry Anson Statue
Marshall County Historical Museum
Iowa Lincoln Highway Association
founded
www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/iowa
Marshalltown
The historic Lincoln Highway was the first coast-tocoast motor road. This “Main Street across America”
traversed 12 states, from New York City to San
Francisco. In Marshall County, it went through the cities
of LeGrand, Marshalltown, LaMoille and State Center.
in 1853.
Main Street and Center Street,
641-754-6330
www.co.marshall.ia.us
Considered an excellent example of the Italian
Renaissance Style. Designed by John C.
Cochrane, Chicago, a prominent designer of
this style of building. Constructed in 18841886. Changes keep with the building’s original design. Tours by appointment.
In July 2003 a statue of Marshalltown’s city founder,
Henry Anson, was placed on the courthouse lawn in
celebration of Marshalltown’s 150th Birthday. This
statue holds a time capsule from the city’s sesquicentennial year and will be opened in 2053.
Henry Anson
Marshall County Courthouse
160 acres of nature trails including prairies, timber,
wetland, prairie potholes and conservation farming.
Interpretive Conservation Center and observation
tower. Self-guided trail maps are available at the
trailhead.
Main Street and Center Street, 641-754-6330
Iowa Veterans Home
North 13th Street and Summit
641-752-1501
www.ivh.iowa.gov
The Iowa Veteran's Home opened its
doors to Iowa veterans and their spouses
in 1887. The beautifully landscaped
grounds include memorials for veterans
of all wars. The Iowa Veterans's Home is
open to the public where art, memorials
and sculptures can be viewed. For a guided
tour call 1-800-645-4591.
John Ernest Vineyard & Winery
3291 N Ave., Tama, IA, 641-484-8048
www.johnernestvineyard.com
Family-owned-and-operated vineyard and winery
with live entertainment throughout the year. Wide
selection of great wine, a charming gift shop, a banquet facility and a great scenic view of the Iowa River
Valley. Tours and wine tasting available.
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202 East Church Street, 641-752-6664
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tues.-Thurs.
(Historical Society of Marshall County)
Museum features a permanent geological exhibit
displaying a collection of LeGrand fossil crinoids.
Special exhibits include famous Marshall County
residents like Jean Seberg and “Cap” Anson, a military history exhibit and “The General Store.” Group
tours by appointment.
Marshalltown Dog Park
402 Woodland Street, 641-754-5715
(East end of Riverview Park)
Owners bring their dogs to run and play with
other leash free dogs in a safe fenced in area.
Parks & Recreation issues dog tags for park use
after showing proof of dogs current vaccinations
and a quick application. $2.00 day passes available
for visitors.
Matchstick Marvels
319 2nd Street, Gladbrook
641-473-2410
Open April 1 - Nov. 30, 1-5 p.m.
www.matchstickmarvels.com
Artist Patrick Acton turns ordinary wooden matchsticks into incredible detailed models and sculptures. Ripley’s Believe It or Not features Acton’s
matchstick work in their museums around the world.
Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop
County Road E63, Haverhill,
641-752-6664
Noon - 4 p.m., Memorial Day - Labor Day
National Register of Historical Places
Journey into the past to a uniquely preserved
full-service blacksmith shop, operated by German
immigrant Matthew Edel from 1883 until 1940.
Marshalltown
is the seat
of Marshall
County.
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Meskwaki Bingo • Casino
1504 305th Street, Tama
1-800-728-GAME, Open 24-hours
www.meskwaki.com
Located just 15 minutes east of Marshalltown on
Highway 30. Meskwaki offers all of your favorite
casino games, 24-hr. Dining, and live professional
entertainment.
Messy Missy's Studio & Gallery
Inside Meadowlane Mall
May – Sept.: M-Th 10-6, F-Sat 10-5;
Oct – Apr: M-W-Th-F Noon- 6 p.m., Tu Noon-8 p.m,
Sat 10-5 p.m, Sun 1-4 p.m.
Paint a master piece at Messy Missy's Studio or
shop our great selection of vintage and one-ofa-kind furniture pieces and gifts in our Gallery.
Schedule your group outing in our party room. Ideal
place for birthdays, bridal showers, school groups,
or clubs. Custom artwork available—just ask
Missy to paint it for you! Orpheum Theater Center
220 East Main Street, 641-844-5909
www.orpheumcenter.com
“I found
the prettiest place in
Iowa, and
here I’ll live
and lay my
bones.”
Henry Anson, 1851
Ray Frederick Art Gallery
(Located on the MCC Campus)
3700 South Center Street,
641-752-7106 ext. 5776
www.MarshalltownCommunityCollege.com
The Ray Frederick Gallery is operated by the
MCC Fine Arts Department to showcase MCC
student artwork, as well as the work of local and
regional artists. A new display is showcased each
month during the school year (August through May).
Riverside Cemetery
611 North Center Street, 641-753-7891
Main Gate open 8 a.m.- Dusk
Office open 8-5 p.m.
Historical traditional burial grounds. Over
ten miles of roadway to drive, walk or bike.
Lake Woodmere at entrance, a focal point and
visitors’ delight.
State Center Commercial Historic
District & Museums
Main Street, State Center, 641-483-3002
www.statecenteriowa.org
The renovated RKO Orpheum Theater Center
houses 152 seat movie theater, state of the art
black box theater, 3 Learning Studios, Scene Shop,
Exhibit Hall, amphitheater and the Orpheum Coffee
Shop and outdoor patio. Administered by Iowa Valley
Community College District and a member of the
League of Historic American Theaters Association.
Approximately 14 miles west of Marshalltown, on
Historic Lincoln Highway, State Center contains a
three block long, Main Street Commercial Historic
District, distinctive in its scale and decorative brick
work. The district includes three museums, including Watson's Grocery Store, Sheppler Barbershop,
and Washington Township #6 Center School.
Open by appointment.
The Perfect Setting
Taylor #4 Country School
www.theperfectsetting.org
Original works by selected area artists includes
jewelry, pottery, glassworks, watercolors, photography and more. Custom framing, artful giftware, and
events for art lovers are all part of the ambience to be
found in Marshalltown's Main Street gallery. Need a
group program? A delightful customized event is a
phone call away.
19 North 2nd Avenue
641-752-6664
Open by appointment
(Historical Society of
Marshall County)
Step back in history and enjoy
this country school which is
meticulously restored to it's original 1913 appearance. Taylor #4
is typical of the schools that formed
the basis of our nation's educational system for rural children in the 19th and the first
half of the 20th century.
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theatre
Helio Portes Lecture Hall
3700 South Center Street
641-752-7106
Marshalltown Community College is
proud to have a state-of-the-art lighting
system in its 100-seat black box style
theatre. Serves as both a lecture classroom,
theatre for the MC Squared Players and home
to the MCC music department.
dining
Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill
641-753-7755
Lunch, Dinner
Offering traditional favorites. Salads,
sandwiches, appetizers, steaks, chicken,
seafood, pasta, desserts and full bar plus
specialty drinks. Take out available.
Marshalltown Community
Concert Association
PO Box 249, Conrad, 641-366-3093
1904 West Lincoln Way, 641-753-4933
www.mccaiowa.com
MCCA proudly presents Live On Stage artists. The
season consists of 5 performances presented by
professional, wold-class entertainers. Admittance
into the performances are by season memberships.
Call today for ticket information on the best
entertainment bargain in Central Iowa!
Birthplace
of screen
legend
Jean
Seberg.
Marshalltown Community Theatre/
Martha Ellen Tye Playhouse
full menu dining
Calvin Rockett Bar & Grill
2013 South Center Street (Lower Level)
641-328-1033
Lunch, Dinner
American bar and grill style, with pizzas, sandwiches, salads, seafood, wraps, a kid's menus, a few
pastas and steak. Full bar including their famous
Bloody Marys.
Jax
www.marshalltowncommunitytheatre.org
The Community Theater brings together area
residents and first-rate productions in a beautiful
setting. Four contemporary theater productions plus
a summer musical are presented annually by this
outstanding community theater company.
Full menu, salad bar, grill it yourself or we
prepare steaks and pork cuts. Seafood,
chicken, sandwiches, appetizers and full bar.
Take out available.
Marshalltown High School/
Community Auditorium
1602 South 2nd Avenue, 641-754-1141
State-of-the-art facility offers theater productions,
community concert series, community band and
dance performances for young and old.
Orpheum Theater Center
The renovated RKO Orpheum Theater houses
152 seat movie theater, state of the art black
box theater, 3 Learning Studios, Scene Shop,
Exhibit Hall, amphitheater and the Orpheum
Coffee Shop and outdoor patio. Administered
by Iowa Valley Community College District and a
member of the League of Historic American Theaters
Association.
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Dinner (Tues.-Sat.)
Junction Bar & Grill
Inside Best Western Regency Inn
Lunch, Dinner
Appetizers include wings, Homemade soups,
salads, burgers, wraps, and hot sandwiches.
Dinner entrees' include steaks, chops,
chicken, pasta dishes, "Peetza Pie," kids
meals and dessert.
Legends American Grill
www.legendsamericangrill.com
Lunch, Dinner
Welcome to Legends! Home of sports, good drinks,
& great food, including our legendary ribs &
signature steaks.
Birthplace
of baseball
legend
Adrian
“Cap”
Anson.
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Perkin’s Restaurant
641-753-4038
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Full menu available. Breakfast served
anytime. Takeout available.
Tremont Grille
www.tremontonmain.com
Breakfast,Lunch (Mon.–Sat. 7-3 p.m.)
Full breakfast menu, gourmet coffees, deli sandwiches and soups. American and Italian cruisine
set in a casual bistro atmosphere. Home of Muddy
Waters Coffee Co.
Choose from
the diverse
menus of over
60 restaurants.
Tremont On Main
www.tremontonmain.com
Dinner (Mon.-Sat., 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
Casual fine dining, first class service, gourmet menu
featuring seafood, lamb, Iowa pork, chicken and
Angus beef. Full bar with international wine list.
casual dining
13th Street Inn
229 North 13th Street, 641-752-9218
Culver’s
16 Iowa Avenue West
641-753-9525
Lunch, Dinner
Featuring our famous butterburgers and frozen custard. Also specialty sandwiches, variety of sides and
cod, chicken, shrimp and rib dinners.
Doo Dahs Diner
128 East Main Street
641-752-1213
Breakfast, Lunch
Haley’s Deli
501 North 3rd Avenue
641-752-3665
Lunch, Dinner
Haven
12 North 1st Street
641-844-1007
www.havencoffeehouse.com
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mon–Sat
Fresh roasted fair trade coffee, latte, cappuccino.
Signature sandwiches, salads and soup. Homemade
pies, cookies, cakes and pastries baked daily.
Hy-Vee’s Kitchen/Salad Bar
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Tues.-Sat.)
641-752-4525
Auxiliary Coffee Shop
Inside Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center
3 South 4th Avenue, 641-754-5148
Breakfast, Lunch (Mon.-Fri. 9–4 p.m.
Sat. 9–2 p.m., Sun. 12:30–3 p.m.)
Cakes & More
Inside Marshall Town Center
Custom wedding cakes, cookies, flavored cupcakes,
rolls, sandwiches and more.
Cecil’s Café
13 Iowa Avenue East, 641-753-9796
Breakfast, Lunch
We've been at the same address now for 50+ years
cooking the same wonderful food, under same family ownership.
Morning Glory Bakery
209 North 13th Street, 641-351-8219
Breakfast,Lunch
Enjoy fresh coffee, a scrumptious roll,
donut, scone, kolach or another item.
For lunch enjoy our popular soups and
sandwiches.
OJ’s Diner
1102 Iowa Avenue West
641-754-4707
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Orpheum Coffee Shop
Taco John’s
Breakfast, Lunch, Mon.-Sat. 7-2 p.m.
All your "West-Mex" favorites
Espresso; fair trade coffee beans, Coffee, Tea, Soda,
Ice Cream, Pastries, and Sandwiches.
Uncle Jack's Tacos
Taylor’s Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop
Lunch, Dinner
106 South 3rd Avenue, 641-753-9684
www.maidrite.com
Serving its single sandwich menu for over 80 years
serving 100% Choice beef available in Iowa.
822 North 3rd Ave., 641-753-9588
Villachuato
Inside Impala Ballroom
Lunch, Dinner – Closed Tuesdays
mexican dining
Aztecas
9 East State Street, 641-844-0455
Breakfast, Lunch Dinner
Fine Mexican Cuisine
El Portal
641-752-0011
Lunch, Dinner
Wonderful authentic Mexican cuisine.
La Carreta
308 East Iowa Avenue
641-754-1700
asian/chinese
A-1 Thai
Inside Marshall Town Center
641-844-9888
Lunch, Dinner
Chef King
29 West Main St., 641-752-8282
Lunch, Dinner
China Buffet
641-753-3545
Lunch, Dinner
Lunch, Dinner - 7 days a week
Family atmosphere, appetizers, fajitas, combination platters, desserts, and our special margaritas.
Mexico Antiguo
Lunch, Dinner
Fine cuisine and full service bar.
Palm Beach Grill & Nightclub
1010 Lincoln Way, 641-328-1043
Hy-Vee’s Chinese Express
Lunch, Dinner
Ocean City Chinese
Lunch, Dinner
Casey’s
pizza
Burrito, Burrito Bowl, Taco, or a Salad. Choose your
meat and other toppings.
111 North 3rd Avenue, 641-753-0037
1009 Lincolnway, 641-752-8105
1201 Iowa Avenue West, 641-752-4474
1402 South 12th Avenue, 641-753-0079
Taco Bell/KFC
Domino’s Pizza
Lunch, Dinner
3007 South Center, 641-752-4580
Lunch, Dinner
104 North Center Street
641-752-3030
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Godfather's Pizza
50 La Frentz Lane, Suite E. 641-752-4444
Lunch, Dinner
Hy-Vee’s Italian Express
641-752-4525
Junction Bar & Grill
Inside Best Western Regency Inn
Lunch, Dinner
The perfect
place to
live, work or
play!
Arby’s Restaurant
641-752-0321
Burger King
641-753-4000
Dairy Queen–Center Street
641-752-5101
Delicious, handmade "Peetza Pie;" the "King of
Wings;"
Dairy Queen–North
Little Ceasar's (Carryout)
EV’s (Seasonal)
Little Caesar’s Pizza Station
711 North 3rd Avenue, 641-752-2712
2205 1/2 South Center Street,
641-753-4033
Inside Big K-Mart
Hardee’s
Order a whole pizza or get one by the slice.
Jimmy Johns
MAMA DiGrado's PASTA & PIZZA
1702 South Center St., 641-752-3333
KFC/Taco Bell
Lunch, Dinner
3007 South Center, 641-752-4580
Papa Murphy's
Long John Silver’s
Seafood Shoppe
2500 South Center St., 641-753-6870
We make it—you bake it. Handmade pizzas made
fresh to order.
Pizza Hut Delivery or Carryout
707 West Madison Street
641-752-4000
Pizza Ranch
641-753-7711
Open for lunch and dinner. Dine-In, carry-out,
delivery, buffet and party room.
Zeno’s Pizza
A Marshalltown favorite. Serving pizza only. Open
only for dinner. Group seating available. Carry out
available.
fast food
McDonald’s
641-752-6902
Purple Cherry
6 Iowa Avenue East, 641-753-3022
Frozen Yogurt
Sub City
Subway
2802 South Center Street, (inside Wal-Mart)
641-352-5229
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Tastee Freeze (Seasonal)
Wendy’s
641-753-5333
nightlife & taverns
A-1’s Place
907 North 4th Avenue, 641-752-7423
American Legion Bar
1301 South 6th Street
641-752-3612
Applebee’s Neighborhood
Bar & Grill
641-753-7755
Blue Cactus Lounge
Inside Totem Bowl
1101 South 6th Street, 641-752-4269
Blue Note Lounge
102 West Main Street
Brewster’s Place
513 Player Street, 641-753-9892
Center Street Station
Corner Tap
Fiddle & Whistle Irish Pub
Jax
903 West Lincoln Way
641-752-1212
JB Bar
915 Turner Street, 641-754-9898
JD’s Pub
311 South 2nd Avenue, 641-752-0329
antiques
Kevin’s Antiques
641-844-1358
By appointment only
Main Street Antique Mall
Mon. - Sat., 10-5 p.m.
The Auction Corner
Dillon, 3 miles east of Marshalltown on Hwy
30, 2 miles South on Dillon Road (T31)
641-750-5216
www.theauctioncorneria.com
Call for auction day and times.
Tom Harris Auctions Antique Auction
Specialist
203 South 18th Avenue, 641-754-4890
www.tomharrisauctions.com
Appointment only
Van Metre Antique & Auction Center
1603 Iowa Avenue West, 641-752-8753
www.vanmetre.net
Call for appointment
markets
Farmer’s Market
108 North 2nd Avenue, 641-752-2981
Mid-May until end of October
Wednesday 4-6 p.m. ~ Saturday 8-11 a.m.
Linn Street Market
103 East Linn Street, 641-493-2442
Open year-round
Friday 12-6 p.m. ~ Saturday 10-4 p.m.
Main Street Farmer's Market
Courthouse Square, 641-844-2001
June – September
Thursday 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Zamora's Fresh Market
Open yea-round
Mon.–Sat 11–a.m. – 10 p.m.
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Sport facilities
Iowa Valley Adventures
Challenge Course
641-752-4645
1-800-284-4823
www.iavalley.edu
The 50-ft. Alpine rope tower takes
teamwork, problem solving, and
leadership training to new heights.
Ground or tower activities specialized to
your groups needs. Only tower in Iowa.
For everyone from corporate employees to
youth groups.
J.W. Fisher Memorial
Soccer Complex
South 18th Avenue and East Olive
641-752-7785
www.mascsoccer.tripod.com
This 20-acre soccer complex has nine
soccer fields, parking lot, concession and
equipment buildings. Home of the Marshalltown
Area Soccer Club.
Marshalltown Community College
www.MarshalltownCommunityCollege.com
Marshalltown Community College is known for its
innovative and challenging academic programs, and
faculty who are overwhelmingly committed
to their students. With one of the highest
student success rates in the state, MCC
attracts more MHS college-bound
graduates than any other college!
Check the college MCC website for
more information!
Marshalltown Community Y
108 West Washington Street
641-752-8658
www.ymca-ywca.org
State-of-the-art facility offers swimming,
gymnasium, indoor track, racquetball courts, fitness
classes for all levels, indoor cycling classes, new
strength equipment, tread wall, cardio area with
cardio theater, and much more! Away program and
daily passes available.
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Marshalltown Football League (MFL)
Complex
South 6th Street
641-752-0481 Concession
The MFL complex has three football fields,
concession stand, public restrooms, ample
seating and parking.
Marshalltown Girls Softball Association
This facility is on the grounds of the Marshalltown
Community College Campus and features four
softball fields, batting cages, concession stand and
ample parking. The league is open to girls currently
in grades 1-12.
Marshalltown High School Athletics
1602 South 2nd Avenue, 641-754-1142
The gymnasium, known as the
“Roundhouse” hosts many Statesponsored tournaments and can seat
5,000 spectators. The 6-lane swimming
pool hosts State-sponsored regional
and district meets. The track hosts the
State Hershey track meet along with
others. Ample parking.
Marshalltown Little League
Complex
South 12th Street, 641-752-2181
Concession
www.eteamz.active.com/marshalltownlittleleague/
This complex features six diamonds, two lighted,
and two completely renovated in 2004. Handicapped
restrooms, concession stand and ample parking.
Marshalltown Veteran’s Memorial
Coliseum
20 West State Street, 641-754-5715
www.ci.marshalltown.ia.us
The auditorium/gymnasium is suited for a variety
of recreational activities including basketball, volleyball and dances. The Blue Room is great for small
meetings, wedding receptions. Catering kitchen is
adjacent.
Home of
National
HS Career
Record
Holder for
Home Runs
(75) Jeff
Clement.
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South 6th Street Softball Complex
South 6th Street, 641-754-5718
Concession
This softball complex offers weekly tournaments and is the site of past state and
national tournaments. There are three
lighted softball diamonds with 250 ft.
outfields, shelter, restrooms, playground
and concession stand.
Tennis Courts
1602 South 2nd Avenue - MHS
641-754-5715
North 13th Street and Summit - Westend Park
There are eight courts at the Marshalltown High
School location and four lighted courts at the
Westend Park.
Linn Creek Greenbelt Parkway
Bike, Walk and Jog Trail, 641-754-5715
The trail winds through Marshalltown from Riverview
Park on North 3rd Avenue to Grimes Farm with a
total length of 7.98 miles. Parks that are trailheads
include: Riverview Park, Peterson Park, Judge Park,
Nicholson Ford Woodland/ Wetland/Iowa River,
Lennox Park and Mega 10 Park.
bowling
Totem Bowl
1101 South 6th Street, 641-752-4269
Open daily at 1 p.m. Call for specials.
Nice and clean 24 lane bowling with
bumpers. Cosmic Glow bowling Friday
& Saturday at 10 p.m. and Saturday
afternoon at 1 p.m. Excellent snack
bar. Parties and groups welcome.
Marshalltown Indoor Tennis
By reservation, 641-750-4321
recreation
American Discovery Trail
641-752-5490, www.discoverytrail.org
trails
The American Discovery Trail stretches
through Marshall County linking to the Bike,
Walk and Jog Trail in Marshalltown. It's the
only coast-to-coast, non-motorized recreational trail linking communities, cities, parks, and
wilderness. Hike, bike or even ride horses,
in designated areas, for an afternoon or a
cross-country adventure.
Heart of Iowa Nature Trail
Miles of
scenic
trails.
641-752-5490, www.inhf.org
The Heart of Iowa Nature Trail is a cooperative effort
of the Story and Marshall County Conservation
Boards. The 32-mile segment of the former
Milwaukee railroad from Slater to Melbourne will
form the basis for a recreational trail corridor.
fairgrounds
Central Iowa Fairgrounds
1308 East Olive Street, 641-753-3671
www.centraliowafairgrounds.com
Home of the Central Iowa Fair each July. The site of
numerous horse shows, markets, and special shows
and events throughout the year. Facilities include
four exhibit buildings, arena, and a lighted racetrack
with grandstand seating for 2,000.
golf
American Legion Golf Course
1301 South 6th Street, 641-752-1834
Open daily at 7 a.m. Excellent 18-hole public
golf course, with driving range, cart rental,
tournament play and full service golf shop.
Men’s golf is played Wednesday afternoon.
Ladies’ golf on Thursday mornings.
Collison Par 3 Golf Course
1731 Taylor Avenue, 641-753-0055
Open daily. This 18-hole golf course, with all holes
par 3, is located on a beautiful Iowa countryside.
Each hole is unique and challenging from the
beginner to pro. Located north of Marshalltown off
Garwin Road.
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hunting & fishing
Elmwood Country Club Golf Course
1734 Country Club Lane
641-753-8111 (Pro Shop)
641-753-6228 (Office)
www.elmwoodcc.com
Private 18-hole golf course and country club
with dining facilities, PGA professional, pro
shop, cart rental, outdoor swimming pool and
lighted tennis courts.
Harvester Golf Club
833 Foster Drive, Rhodes
641-227-4653
www.harvestergolf.com
Average
summer
temperature
71.8° F.
The Harvester Golf Club is America’s 21st Ranked
Public Daily Fee Course. Golf Digest selects it as
the overall #1 Golf Course in Iowa. This Keith
Foster designed masterpiece also boasts an elegant
clubhouse with breathtaking views, restaurant, and
more.
Lincoln Valley Golf Course
1538 235th Street, State Center
641-483-2054 - www.lincolnvalleygolf.com
Open at 8 a.m. Impressive 18-hole public course
located between Marshalltown and State Center on
Hwy 30. Offers cart and club rental, full service food
and beverage clubhouse and banquet facilities.
Linn Creek Indoor Golf
507 West High Street, 641-754-0754
Linn Creek Indoor Golf has two simulator units
that give accurate ball tracking and lifelike sights
and sounds on more than 50 PGA courses.
Open November-March hours are 10 a.m. to
8 p.m. Closed on Mondays..
Wandering Creek Golf
2436 233rd Street, 641-752-4615
Open to the public April - October. This regulation
9-hole course is challenging and scenic. Nine or
18 holes rate, power carts, pro shop, beverage and
snack bar are available.
Iowa Department of
Natural Resources
502 East 9th Street, Des Moines
515-281-5918
www.iowadnr.com
Fall hunting dates from September
through January are set by the
Iowa DNR mid summer each year.
Fishing regulations are set mid
winter. Specific information can be
obtained by referring to DNR publications, online or wherever licenses
are sold, or by calling the Marshall
County Conservation Board.
Iowa River Wildlife Management Area
2349 233rd Street, 641-752-5490
485 acre area on Sand Road north of Marshalltown
consisting of river bottom, forest, and prairie. It is an
undeveloped natural area with hunting allowed.
Marshall County Conservation Board
2349 233rd Street, 641-752-5490
www.co.marshall.ia.us or
[email protected]
Hunting and fishing opportunities abound
in Marshall County. For information on
regulations, season dates and license fees;
contact the Conservation Board at the
GrimesFarm and Conservation Center.
Marshalltown Parks and Recreation
With special permission bow hunting is allowed
at Nicholson Ford Woodland. There is a boat
launch for the Iowa River in the northeast corner of
Riverview Park.
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movie theater
Orpheum Theater Center
The renovated RKO Orpheum Theater houses
152 seat movie theater, shows a variety of
movies each weekend including kids, comedy,
romance and the classics.
Plaza 9 Theaters
Marshall Town Center Mall
www.fridleytheatres.com
Nine-theater complex located on the East side of the
mall. Four of the theaters are new state-of-the-art
stadium seating. Nightly shows, plus Saturday and
Sunday matinees, in each theater.
OHV Park
Nicholson Ford Woodland
18th Avenue & East Marion Street
641-751-4919
www.iowaohv.com
Located in Marshall County on the northeast side
of Marshalltown. This is a 110 acre park with
approximately 20 miles of tight, river bottom,
wooded trails.
race tracks
Iowa Speedway
3333 Rusty Wallace Drive, Newton, IA
641-791-8000, www.iowaspeedway.com
This Rusty Wallace Signature Series Track is 7/8-mile
asphalt oval and host to ARCA, IndyCar, NASCAR
Nationwide, and NASCAR Truck Series.
Marshalltown Speedway
East Olive Street and South 12th Ave.
515-432-4703 Office
641-752-9676 Trace
(Located on the Central Iowa
Fairgrounds)
www.marshalltownspeedway.com
Iowa's fastest high banked quarter mile clay oval.
Races are held every Friday night from April thru
September. “What Friday Nights Were Made For.”
skate park
Skate Park
901 South 6h Street, 641-754-5715
(East of 6th St. Softball Complex)
The first phase of the Marshalltown Skatepark
was constructed in 2010. It consists of a half
pipe and a quarter pipe with a bank ramp.
The all-steel elements are available for both
skateboards and bikes. The park is open during
daylight hours. A citizens committee is working
to raise funds to add features to the park. Any one
interested in helping is welcome. Contact Parks
and Recreation for more information.
swimming
Marshalltown Family Aquatic Center
(outdoor)
212 Washington Street
641-844-1515 (June-Aug.)
641-754-5715 (Sept.-May)
The aquatic center has zero depth entry, play
water features for children, water slides, drop
slide, diving board, 8 lap lanes and a lazy river.
Concessions available. Call for hours
and pricing.
Marshalltown Community Y (indoor)
108 West Washington Street
641-752-8658
www.ymca-ywca.org
The Community Y’s pool facilities include an
indoor competitive lap pool, indoor pool
with water slide, children’s water features,
water classes, and more. Visitors are
welcome to call for hours and day pass
information. Home of the Iowa High
School Boys and Girls State swim
meets.
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parks
parks have covered picnic areas available on a first come first serve
basis. Others have shelter houses available for a fee.
For more information, contact:
Primitive
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City Parks: Marshalltown Parks and Rec Department, 641-754-5715
Area Parks: Marshall County Conservation Board, 641-752-5490
Electric
Anson Park 301 East Anson
Arnold Park 107 South 7th St.
Assistance League Park 1008 E. High St.
B.P.W. Park 407 Marion St.
Bicentennial Park 507 Grandview Dr.
Elks Park 516 North 3rd St.
Gold Finch Park 310 W Hibbs Blvd.
Glenwood Park 2601 South 6th St. Jaycee Park 1401 Rolling Meadows Judge Park 1203 South 12th St.
Kiwanis Park 2206 South 3rd Ave.
Lawrence Park 102 North 22nd St.
Lennox Park 201 South 12th Ave. Mega 10 Park 802 South 3rd & South 6th St.
Morris Park West of 12th St.
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churches
Bethany United Methodist
Calvary Baptist Church
1021 South 12th Avenue, 641-752-2261
Central Christian Church
Center Street Baptist Church
1202 South Center Street,
641-753-5834
Christian Science Society
119 East State Street, 641-753-8127
Church of God in Christ
Great Commission Church
411 Highland Acres Road, 641-753-0779
Hope United Methodist Church
2203 South 3rd Avenue
641-752-5104
Iowa River Church of the Brethern
2013 Wallace Avenue
641-752-2802
Jehovah’s Witnesses
507 East Olive Streeet
641-753-6194
Liberty Baptist Church
9 North 5th Avenue, 641-752-2600
Marshalltown Church of Christ
508 Pleasant View Road, 641-753-8160
New Hope Christian Church
Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter Day Saints
New Life United Pentecostal Church
703 South 12th Street, 641-752-3284
Destiny Transformation Center
1208 South 1st Avenue, 641-752-2966
Elim Lutheran Church
302 West Church Street, 641-752-4213
Evangelical Free Church
3111 South 6th Street, 641-752-7171
Faith Assembly of God
504 North 2nd Street, 641-752-0628
Faith Open Bible Church
1402 East Anson Street, 641-753-6008
Fellowship Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
First Church of the Nazarene
First Congregational Church
First Friends Church
2409 South 6th Street, 641-753-7367
First Presbyterian Church
First United Church of Christ
204 South 4th Avenue, 641-753-8538
First United Methodist Church
2101 South 1st Avenue, 641-752-5925
Olive Brance Pentecostal
Church of God
201 West Olive Street, 641-844-2394
Our Savior Lutheran Church
3001 South 6th Street, 641-753-4108
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints 302 North 5th Street, 641-753-8458
Salvation Army Citadel
Second Baptist Church
516 Bromley, 641-753-8615
Seventh Day Adventist
6th Street & Nevada, 641-752-0776
St. Henry Catholic Church
211 West Olive Street, 641-753-7374
St. Mary Catholic Chuch
9 West Linn Street, 641-753-6278
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
201 East Church Street, 641-753-6317
Trinity Lutheran Church
1011 South 3rd Avenue, 641-753-7769
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fun facts
community info
• Marshalltown celebrated it’s 150th Anniversary
in 2003! (1853-2003)
• Marshalltown Convention & Visitors Bureau
celebrated their 10th Anniversary in 2003.
• In 1987, a Monet painting was stolen from
the Fisher Community Center. With insurance
money a beautiful art gallery was built.
• Since 1939 caramels & chocolates have
been handmade, hand-dipped at Lillie Mae
Chocolate.
• Marshalltown was named “BBQ Capital of
Iowa” for the IA State BBQ Championships
that are held here every June.
• The Appleberry Farm has 12 acres covered
with 15 different varieties of apple trees.
• Orpheum Theater Center was renovated in
2010.
• Jeff Clement, of Marshalltown, holds the
National High School Career Record for 75
Home Runs.
• Marshalltown is the birthplace of film star
Jean Seberg.
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Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce
641-753-6645 www.marshalltown.org
Marshall Economic Development Impact
Committee (MEDIC) 641-753-6645
www.marshalltownworks.com
City Hall 641-754-5701
Emergency 911
Non-Emergency
Police 641-754-5725
Fire 641-754-5723
Sheriff 641-754-6380
Marshalltown Medical & Surgical Center
641-754-5151
First Nurse (Medical advice after hours)
641-754-6877 or 800-524-6877
Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222
Public Library 641-754-5738
Post Office 641-752-5841
UPS 641-753-0143
UPS Store 641-754-0088
Radio Stations
KDAO 1190 AM (Swing)
& KDAO 99.5 FM (Adult Contemporary)
KTDV 91.9 FM (Christian Contemporary)
KFJB 1230 AM (News/Talk Radio)
& KXIA 101.1 FM (Country)
KCRM-lp 96.7 FM (Catholic Radio)
Transportation
Burlington Trailways 800-992-4618
Cabs of Marshalltown/Airport Express
641-753-3399
Enterprise Rent a Car 641-752-1000
Hawkeye Stages (Charter) 1-800-323-3368
Hertz Rent A Car, 641-752-4563
Jensen Ford-Lincoln-Mercury, Inc.
641-753-5501
Marshalltown Municipal Airport
(Private/Charter) 641-752-0012
Marshalltown Transit System
(City Bus) 641-754-5719
People Rides 641-752-6202
Sureway Taxi 641-328-9300
Road Conditions (State) 1-800-288-1047
or 511 or www.511IA.org
Population
27,500
800.697.3155 • www.visitmarshalltown.com
709 S. Center Street
Marshalltown, IA 50158

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