Amana Colony Visitor`s Guide

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The Handcrafted Escape
2008 Visitors Guide
www.AmanaColonies.com
800-579-2294
VISITOR SERVICES
Amana Colonies Visitors Center
and Convention & Visitors Bureau
622 46th Avenue, P.O. Box 310
Amana, Iowa 52203
1-800-579-2294 / 319-622-7622
[email protected]
Emergency Services.......................911
Sheriff. ...........................319-642-7307
Willkommen
T
he Amana Colonies invites you to escape from the ordinary…join us in
a place that will remind you of a simpler time; a time when life was less
complicated and neighbors chatted across the backyard fence. A time
when pies were still made fresh and children safely rode their bikes to Oma’s
for cookies. A time we often yearn for in today’s rush of corporate ladderclimbing and the endless pursuit of discount shopping.
In the Amana Colonies, you will see we constantly strive to balance the old
and the new, traditional and contemporary; to provide unique experiences with
the usefulness of everyday living. We hope you will see the pride we take in
maintaining our historical buildings and ambience; as well as the progress that
is made in the Colonies. Our strong communal heritage is truly the guiding
light that moves us forward. Our ancestors who settled here over 150 years
ago were progressive in nature, always looking for the best ways to operate the
Amana farms, the woolen and textile mills; in everything they did, they were
looking for progress, efficiency and quality. These standards are still present in
the Colonies today; your visit will be an amalgamation of old world charm and
modern day amenities. You will see century old buildings, eat chocolate and
drink wine made from recipes dating to the 1800’s…all while accessing
your email from a free WiFi connection!
For our friends who have been visiting us for years, you may very
well discover something new in the Colonies in 2008! Be alert
for our progress…we promise you will love it! If you have
never visited us before, please do, you will find so much
to see and do – you’ll add us to your yearly itinerary.
There is truly something for everyone in the Amana
Colonies…that’s why we invite you to Handcraft an
Escape that is just right for you!
We think you’ll like it.
Medical / Dental Services
Amana Family
Practice Clinic .............319-622-3231
Amana Pharmacy............319-622-3341
Dr. Mark Marz, Dentist...319-622-3150
Engel Chiropractic..........319-622-3322
United States Post Offices
Amana ............................319-622-3019
Homestead......................319-622-3901
Middle Amana ................319-622-3861
South Amana ..................319-622-3425
Banking Services
Farmers Savings Bank.....319-622-6200
4304 - 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
ATM Available
US Bank..........................319-622-3445
504 39th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203
ATM Available
Photo, Design and Copy Credits:
Amana Heritage Society, Amana Society,
Inc., Peter Guttman, Emilie Hoppe,
Bruce Jones, Allyn Neubauer, Deanna
Roberts, James Scheib, Bertha
Schambaugh, Jennifer Tjaden
I o w a To u r i s m O f f i c e
1.800.345.IOWA
www.traveliowa.com
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History
Festivals
Dining/Specialty Foods
Wine & Beer
Accommodations
Arts & Craftsmanship
Antiques
Shopping
Recreation
Maps
The Amana Colonies: Remaining Faithful to a Dream
The history of the Amana Colonies, a
National Historic Landmark and one of
America’s longest-lived communal societies,
begins in 1714 in the villages of Germany
and continues today on the Iowa prairie.
In turbulent 18th century Germany in the
midst of a religious movement called
Pietism, two men, Eberhard L. Gruber and
Johann F. Rock, advocated faith renewal
through reflection, prayer and Bible study.
Their belief, one shared by many other
Pietists, was that God through the Holy
Spirit may inspire individuals to speak. This
gift of inspiration, or prophecy, was the basis
for a religious group that began meeting in
1714 and became known as the Community
of True Inspiration. Though the Inspirationists sought to avoid conflict, they were persecuted for their beliefs. Eventually the
Inspirationists found refuge in central
Germany settling in several estates, including
the 13th century Ronneburg castle.
S e e k i n g F re e d o m
Persecution and an economic depression
in Germany forced the community to begin
searching for a new home. Led by Christian
Metz, they hoped to find religious freedom
in America and left Germany in 1843-44.
Community members pooled their resources
and purchased 5,000 acres near Buffalo,
New York. By working cooperatively and
sharing their property, the community, now
numbering some 1,200 people, was able to
carve a relatively comfortable living. They
called their community the Ebenezer Society
and adopted a constitution that formalized
their communal way of life.
PHOTO BY BERTHA SHAMBAUGH AMANA CIRCA 1900
When more farmland was needed for the
growing community, the Inspirationists looked
to Iowa where attractively priced land was
available. One valley on the Iowa River
seemed particularly promising. Here was
fertile soil, stone, wood and water enough
to build the community of their dreams.
R e m a i n i n g Tr u e
In 1855 they arrived in Iowa. After an
inspired testimony commanded the people
to call their village, “Bleibtreu” or “remain
faithful” the leaders chose the name Amana
from the Song of Solomon 4:8. Amana means
to remain true. Six villages were established,
a mile or two apart, across a river valley tract
of some 25,000 acres - Amana, East Amana,
West Amana, South Amana, High Amana
and Middle Amana. The village of Homestead was added in 1861, giving the Colony
access to the railroad.
Communal Life
In the seven villages, residents received a
home, medical care, meals, all household
necessities, and schooling for their children.
Property and resources were shared. Men
and women were assigned jobs by their
village council of brethren. No one received
a wage. No one needed one.
Farming and the production of wool and −
calico supported the community, but village
enterprises, everything from clock making
to brewing, were vital; and well-crafted
products became a hallmark of the Amanas.
Craftsmen took special pride in their work
as a testament of both their faith and their
community spirit.
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Up before dawn, called to work by the
gentle tolling of the bell in the village tower,
the unhurried routine of life in old Amana
was paced very differently than today.
Amana churches, located in the center of
each village, built of brick or stone, have
no stained glass windows, no steeple or
spire, and reflect the ethos of simplicity and
humility. Inspirationists attended worship
services 11 times a week; their quiet
worship punctuating the days.
Over 50 communal kitchens provided three
daily meals; as well as a mid-morning and
mid-afternoon snack to all Colonists. These
kitchens were operated by the women of
the Colony and well supplied by the village
smokehouse, bakery, ice house and dairy,
and by huge gardens, orchards and vineyards maintained by the villagers.
Children attended school, six days a week,
year-round until the age of 14. Boys were
assigned jobs on the farm or in the craft
shops, while girls were assigned to a communal kitchen or garden. A few boys were
sent to college for training as teachers,
doctors and dentists.
In 1932, amidst America’s Great Depression,
Amana set aside its communal way of life.
A ruinous farm market and changes in the
rural economy contributed, but what finally
propelled the change was a strong desire on
the part of residents to maintain their community. By 1932, the communal way of life
was seen as a barrier to achieving individual
goals, so rather than leave or watch their
children leave, they changed. They
established the Amana Society, Inc. a profitsharing corporation to manage the farmland,
the mills and the larger enterprises. Private
enterprise was encouraged. The Amana
Church was maintained.
A m a n a C o l o n i e s To d a y
Today the seven villages of the Amana
Colonies represent an American dream come
true; a thriving community founded by religious faith and community spirit. Declared
a National Historic Landmark in 1965, the
Amana Colonies attract hundreds of thousands
of visitors annually all of whom come to see
and enjoy a place where the past is cherished
and where hospitality is a way of life.
Evocative of another age, the streets of the
Amana Colonies with their historic brick,
stone and clapboard homes, their flower and
vegetable gardens, their lanterns and walkways
recall Amana yesterday. But a vibrant community, celebrating both its past and its future, is
here today for you to experience.
Amana Heritage Sites
Amana’s unique past is here for you to explore at seven historical sites maintained by the
Amana Heritage Society. Single admission or multi-site admissions are available. For more
information on Amana Heritage Sites and to check their calendar of special events and
programs visit www.amanaheritage.org or phone 319-622-3567.
Amana Heritage Society
Summer Programs
Winter Warmth: Stories of Old Amana – January 26
Be warmed by the potbelly stove at the Homestead
Blacksmith Shop & hear stories of old Amana.
Limited seating; reservations recommended.
Easter Egg Hunt – March 22
Kids 12 & under join us for our annual Easter egg
hunt in the Amana Heritage Museum yard. $3.00
per child. Reservations required, starts at 9am.
Swing in Spring – May 3
Come Swing in Spring with Amana Heritage
Society & Rod Pierson Big Band Featuring Craig
Boche. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to
dance, the University of Iowa Swing Club will
be giving lessons. Come dressed in your favorite
vintage swing style & get a dollar off admission.
Lessons start at 7pm, Rod Pierson will take the
stage at 7:30 at the Festhalle Barn in Amana.
Admission: $6 per person.
Special Exhibit – Open May 3
The Community of True Inspiration: Pacifism and
Patriotism. Exhibit explores the community’s role
in war; both on the battlefield & on the home
front. Free with museum admission.
Craft Demonstrations and Hands-on Activities at
Amana Heritage Sites Saturdays, May-September
Amana Heritage Museum, Amana
Communal Agriculture Museum, South Amana
One of your first stops should be the Amana
Heritage Museum. With an award-winning, 20minute video, exhibits in three communal era
buildings and grounds recalling turn of the
century Amana life, the museum tells Amana’s
story from 18th century Germany to the present. The Amana Heritage Museum is among
Iowa’s top historical attractions. Special programs and exhibits. Museum store. Open
daily April - October; 10am - 5pm Monday Saturday, noon - 4pm Sunday. Open Saturdays
in March, November and December.
Built in 1858 the South Amana barn housing the
Communal Agriculture Museum is one of the oldest
barns in the seven villages. Tools, implements and
photographs from Amana’s communal era depict
operations on the nation’s largest communal farm.
Open Saturdays, May - September, 10am - 5pm.
Crafts and sites vary. Call for schedule.
The Amana Community Church Museum,
Homestead
Village Walking Tours - Friday evenings June & July
Communal Kitchen and
Cooper Shop, Middle Amana
Preserved just as it was on the day in 1932
when the last communal meal was served in
the Colony, visiting the Communal Kitchen
and the Cooper Shop across the street is like
stepping back in time. Guides explain kitchen
routines and share insights on communal life.
Popular with all ages, the Communal Kitchen
and Cooper Shop are an Amana historical
treasure. Open Saturdays, May - September,
10am - 5pm. Open Monday - Friday, June 16 August 15, 11am - 5pm.
High Amana General Store,
High Amana
So little has changed at the High Amana
General Store since the day it opened in
1858 that the smell of handmade soap and
kerosene lanterns lingers. Today the shelves
are stocked with dry goods and merchandise
reminiscent of bygone days. Open daily April October, 10am - 5pm Monday - Saturday,
10am - 3pm Sunday. Open Saturdays and
Sundays in March, November and December.
Whether you want to learn more about the Colonies
or simply wish to experience a setting uniquely
suited to reflection, visit the 1865 Saal (church or
meetinghouse) in Homestead. Guides discuss religious beliefs and practices of the Amana Church,
while explaining the unique history and architecture
of this 140-year-old church. Open Saturdays, MaySeptember, 10am - 5pm. Open Monday - Friday,
June 16 - August 15, 11am - 5pm.
Homestead Blacksmith Shop, Homestead
Commerce sustained communal Amana, and its
importance is explored at this historical site in
Homestead. Craft and industry, plus an examination
of the community’s relationship with the “outside
world,” are depicted. View storage of museum artifacts and display of Colony buildings in miniature
make the Homestead Store well worth discovering.
Open Saturdays, May - September, 10am - 5pm.
Open Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 15,
11am - 5pm.
Homestead Store Museum, Homestead
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the
original village blacksmith shop. Also on site is a
traditional print shop with operating Linotype and
hand-set printing press. Blacksmith, printing and
bookbinding demonstrations. Open Saturdays,
May - September, 11am - 4pm.
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Passport to History, GPS Adventure - Saturdays,
May-September; Mon-Fri, June 16-August 15
Explore the history of the Amana Colonies using
the Global Positioning System. Start this fun,
family-oriented adventure at the Amana Heritage
Museum. Don’t worry if you don’t have a GPS
unit, you can borrow ours!
Take a guided tour through the streets and stories
of old Amana. Starts at the Amana Heritage
Museum at 5:30pm. $3.00 per person or free
with musuem admission.
Lily Lake Bike Tours – Fridays, May & September
Take a guided ride on our beautiful bike trail &
learn about the Colonies unique cultural & natural
history on your ride. Tours begin at the Amana
Colonies Visitors Center at 2:00pm. Bike rentals
are available. Tour admission: $3.00 per person
or free with museum admission.
Industrial Tours - Friday, August 1, 8, 15
Learn about Amana’s industrial past. Includes
calico factory, woolen mill, millrace and the
Hydroelectricity plant. Tour starts at the Woolen
Mill at 5:30pm. Admission: $3.00 per person.
Amana Wine Tours - Thursday, May 29, June 26,
July 24, August 28
Take a walking tour of the village of Amana, learning about the Colonies wine-making history. Also
sample the best of the modern day Colonies wine.
$5.00 per person. Tour begins at the Amana
Heritage Museum at 3:00pm.
Barn Tour - September 21
Learn about agriculture in the Amana Colonies
through its barns. Tour starts at 1:00pm at the
Amana Heritage Museum. Reservations required.
Amana Volksmarsch - October 12
This popular German sport of walking is a great
way to get out & see the Amana landscape with
your family & friends. Route starts at the Middle
Amana Park at 1:00pm.
Glimpse of Amana’s Christmas Past - December 5-7
Experience the unique traditions of an Amana
Colonies Christmas through storytelling, museum
exhibits, poetry & song at the Amana Heritage
Museum. Extended museum hours. FREE.
Enjoy a handcrafted celebration...
Festivals
Where else can you see dirndl-clad women,
taste alligator meat, learn how to weave baskets and ride your
bike 30-some miles…all the while stopping to drink great
Iowa brewed beer? Only in the Amana Colonies! Whatever your
interest – art, music, German heritage, or wine tasting – the
Amana Colonies has an event or festival to suit your taste.
Wi n t e rf e s t
January 26
Our 4th annual Winterfest promises to
drive away the mid-winter blues with
activities inside & out, including a 5K
Amana Freezer Fun Run/Walk, ice harvesting demonstrations, storytelling by the
woodstove, cross-cut log sawing competitions (open to all!) & much more.
www.festivalsinamana.com
Wi n t e rf e s t
A rt s & C r a f t S h o w
January 26
Come in from the cold to enjoy a large
display of work by artisans & crafters.
Shop & enjoy items from handmade soaps,
cards, wood & more. 9am to 5pm. Amana
Colonies RV Park & Events Center. FREE.
www.candr-productions.com
Wi l l o w Wea vi n g We e k e n d
February 16 - 17
Learn willow basket making from
nationally known weavers during this
two-day workshop. Registration required.
www.broomandbasket.com
Amana Colonies Bluegrass
Jam Camp
February 21 - 24
Bluegrass Jam Camp is designed to help
beginning & intermediate jammers become
more at ease in the jamming environment.
Amana Colonies Golf Club. Registration
required. www.amanajam.com
I o w a H e a rt l a n d S p r i n g F l i n g
U- F l i F l y b a l l To u rn a m e n t
April 12 - 13
Iowa Renaissance
Festival
May 3 - 4
High flying excitement & fun combine
in this dog team competition that calls
for agility, speed & teamwork. These dogs
know their sport & they love to compete!
Amana Colonies RV Park & Events Center.
FREE. www.hawkeyehustlers.org
Magical gathering of costumed characters,
live-action stuntmen & entertainers.
Activities for all ages. Entertainment.
Concessions. Middle Amana Park.
Admission. www.iowarenfest.com
Festival of American
B a s k e t ry
April 25 - 27
Nationally known basket weavers will lead
hands-on workshops for all skill levels.
Amana Arts Guild Center. Registration
required. “Meet the Artist” Reception April
25 Amana Heritage Museum is open to the
public. www.broomandbasket.com
A b e n d ( E v e n i n g ) G a l e r i e To u r
May 2
A chance to explore behind the scenes
as Amana Colonies artisans open their
galleries, workshops & studios for this
relaxed, self-guided, evening (Abend)
tour. Refreshments served. FREE.
www.timeandtides.com/gallerytour.htm
Maifest
May 3 - 4
Original Amana Colonies spring celebration blossoms with the Taste of Amana
Colonies food fair, Maipole dancing,
German folk music, parade down Main
Street & entertainment in the village of
Amana. www.festivalsinamana.com
Whether your interest is music, history, folk arts and crafts or you just
want to kick-back, relax and have fun there is an Amana Colonies event
or festival for you. For more information, check our website
www.AmanaColonies.com or phone 1-800-579-2294.
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Ta s t e L o u i s i a n a
Cajun & Zydeco Fest
May 24 - 26
Midwest’s largest Cajun & Zydeco event!
Music, food & fun Mardi Gras style.
Authentic Cajun & Creole cooking, carnival rides, cultural workshops, dancing &
cooking lessons & more. Amana Colonies
RV Park and Events Center. Admission.
www.cajunfest.net
Special Events in the Amanas
Looking for a special place for your wedding? Reunion
or corporate retreat? The Amana Colonies offers a
unique setting you can tailor to your specific needs.
Area businesses can assist with catering, specialty
cakes, chocolates, flowers, gifts and more.
Whether you are looking for a rustic reprieve from the
cookie-cutter world of weddings, a high-tech space for
your office retreat or an outdoor events center for your
next trade or sports show or festival…the Amana
Colonies has a space for you.
The following facilities are available for special events:
Festhalle Barn: Restored century-old dairy barn, accommodates 350 to 500 depending on set up. Contact
Michelle Hahn at 319-213-4116 for reservation details.
Amana Colonies Outdoor Events Center: Two climate
controlled facilities. The Pioneer Building offers 5600
square feet of space, accommodating 350; the Morton
Building provides nearly 13,000 square feet for accommodation of 800. Both buildings offer staging, tables
and chairs, public restroom facilities. Contact the
Amana Colonies RV Park at 1-800-471-7616.
Amana Colonies Golf Club: Beautiful 18-hole course
offers a well-tailored club house perfect for business
meetings, weddings or reunions. On-site food service,
upper and lower facilities, outdoor seating. Maximum
120 guests up, 40 down. The course also offers a
beautiful outdoor setting especially for weddings. With
a sparking view of the pond, the area can accommodate
up to 200 guests. Special transportation provided for
all wedding couples. Contact the Amana Colonies
Golf Club at 319-622-6222.
Colony Oaks Conference Room: Located near the
9th tee of the beautiful Amana Colonies Golf Club.
Accommodates 20, catering available or use of full
kitchen, outdoor grill. Ready for all you technology
needs, including WiFi. Contact the Amana Colonies
Golf Club at 319-622-6222.
Amana Colonies Holiday Inn: Available for weddings,
meetings and conventions, on-site food service.
Many area restaurants also offer meeting facilities,
visit our website for additional information:
ww.AmanaColonies.com.
Beckster Fest
May 30 - June 1
6th annual polka fest hosted by
Barefoot Becky & the Ivanhoe
Dutchmen; along with some of the
Midwest’s best-known polka bands.
Located in two large, air-conditioned,
indoor halls, featuring wooden dance
floors & non-stop entertainment, food
& fun. Amana Colonies RV Park and
Events Center. Admission.
www.barefootbecky.com
Abend (Evening)
G a l e r i e To u r
June 6
31st Annual
Marble Show
June 6 - 7
America’s longest-running antique
marble show. Amana Colonies
Holiday Inn. Registration required
for Friday evening banquet &
speaker. Saturday open to the
public. Admission.
www.amanamarble.com
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V i l l a g e - Wi d e G a r a g e
& Sidewalk Sale
June 13 - 15
Imagine a seven village garage & tag
sale! Amana residents & businesses
mark down their household & retail
merchandise.
Homestead Implement
Reunion
Allis-Chalmers Days
June 14 - 15
Mile-long parade of antique tractors, a
kiddy tractor pull, shows at two sites
in the village of Homestead. There is
nothing quite like this antique implement show featuring two of the bestloved brands in American agriculture;
Allis-Chalmers & Minneapolis-Moline.
Concessions. FREE
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A m a n a ’s F i re c r a c k e r
F o u rt h Ta i l g a t e
July 3-4
First annual antique show in Festhalle
Barn. 35 quality dealers of fine
antiques and collectibles. All antique
shops open ‘til 9pm on the 3rd and
all day the 4th.
www.smokehousesquareantique.com
Lily Lake in Bloom
July - August
Amana’s Lily Lake is crowned with
buttery-yellow, lotus lilies from midJuly through August. Pull-in at the
lakeshore park to enjoy the view or
walk the Kolonieweg Recreational
Trail that circles the lake.
To u r d e B re w
July 5
A great warm-up for RAGRAI, this
32-mile bicycle ride from Iowa City
to Millstream Brewing Company in
Amana. Sample some of Iowa’s best
craft beers along the way. Registration
required. www.millstreambrewing.com
Abend (Evening)
July 11
Christmas in July
A rt s & C r a f t s S h o w
July 19 - 20
Handcrafted arts & crafts in two large,
air-conditioned buildings plus tented
exhibits. Amana Colonies RV Park and
Events Center. Concessions. FREE
I o w a H e a rt l a n d L a s t Chance to Fli-U-Fli
Championship Qualifier
To u rn a m e n t
July 26 - 27
High flying excitement & fun combine
in this dog team competition that calls
for agility, speed & teamwork. Amana
Colonies RV Park and Events Center.
FREE. www.hawkeyehustlers.org
Abend (Evening)
August 1
A m a n a F e s t i v a l o f t h e A rt s
August 9
An Iowa treasure for 31 years; Local
artists exhibit, demonstrate & sell their
work. Hands-on art activities for kids.
Entertainment. Food. Middle Amana
Park. www.amanaartsguild.com
F i v e S e a s o n ’s C l u s t e r D o g
Show
August 29 - September 1
A four day dog show hosted jointly by
Cedar Rapids Kennel Association &
Tri City Kennel Club. Admission.
www.crka.info
Festival of Iowa Beers
August 31
Celebration of handcrafted brews. Sample
beer from breweries across Iowa; talk
with brewers, live entertainment & food.
Millstream Brewing Company. Admission.
www.millstreambrewing.com
Abend (Evening) Galerie
To u r
September 5
Beer Potluck Dinner
September 14
Bring a dish you prepared using beer to
share with others. Visit with all of the
great cooks & enjoy live entertainment.
Millstream Brewing Company. www.millstreambrewing.com
THIRSTY Home
B re w C l a s s i c
November 1
A m a n a A rt i s a n s S t u d i o To u r
September 19 - 21
Home brewers of handcrafted beer
compete at this celebration of homebrew
beer, mead or cider. Last year over 160
entries were received from across the
country. Millstream Brewing Company.
Registration required to compete.
www.millstreambrewing.com.
An opportunity to see Amana Colonies
artists at work in their private workshops
& studios. An unforgettable, self-guided
tour. FREE
F a l l F i b re & C l a y
Show & Sale
November 1 - 2
O k t o b e rf e s t
October 3 - 5
A bit of Bavaria right here in the Amana
Colonies. The century-old Festhalle Barn
in Amana provides the perfect setting for
non-stop entertainment, dancing &
German-style food & beverages. Parade.
Autumn-themed events, street side vendors, entertainment at local restaurants
& Millstream Brewing Company.
O k t o b e r f e s t H o m e B re w e r s
Competition
October 4
Home brewers compete in this 5th annual
event during Amana’s Oktoberfest.
Sponsored by Millstream Brewing
Company. Winners announced October 4.
Registration required to compete.
Autumn Days Craft
& F i n e A rt S h o w
October 4 - 5
One-of-a-kind fine arts & handcrafts
are featured at this annual harvest craft
show. Amana Colonies RV Park & Events
Center. Concessions. FREE.
I o w a H e a rt l a n d F a l l F l i n g
F l y b a l l To u rn a m e n t
October 17 - 19
A doggone good time is had by all at
this exciting team competition for dogs;
combining agility training, speed & teamwork. Amana Colonies RV Park & Events
Center. www.hawkeyehustlers.org
Indoor, autumn-themed show & sale
of unique weaving, textile arts, baskets,
pottery & crafts by area artists. Shop for
holiday gifts, boutique wear & original
fine art at this juried event. Amana Arts
Guild Center. www.amanaartsguild.com
Ta n n e n b a u m F o re s t
November 28 - December 21
A forest of decorated, live Christmas trees
inspires holiday wishes while you visit
with Santa (scheduled times). See the
country’s tallest, handcrafted Weihnacht’s
pyramid & a beautifully hand carved
Nativity. Benefits Iowa Chapter of the
Make-a-Wish Foundation. Free-will
donation is your admission.
P re l u d e t o C h r i s t m a s
December 5 - 7
There is nothing quite like Prelude to
Christmas, the Colonies’ advent celebration. Shop on candlelit streets in the
village of Amana, tour the Tannenbaum
Forest, see the Gingerbread Village, visit
the Amana Church Craft Bazaar & Cookie
Walk. Take part in the special magic of an
old-fashioned Amana Colonies Christmas.
Amana Colonies Christmas
H a u s To u r
December 6 - 7
Tour century-old & contemporary private
homes decorated for the holidays. Visit
with homeowners; see a whole new side
of the Amana Colonies. Admission.
www.amanaartsguild.com
Events, times and dates are subject to change.
Please call 800-579-2294 for up-to-date information.
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Dining/Specialty Foods
Escape from the
fast food drive-through.
Dining in the Amana Colonies is hearty,
homemade and served just how Grandma
used to serve it…steaming bowls of
vegetables, fresh-baked bread and handbreaded meats shared around the table
with family and friends. And don’t forget
our specialty foods – handmade chocolates,
smoked meats and sausages, jams &
jellies, fresh baked breads and more.
Well-fed is not an option in the Amana
Colonies…it’s a way of life!
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RESTAURANTS
Colony Inn Restaurant,
Amana
319-622-3030
The restaurant where family-style
dining began in 1935. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner served daily. Specials,
sandwiches and house made desserts.
Locally made beer and wine available.
N o rd y ’s S u b s & S a l a d s ,
Amana
319-622-3028
O x Yo k e I n n , A m a n a
319-622-3441 or 800-233-3441
[email protected]
www.oxyokeinn.com
“An Amana Colonies tradition since
1940.” Daily lunch, dinner and Sunday
Brunch. Child’s menu. Sandwiches,
daily specials and home baked
desserts. Wine, beer and cocktails.
Gifts. Free wireless Internet.
O x Yo k e I n n t e r s t a t e , I - 8 0 ,
Amana Colonies Exit 225
great neighborhood
restaurant located in
an original historical
communal kitchen house.
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Truly a nice variety of German and
American entrees are presented on our menu.
Family style meals as well as popular smaller
and lighter meals, sandwiches and homemade
soups and salads are served. Please come
and experience our hospitality.
Amana Colonies’ first restaurant to serve
Sauerbraten and Weiner Schnitzel.
Today we are still using the same secret
recipe for our wonderful Sauerbraten.
MAIN STREET Amana
319-622-3641 • 888-348-4686
www.ronneburgrestaurant.com
Also home of The Clothes Encounter
319-668-1443 or 877-668-1443
[email protected]
www.oxyokeinn.com
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Family-style. Child’s menu.
Sandwiches, daily specials, home
baked desserts and HUGE cinnamon
rolls. Wine, beer and cocktails. Gifts.
Free wireless Internet.
T h e R o n n e b u rg R e s t a u r a n t ,
Amana
319-622-3641 or 888-348-4686
[email protected]
www.ronneburgrestaurant.com
A great neighborhood restaurant
in an original communal kitchen.
Serving German and American
entrées for breakfast, lunch and
dinner. Great family atmosphere.
Groups are welcomed. Also home
of The Clothes Encounter.
SPECIALTY FOODS
A m a n a C o ff e e & Te a ,
Amana
319-622-6598
www.AmanaCoffeeandTea.com
Offering Amana’s largest selection
of whole bean coffee and loose tea.
Samples available. Stroll through
our fine selection of classic cottage
and American country décor. Lower
level, Amana General Store.
Amana Meat Shop and
Smokehouse, Amana
319-622-7586 or 800-373-6328
www.amanameatshop.com
www.amanashops.com
Since 1855! Home of famous Amana®
ham, bacon, steaks, sausage and
cheese. Sampling. Also Amana® jams
and jellies and specialty foods from
Europe. Free mail order catalog.
A m an a S t o n e H e art h B a k e ry,
Amana
319-622-7640
www.AmanaBakeries.com
Fresh baked breads, pastries and
cookies. Homemade jams, jellies,
noodles, pies, sandwiches. Beverages
available. Ice cream in summer. Hot
soups in winter. Seating in our quaint
German loft. Open daily.
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The Chocolate Haus ~
D e s s e rt & C o ff e e C a f é , A m a n a
H e n ry ’s Vi l l a g e M a r k e t ,
Homestead
319-622-3025 or 877-622-3025
[email protected]
www.chocolatehaus.com
319-622-3931
[email protected]
The only place you can watch and “smell”
the candy being made! Fudge, caramel,
truffles, fun gifts, espresso, gourmet coffee,
tea, smoothies, kids drinks, mail order.
Free samples! New location!
H a h n ’s H e a rt h O v e n B a k e ry,
Middle Amana
319-622-3439
Homemade breads and pastries baked in
the only original hearth oven in the Amana
Colonies. Open April - October, TuesdaySaturday. Wednesday and Saturday only in
November, December and March. Open at
7:00 a.m.
Find locally made cheeses, bratwurst, and
baked goods next to European chocolates
and cookies. Enjoy a picnic by our gardens
or take home delicious foods found only
on our shelves. Closed Tuesdays.
The Herb Lady & Java Junction,
Amana
319-622-3868 or 319-622-4100
www.theherb-lady.com
Two unique shops in the heart of Amana.
The Herb Lady – much more than herbs.
Java Junction – open at 8am, the Colonies
original ‘Kaffeehaus.” Experience exceptional
quality and a sincere welcome.
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Handcrafted to perfection...
Wine & Beer
A c k e rman Wi n e ry, A m a n a
319-622-3379
www.ackermanwinery.com
Award Winning Wines ~ from sweet
& fruity to dry & hearty. Iowa’s oldest
operating winery. Enjoy a self-guided
tour of our cellar. Gifts include wine
accessories, glasses and racks.
Collectively Iowa, Amana
319-622-3698
[email protected]
www.collectivelyiowa.com
Amana’s newest experience! Savor
our unique Iowa made wines, custom
blended fresh roasted coffee and
choose gifts made exclusively by Iowa
artisans. Adjacent to Amana Meat
Shop & Smokehouse.
E h r l e B ro t h e r s W i n e ry a n d
A l m a ’s Wa s h h o u s e , H o m e s t e a d
319-622-3241
H e r i t a g e Wi n e ,
Cheese & Jelly Haus
S a n d s t o n e Wi n e ry,
Amana
Amana
319-622-3564
319-622-3081
Award Winning Ackerman Wines.
Large varieties of imported and
domestic cheeses. Tasting available.
Hundreds of jellies and other tasty
and unique food items. Specializing
in gift boxes and baskets.
M i l l s t re a m B re w i n g C o . ,
Amana
319-622-3672
[email protected]
Iowa’s oldest microbrewery.
Award-winning premium beers and
famous Old Time Root Beer. Visit our
hospitality room for samples. View
the brewing and bottling process
and enjoy our outdoor Biergarten.
Open daily.
Amana Colonies’ original winery.
Our gift shop features factory-direct
pottery and assorted gifts. Open daily
June through mid-October. Limited
hours November through May.
In a 150 year old home, taste a
variety of whole fruit, homemade
wines made in old colony tradition.
Austrian lead crystal. German
nutcrackers and smokers. Other items.
V i l l a g e Vi n t n e r, A m a n a
319-622-3181
Located across the street from the
Amana Heritage Museum. Featuring
a wide variety of wines made in the
Amanas. Open daily May through
December. Limited hours January
through April.
V i l la ge Wi n e ry, A m a n a
319-622-3448 or 800-731-7142
[email protected]
www.thevillagewinery.com
Sample wines produced in our
cellar or browse through our gift shop
which features a large selection of
collectibles. Open daily.
CollectivelyIowa
A collection of hand-crafted wines,
coffees, and gifts from Iowa artisans
Visit Our Wine Gallery
• Sample and purchase wines from wineries across Iowa
• Learn about Iowa wineries, wine makers, and their wines
• Discover new grape varieties developed to thrive in our
cold climate
• Try out table wines vinted from grapes grown in Iowa
• Taste classic fruit and berry wines
• Browse our unique array of gifts and home decor
• Know the Iowa artisans who created them
Relax in our Coffee Studio
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Try out coffees custom roasted on site
Define your personal roast profile
Take home coffees roasted to your personal tastes
Listen to music and learn about Iowa musicians; some
world famous and some lessor known
4515 F Street • Amana, IA 52203 • 319-622-3698
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Gift Boxes & Baskets
Many favorites starting
at $9.95
or design your own
custom package
Walk Through Tour
of the Wine Cellar.
Over 300 Awards in National
and International Competitions
Heritage
Wine
Cheese
&
Jelly Haus
Tasting Room
Grape Wines
Fruit Wines
Blends
Catawba
Concord
Merlot
Niagara
Pinot Grigio
Riesling
Shiraz
White Zinfandel
Apple
Apricot
Blackberry
Black Raspberry
Cherry
Cranberry
Dandelion
Peach
Plum
Red Raspberry
Rhubarb
Strawberry
Lover’s
Cranberry/Plum
Autumn Blend
Cranberry/Apple
American Pride
Cranberry/Concord
• Tasting Room
• Award Winning Ackerman Wine
• Domestic & Imported Cheeses
• Jellies - Jams - Mustards - Honeys
• Vinegars - Oils - Sausages
• Many, Many Food Items
• Kitchen Gadgets
• Metal Collector Signs
4402 220th Trail, Amana, Iowa
319-622-3564
4406 220th Trail, Amana, IA
319-622-3379
www.ackermanwinery.com
Handicap Accessible Shop
Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm
Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-5pm
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Not another cookie cutter getaway...
Accommodations
Full service hotels, condos and quaint B&B’s…
the Amana Colonies has the perfect escape for you with lodging as
unique as the Colonies themselves. This is not another cookie-cutter
getaway! Whether you’re coming for a day or a week, whether you’re
here for a business meeting or for a golf outing, there is the perfect
place for you to rest after a long day of work or play.
BED & BREAKFASTS
A n n i e ’s G a rd e n
Guest House, Amana
319-622-6854 or 866-622-6854
[email protected]
www.timeandtides.com
B a b i ’s B e d & B re a k f a s t ,
South Amana
319-662-4381 or 866-752-5286
[email protected]
www.babisbnb.com
A ten-acre country retreat: woods,
meadows, walking paths and fire-pit.
Five-room guest house: separate
entrances, private baths. Full, familystyle breakfast served in a 1915 farmhouse. Turn of the century antiques.
The Cloister Haus, Middle
Amana
319-622-6091 or 800-996-6964
[email protected]
www.thecloisterhaus.net
D i e H e i m a t C o u n t ry I n n
B e d & B re a k f a s t ,
Homestead
319-622-3937 or 888-613-5463
www.dheimat.com
R a w s o n ’s B e d & B re a k f a s t ,
Homestead
319-622-6035 or 800-637-6035
www.amanacolonies.com/rawson
Experience a charming 50 year
tradition, stay in the Colonies premier
B&B. Enjoy our all-you-can-eat buffet
breakfast with authentic Amana ambience, hand-pieced quilts and Midwest
hospitality and Australian charm.
Charming, historic, award-winning
brick home with seven guest rooms
with private baths, cable TV, VCR’s,
video library, full breakfast. Featuring
in-ground swimming pool, wi-fi,
whirlpool, fireplace suites. Surprisingly
reasonable prices.
Dusk to Dawn
B e d & B re a k f a s t ,
Middle Amana
R o s e ’s P l a c e
B e d & B re a k f a s t , M i d d l e
Amana
319-622-3029 or 800-669-5773
[email protected]
www.AmanaDusktoDawn.com
319-622-6097 or 877-767-3233
www.amanacolonies.com/rosesbb
Lovely bed and breakfast in historic
district. Seven non-smoking rooms
with private baths. Hot tub on deck
in secluded setting with a full, familystyle breakfast.
Lace Lodging, Amana
319-622-3097 or 888-877-4893
[email protected]
www.lacelodging.googlepages.com
Spacious three room suite, with
old Amana charm. Sleep up to five.
Private entrance, kitchenette, sitting
room, located in the heart of Amana.
Easy walking to various shops and
restaurants.
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Beautifully restored Amana Sunday
School built in 1870 and used until
1981. Full home cooked breakfast
served family-style. Queen beds,
private baths, large common area,
TVs, antique furnishings. $75 + tax.
V illage Guest Suite and
V illage Custom Floral,
Amana
319-622-6690 or 866-624-6690
[email protected]
www.villageguestsuite.com
Three beautiful suites in renovated
1865 Amana home. Elegant main
floor suite with Jacuzzi and spacious
upstairs connecting suites. Continental
breakfast offered, special winter packages, custom floral arrangements
available.
Rawson
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Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy authentic Amana ambience in
our 1854 Country Inn. Snuggle under
a hand-pieced quilt in a cozy room.
Meet guests from around the world at
our full buffet, homemade breakfast.
888.613.5463
Homestead, Iowa
319-622-3937
www.dheimat.com
Premier B&B of the
Amana Colonies
A Bed & Breakfast for All Seasons
1862 Brick Home • Whirlpool/Fireplace Suites
Private Baths • Full Breakfast • Antiques Furnishings
Air Conditioning • Color TV/VHS/DVD
In-ground pool • Charming for Rehearsals,
Weddings, Family Reunions and Meetings
Gift Certificates Available
4424 V Street • P.O. Box 56
Homestead, IA 52236
(319) 622-6035 • 1-800-637-6035
www.amanacolonies.com/rawson/
a country retreat
Bábi’s
Bed & Breakfast
Secluded farmstead
in the heart of the Colonies.
Ten acres of woods and meadows.
Five rooms in guesthouse,
each with private bath and AC.
Family style full breakfast.
2788 Highway 6 Trail – South Amana 52334
866-752-5286 (Toll Free)
Email: [email protected]
Visit our website: www.babisbnb.com
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v o n E s s e n C a rr i a g e H o u s e ,
Amana
Amana Colonies
H o l i d a y I n n / Wa s s e r b a h n
Wa t e r p a r k R e s o rt
I-80, Amana Colonies
Exit 225
319-622-6338 or 800-568-6333
[email protected]
Offers a suite of rooms at a daily
or weekly rate. Separate bedroom
and living area with private bath
and kitchen. Located in an 1867
built residential home.
319-622-6222 or 800-383-3636
www.amanagolfcourse.com
Located adjacent to Amana Colonies
Golf Club, these condominiums provide
spectacular views of the course and
surrounding countryside. The fully
furnished units feature free wireless
Internet and many thoughtful amenities.
319-668-1175 or 800-633-9244
[email protected]
www.wasserbahn.com
Comfort and convenience for family
and business travelers. Meeting facilities
accommodate small or large groups.
Wasserbahn Waterpark and mini-golf
are family-friendly. Distinctive shopping
and restaurants within walking distance.
Motorcoach/groups welcome.
HOTELS/MOTELS
Amana Colonies Guest
House Motel, Amana
319-622-3599 or 877-331-0828
A comfortable, convenient overnight
stay located in the heart of Amana.
38 beautiful rooms, air-conditioned,
phone, TV with HBO and new tubshower combinations. We invite
you to stay with us.
Heritage Inn Amana
Colonies Hotel & Suites
I-80, Amana Colonies Exit 225
319-668-2700
www.heritageinnamanacolonies.com
7
Rose’s Place B & B
3
Village Guest Suite
3
von Essen Carriage House
1
HOTELS/
MOTELS
Amana Colonies
Guest House Motel
38
Amana Colonies Holiday Inn
Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort
150
Colony Oaks Condominiums
21
Heritage Inn Amana Colonies
Hotel & Suites
61
Zuber’s Homestead Hotel
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Accepted
Television
in Room
Breakfast
Pets Allowed
(with restrictions)
Children
Non-Smoking
Open Year
Round
Handicapped
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Whirlpool
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Rawson’s B & B
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M, V
Pool
Lace Lodging
full
Senior Discounts
7
14 yrs +
Group Rates
Dusk to Dawn B & B
M, V
Handicapped Rooms
18
full
Pets Allowed
(with restrictions)
Die Heimat Country Inn B & B
16 yrs +
Non-Smoking
3
Restaurant/Lounge
The Cloister Haus
Continental
Breakfast
5
Water Park
Bábi’s B & B
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Annie’s Garden Guest House
Private Baths
A 100% smoke free hotel located at
I-80 Amana Exit #225. Heated indoor
pool and spa. High-speed wireless
Internet. Elevator. Heritage Inn is the
newest hotel located at this exit.
No. of Rooms
BED AND
BREAKFASTS
Colony Oaks at the
Amanas, Middle Amana
M, V, A, D
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Z u b e r ’s H o m e s t e a d H o t e l ,
Homestead
319-622-3911 or 888-623-3911
www.zubershomesteadhotel.com
Looking for a great room in Amana?
Family owned and completely
renovated Amana Colonies original 1890's
hotel. Fifteen guest rooms designed with
old world charm and all the modern
amenities. Spacious rooms, comfortable
sitting areas, breakfast buffet.
AREA HOTELS/MOTELS
B e s t We s t e rn
I-80, Exit 220, Williamsburg
319-668-9777
C re s t M o t e l
319-668-1522 or 866-819-8329
S u d b u ry C o u rt M o t e l
& RV P a r k
2211 Hwy 6 Trail, Marengo
319-642-5411
www.sudburycourt.com
Super 8
319-668-9718
In the Heart of Amana
We invite you to visit the seven unique Amana Colonies. While you are here,
you will find our Guest House Motel a comfortable, convenient overnight stay.
Enjoy the nostalgic charm of our 125 year old Sandstone Home with twelve lovely rooms that capture the warm memories of the past. If you prefer a more traditional stay, we also offer 26 motel
rooms. All 38 rooms are air conditioned and feature satellite TV with HBO. No Pets Please.
4712 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
Next to the Visitors Center in Amana
319-622-3599 • TOLL FREE 1-877-331-0828
Village
Guest
Suite
Located in historic
Amana on the “back street,”
we offer a setting for a relaxing
and quiet evening’s stay in a
historic 1856 residence.
“Thank you,
thank you!
4312 F Street
What a beautiful
Amana, Iowa
Bed & Breakfast!
Exactly what
I think of when
www.villageguestsuite.com
looking for this
kind of ‘home
away from home.’
You so have the
touch! This trip
was a one of a
kind and one I
will treasure in
memories.” Connie,
Tecumseh, KS
866.624.6690
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A DISTINCTIVE BED AND BREAKFAST EXPERIENCE
An 1860’s Amana residence
just minutes from the golf
course, shops, restaurants,
museums and bike trail
7 rooms with private baths
and air conditioning
Hot tub on secluded deck
in a very private back yard
Full family style breakfast
served at 8am
2616 K Street
Middle Amana, IA
52307
(800) 669-5773
(319) 622-3029
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bring back quality...it never left
Arts & Craftsmanship
Around here, quality is a
passion, not an option.
You will find proud craftsmanship abounds in the
Amana Colonies, from furniture shops, to nationally
renowned basket weavers to watercolorists and
coppersmiths. Both traditional and contemporary
arts flourish in the Colonies. Local artists open up
their studios and galleries for tours throughout the
travel season. If you prefer hands-on; try a class at
the Amana Arts Guild - they’ll help you make
quality your passion as well.
The Amana Colonies...
Made by Hand
On any given day in the Amana Colonies you
will find the crafters of the Amana Furniture
Shop building solid wood furniture in their
Amana workshop or artist Jenise Catiri in her
studio at Catiri’s Art Oasis creating exquisite
glass jewelry and art glass.
You’ll find Joanna Schanz or one of her
protégés weaving willow baskets at the Broom
and Basket Shop. While in the 150-year-old
former village church in West Amana, you’ll
find watercolorist Michele Maring Miller at
her easel in the sunny studio and gallery
painting her signature watercolors. You see,
creating by hand exceptional fine art and folk
art is the Amana Colonies way.
Nowhere in the Midwest are there as many
furniture-makers, woodcrafters, weavers,
painters, potters, sculptors, quilters, glassmakers and metalworkers. With so many
artists and craftspeople at work, the Amana
Colonies art and craft scene is a vibrant testimony to a 153-year-old tradition of handcrafted pride.
“Here in the Amana Colonies, arts and
crafts are just part of our daily way of life,”
explained painter Gordon Kellenberger,
founder of the Amana Arts Guild. “Well,
Amana has a nurturing environment to work
in, and our community shows support for the
arts and the folks involved in the arts support
each other. I think Amana’s rich cultural heritage also carries over into the arts and crafts
today.”
Pride in excellent workmanship and
high quality became standard in communal
Amana craft shops where no one received a
wage or salary. Everyone, from the most highly skilled cabinetmaker to the apprentice
weaver, made goods for the good of the com-
munity and the joy they found in their work
became payment itself.
You can explore The Colonies’ art galleries,
furniture shops, metal working shops, and art
studios in the seven villages where Amana
artists and crafters continue the legacy of
those old Colony artisans by practicing the
traditional crafts in a contemporary context.
Meet quilter and designer Chris Davies of
Heritage Designs Quilting and Needlework
whose shop has become a destination for
devoted quilters and stitchers from all over
the country or Norman Schanz and son, Mike,
of Schanz Furniture and Refinishing who
build handcrafted furniture one piece ata time.
Davis and the Schanzes are just three of
the many full time, professional craftspeople
and artists at work in the Amana Colonies.
Norman Schanz explains what inspires him,
“Having built furniture since high school, it is
something I enjoy doing. Helping customers
with their needs and desires is rewarding.
To see a couple receive their custom-made
bedroom set – appreciating the quality.
Customers asking about and talking about
the next piece of furniture they would like
to design is a great feeling.”
In addition to the career artists there are
hobbyists who enjoy spending spare hours
in their workshops and studios. On winter
weekdays a group of quilters meets in an
upstairs room of the Middle Amana Church
to make Colony-style, comforter quilts for
charity. Bill Metz, a retired metalworker
whose pieces have been exhibited at the
White House and the Smithsonian, spends
afternoons in his cellar tinshop making cookie cutters and other tinware for sale in local
shops. Working quietly at home in basement
workshops and backyard studios, these artists
give expression to personal and community
beliefs through their handwork.
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“I believe that heritage is alive and strong
in our crafts today,” explained Amana
Furniture’s Bruce Trumpold. “That heritage
should be our guiding light in going forward.
But we must be aware that the tie to our
heritage does not mean that we must be
stuck in the past. New designs, new crafts
and new ideas are as much a part of past success as anything else. We must push forward
and make sure that ‘Amana ingenuity’ is part
of our future as well.”
To that end, Amana artists and crafters
are exploring original forms of fine art and
functional craftwork. AJ’s Metal Art Gallery
exhibits copper, brass and stainless steel
sculptures created by Anthony Patti and
company in his workshop. These highly
imaginative and whimsical sculptures by
Patti are just one example of the exuberant
creativity at play in the Amanas. Another
example – Fern Hill’s in-house designer,
Stephanie Brandenburg, has created her own
line of Fern Hill textiles in partnership with
Camelot Cottons. Her bold, garden-inspired
designs are a reflection of this spirit of
innovation.
For all Amana Colonies artists and craftspeople, pride in the Handcrafted in the
Amana Colonies label is key. “Our reputation
for quality and craftsmanship is well known
and talked about,” said Trumpold. “I am very
proud of the Amana name . . . Visiting with
folks in our shop it’s evident that in their
minds, ‘Handcrafted in the Amana Colonies’
indicates that the product is truly made here
and will be of high quality and a good value.
My job is to maintain that quality and value
so that our reputation remains strong.”
Kellenberger, whose paintings of Amana
and of rural landscapes have been displayed
across America, added this when asked about
the Made in the Amana Colonies label,
“There is a great deal of joy and satisfaction in
creating something from an idea or thought .
. . there is excitement and challenge in the
creative process. To me, Amana means quality
over quantity; a place where people take their
time to do things as well as possible. Here
good craftsmanship is appreciated and
rewarded.”
Proudly Handcrafted in the
Look for the Handcrafted in the Amana
Colonies logo in various businesses throughout
the Colonies for products made right here by
local artists, wineries, crafters and artisans.
A J ’s M e t a l A rt G a l l e ry, A m a n a
A m a n a A rt s G u i l d , H i g h A m a n a
319-622-3207
[email protected]
www.AJsCopperGarden.com
319-622-3678 [email protected]
www.amanaartsguild.com
Amazing metal sculptures will bring
out the smiles, as you stroll through
a beautiful water garden and gallery
filled with “one-of-a-kind” garden
frogs, dragonflies and more.
Amana Colonies non-profit arts council
offers workshops and classes for
adults and children. Sponsors art
festival and shows. Gallery features
handmade folk arts by local artisans.
A J ’s i n H o m e s t e a d , H o m e s t e a d
A m a n a F u rn i t u r e a n d
Clock Shop, Amana
319-622-6840
[email protected]
www.AJsCopperGarden.com
319-622-3291 or 800-247-5088
[email protected]
www.amanafurniture.com
New 2008 metal sculpture studio. Awardwinning sculptors create unique metal
artwork everyday. Artists’ studios and
metal sculpture gallery onsite. Come see
it yourself! Buy direct from the artists.
Amana Colonies’ original furniture
shop. Handcrafters of solid walnut, oak
and cherry furniture and clocks in traditional, original and custom designs.
Iowa’s largest clock shop! Showroom
and workshop gallery open year-round.
B ro o m a n d B as ke t S h o p,
Amana
319-622-3311
Brooms and baskets locally made in
West Amana. Unique solid wood gift
products made by Schanz Furniture
in South Amana. Basketmaking
demonstrated occasionally.
B ro o m a n d B a s k e t S h o p ,
We s t A m a n a
319-622-3315
Watch broom making and basket making when artisans are working. Closed
Sundays and holidays. Next door to
Philip Dickel Basket Museum Gallery –
exhibit open May to October.
Location 48 on map on page 42.
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C a t i r i ’s A rt O a s i s , A m a n a
www.catiriart.com
A true fine art oasis. Enjoy the Catiri’s
incredible glass works along with over
100 of the most talented Iowa and
regional artists working in various
mediums. NICHE Award recipient!
C re a t i v e C o l o n y, A m a n a
Solid walnut rocker, 11 feet tall,
670 pounds. Unique wood products.
Between Broom and Basket Shop and
Philip Dickel Basket Museum Gallery.
Closed Sundays and holidays.
Heritage Designs Quilting
& Needlework, Amana
319-622-3887
[email protected]
Handcrafted gifts and home décor
made exclusively by Iowa artisans.
“From our home to yours.” Open
daily March through December; open
Friday, Saturday and Sunday during
January and February.
Over 3000 fabrics from contemporary
to traditional. Original designs including patterns by local artists. Beautiful
selection of Dovo scissors and other
unique accessories. Quilting, Crossstitch, Hardanger, Tatting, Punch needle. Open daily.
C u s t o m C u t l e ry & I ro n w o r k s ,
Amana
Michele Maring Miller
S t u d i o / G a l l e ry, We s t A m a n a
www.customcutlery.com
www.maringmillergallery.com
Quality ironwork hand forged on site.
Home accessories. Handcrafted knives
for kitchen and sport. Industrial Machine
Shop Museum. Open year round.
Award-winning artist at work in her
spacious and peaceful studio and
gallery. Located in an 1871 sandstone
church in the center of the village of
West Amana. Small room of antiques.
319-622-3753
Giant Rocker and We s t A m a n a
Wo o d S h o p , We s t A m a n a
319-622-3315
M i n i - A m e r i c a n a B a rn
Museum, South Amana
319-622-3058
Old Creamery Theatre Company
On the Main Stage:
The Honky Tonk Angels, April 17 - May 25
Meet three ladies who leave their everyday lives to
pursue their dream of singing in Nashville. Special
Alert: Molly Hammer, The Old Creamery's own Patsy
Cline, will be back to star in this production!
The Nerd, May 30 - June 29
To celebrate our 20th anniversary in Amana, we’re
bringing back a hit comedy from our very first season
in The Colonies.
Clue: The Musical, July 17 - August 24
Based on the classic board game, this musical whodone-it actually lets the audience play along during
the show!
Leaving Iowa, September 5 - October 5
Have you ever taken a road trip with your family?
Then you will love Leaving Iowa. In this heart-warming
comedy, a middle-aged writer relives the summers he
used to spend trapped in the back seat of a station
wagon on crazy family vacations.
Whose Wives are They Anyway?
October 10 - November 16
In this zany farce, David and John are two executives
who just want to spend a quiet weekend golfing, but
their world is turned upside down when their new boss
shows up at the country club.
Nuncrackers, November 21 - December 21
If you liked Nunsense, then you won’t want to miss
the Little Sisters of Hoboken as they return to The Old
Creamery's stage to put their patented spin on celebrating the holidays.
On the Depot Stage:
Rounding Third, May 1 - May 25
Follow the journey of two little league coaches – one the
veteran, the other the newbie. Enjoy as each teaches the
other that baseball may be everything, but it is not the
only thing.
Songs of Dorothy Fields, August 7 - August 31
Celebrate the life and work Dorothy Fields, an American
lyricist who wrote over 400 songs for Broadway musicals
and films. Works include “On the Sunny Side of the
Street”, “The Way You Look Tonight”, and “There's No
Business Like Show Business”. A special one-person
musical.
Special Events in 2008:
Creme de la Creamery, April 12
Join us for our second annual Crème de la Creamery:
This fundraising event will kick off our 37th season as a
not-for-profit theatre in Iowa. The evening will be filled
wiht desserts, drinks, and entertainment including a
special sneak preview of The Honky Tonk Angels.
Summer Fare: The Brett Family Singers, July 10 - 12
Direct from Branson, meet a fabulous family of five, all
who have dynamic solo voices that when combined, create breath-taking harmony. The Brett Family Singers is
an experience that goes beyond entertainment to inspire
and uplift. In addition to the show, your experience
includes dinner with the family in our courtyard.
Ghost Stories, October 25 - 30
This event has become a regular part of our expansion
series, and a favorite with patrons.Celebrate Halloween
at the theatre for a fun night of cocoa, costumes, and
spooky tales.
The Creamery Cabaret,
third Saturday of the month, June - November
This show will have it all: music, comedy, improv.
Join us each month as we showcase different talents!
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P e r s o n a l i z e d Wo o d P ro d u c t s
(Powder House), Amana
[email protected]
www.personalizedwoodproducts.
googlepages.com
Using your photo(s) we create a personal photo-mount sculpture. Your unique
keepsake is analyzed, handcrafted on
walnut and finished for your enjoyment.
Located in the historic Powder House.
S c h a n z F u rn i t u re a n d
Refinishing Shop, South Amana
319-622-3529
www.SchanzFurniture.com
Custom built furniture in your choice of
woods: walnut, cherry and oak. Furniture
on floor for sale. Furniture repaired and
refinished plus chair caning and seatweaving. Closed Sundays and holidays.
Tr o y R i c h a rd T h o m a s A rt
G a l l e ry a n d S t u d i o , H o m e s t e a d
319-622-3078
von Essen Galerie, Amana
319-622-6338 or 800-568-6333
[email protected]
Located in an 1867 built residential home.
A unique fine art gallery including fine
porcelain, pottery, jewelry, hand-blown glass
and the unusual. Our specialty is custom
framing Authorized P Buckley Moss dealer.
Schanz Furniture &
Refinishing Shop
Custom Built Furniture
in Your Choice of Woods
www.schanzfurniture.com
Visit our workshop and see new
furniture being built, old furniture
being repaired and refinished,
as well as caning
and seatweaving.
East of South
Amana on Hwy 6
2773 Hwy 6 Trail
South Amana, IA 52334
319-622-3529
Open:
MondaySaturday
8am-5pm
Schanz
Lumbar Chair
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Housed in the warm and
inspiring old church
in the heart of West Amana.
Nestled between
6th and 7th Avenue
off of F Street
Michele
Maring Miller
Studio & Gallery
611 F Street
West Amana, IA
319.622.6330
www.maringmillergallery.com
Hours
Wed.-Sun. 10-5 pm
By Appt. Dec. 26-Apr. 30
Heritage Designs
Quilting & Needlework
OPEN DAILY
MON-SAT 9-5 SUN 11-4
Supplies and Accessories
614 46TH AVENUE AMANA, IA 52203
NEXT TO VISITORS CENTER IN HISTORIC AMANA
319.622.3887 [email protected]
3500 FABRICS
CONTEMPORARY
TO TRADITIONAL
KITS
BOOKS & PATTERNS
NOTIONS & UNIQUE
ACCESSORIES
CROSS-STITCH
TATTING
DOVO SCISSORS
FEATURED LOCAL
DESIGNERS
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Enjoy a great treasure hunt...
Antiques
Looking for great treasures?
Look no further than the Amana Colonies. Our communal
history has created a wealth of antiques unique to the
Amana Colonies. Browse through communal era homes,
kitchens and barns to find one-of-a-kind treasures.
If antique tractors and other farm implements are your
passion, head over to West Amana to visit Opa’s Tractor
Barn. Great communal Colony furniture, baskets and tin;
coupled with original surface furniture, quilts, Depression
glass, Minneapolis-Moline tractors and Americana make
the Amana Colonies your antique destination!
C r i c k e t o n t h e H e a rt h
A n t i q u e s , We s t A m a n a
O p a ’s Tr a c t o r B a rn M u s e u m ,
We s t A m a n a
319-622-3088
Walk through an 1883 barn with
hand-pegged chestnut beams.
Agricultural history memorabilia,
Minneapolis-Moline, barnyard in
miniature and more. America’s
agricultural past preserved for the
future. Seasonal 10am-4pm.
An 1869 communal kitchen house
provides the setting for this eclectic
mix of antiques. A little out of the way,
but definitely out of the ordinary!
Wednesdays-Sundays, 10am-5pm.
Das Nachbar Haus
319-622-3388
[email protected]
E re n b e rg e r A n t i q u e s , A m a n a
319-622-3230
Primitive original surface furniture and
small antique items displayed in a
home that was built in 1856. A must
see shop if you like country, primitives
and Americana.
J o h n s o n ’s L i t t l e A m a n a
Antiques
319-668-8301
[email protected]
Noé Haus Antiques, Amana
319-622-4075
[email protected]
www.noehausantiques.com
Voted best antique shop in Iowa
County and the Amana Colonies in
2007. Original painted surface furniture and smalls, folk art, quilts, coverlets, oil paintings and much more.
R e n a t e ’s A n t i q u e G a l l e ry,
Amana
Smokehouse
Square Antiques
Nationally known shop with an incredible
selection of quality antiques at great pricing.
With 44 dealers, we offer a huge variety,
so shop often...the inventory is always
changing. Located on Amana’s quiet
back street next to the meat market.
4503 F Street • Amana, IA 52203
319-622-3539
319-622-3859
Renate’s is located next to Erenberger
Antiques. The shop features a large
selection of pottery, country primitives, furniture, rugs, wooden boxes,
bowls and more. Eight rooms for your
exploring fun!
S m o k e h o u s e S q u a re
Antiques, Amana
319-622-3539
Featuring early paint primitives,
decoys, art, pottery, toys, textiles,
folk art, art glass, jewelry, Depression
Glass, advertising, architectural, garden, postcards, holiday collectibles,
kitchenware and the unusual. Open
daily.
Can’t get enough antique shopping in the Amana Colonies?
Stop by these businesses for additional displays of antiques:
Ash Lynn Glitz, Amana
Fern Hill Gifts & Quilts, South Amana
Michele Maring Miller Studio/Gallery, West Amana
Olde World Lace Shoppe, Amana
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Noé Haus
Antiques
Main Street, Amana – Open Daily
319-622-4 0 7 5
www.noehausantiques.com
Unique shops – none of which
are coming to a mall near you...
Shopping
SHOPPING
A m a n a G e n e r a l S t o re ,
Amana
319-622-7650 or 800-418-8318
www.AmanaGeneralStore.com
Amana’s original store since 1858 features a wide variety of gifts, specialty
foods, locally made wine, Amana food
products, cookbooks, cards, and more.
A m a n a Wo o l e n M i l l , A m a n a
319-622-3432 or 800-222-6430
www.AmanaWoolenMill.com
Visit Iowa’s only operating woolen mill
and see how famous Amana® wool and
cotton blankets are made. Sweaters,
apparel and personalized embroidery
arealso available. Bus/RV parking.
Open daily.
A s h Ly n n G l i t z , A m a n a
319-622-5115
[email protected]
www.ashlynnglitz.com
A quaint shop on the main street offering
an extensive collection of sterling silver
chains and Native American Turquoise.
Experience our unique hunting memorabilia featuring Winchester, Colt, etc.
Gifts and antiques.
The Christmas Room, Amana
319-622-3692 or 888-516-7769
Now located in the Amana General
Store. Featuring Pipka, Dept. 56, Byers
Choice, Fontanini and a wide variety of
holiday ornaments and trims.
T h e C l o t h e s E n c o u n t e r,
Amana
319-622-3648
Look and feel great wearing something
special! A quaint boutique featuring
women’s collections of casual and contemporary clothing. Accessorize with our
unique pieces of jewelry. Located inside
the Ronneburg Restaurant.
F e rn H i l l G i f t s & Q u i l t s ,
South Amana
319-622-3627
[email protected]
www.fernhill.net
Handmade Iowa quilts, antique quilts,
fabric and Fern Hill original fabric, architectural antiques, antique furniture, artist
bears, gifts, cards, home decorating,
garden, florals, sweets and beverages.
Three brimming floors! Open all year.
Forget the mall, ditch
the catalogs, and come
experience shopping the
Amana Colonies way!
H i g h A m a n a G e n e r a l S t o re ,
High Amana
319-622-3232
www.amanaheritage.org
This original 1858 village store looks
much as it did 100 years ago and offers
a variety of merchandise. Operated
by the Amana Heritage Society.
Open daily April through October.
Kitchen Sink, Amana
319-622-3227
[email protected]
High quality gourmet kitchenware,
cookware, glassware, crockery, baskets,
linens, knives, pot racks, wine racks,
gadgets, decorative accessories, cookie
cutters, cookbooks, coffee, tea, spices,
specialty foods, bakeware, local products. Open daily year-round.
Lehm Books & Gifts, Amana
319-622-6447 or 800-840-2387
[email protected]
www.lehmbooksandgifts.com
Books and gifts for all ages. Dolls,
tractor items, Jim Shore, Cherished
Teddies, Foundations Angels, scrapbooking, puzzles, cards, holiday items
and much more. Special orders
welcomed. Open daily.
L i t t l e A m a n a G e n e r a l S t o re
and Wo o l e n s
319-668-2744 or 800-779-4152
Old fashioned store setting features
delicious Amana food products,
gourmet foods, famous Amana®
blankets, apparel, swimwear and a
large variety of gifts and collectibles.
Open daily.
L i t t l e R e d Wa g o n - K i d ’s S t u ff ,
Amana
319-622-3822
www.AmanaGeneralStore.com
Unique toy store for all ages. Browse
through our fun collection of nostalgic
toys, as well as books, puzzles, games,
and more. Located next to the Amana
General Store.
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Olde World Lace Shoppe, Amana
S c h n i t z e l ’s E c k , A m a n a
319-622-3097
[email protected]
www.oldeworldlace.com
319-622-3359
[email protected]
CONVENIENCE
A m a n a C a s e y ’s , A m a n a
319-622-3270
www.caseys.com
European and domestic lace curtains,
doilies, tablecloths. Custom blinds.
Baptismal gowns. Bobbin Lace supplies.
Browse our vintage area. Enjoy a stay in
our lodging suite, see Bed & Breakfast
listings.
German pyramids, smokers, steins,
nutcrackers, Steiff, Wendt & Kuhn,
pewter, incense, ornaments, Colony
Candleworks candles and accessories,
Schleich, Fenton, toys, games, puzzles,
plush, cards, jewelry, candy, fudge, ice
cream. Open daily year-round.
Red Geranium, Amana
Ya n a ’s B o u t i q u e , A m a n a
L i t t l e A m a n a C a s e y ’s ,
I-80, Exit 225
319-622-3623
www.ChristmasRoom.com
319-622-3680
[email protected]
319-668-2868
www.caseys.com
Come visit this enchanting shop
featuring custom silk and fresh florals,
Yankee Candles, garden décor and
other seasonally adjusted home
décor ideas.
Featuring classic and novelty apparel.
Find great selection of jackets for casual
or special occasions. Accessorize with
scarves, belts, purses and fun jewelry.
German made comfort shoes coming
this spring.
Krispy Kreme donuts, ATM machine,
lottery tickets, groceries, snacks,
cappuccino, fresh ground coffee,
cold beer and pop.
Don’t flip
through a magazine,
walk through one…
at Fern Hill
Nordy’s Subs & Salads, Casey’s homemade donuts, fresh ground coffee, ATM
machine, groceries, snacks, lottery
tickets, cappuccino, cold beer and pop.
Fern Hill...
Saunter up the steps
• Antiques
• Quilts
• 3500 bolts of fabric
• Original and custom
floral design
• Garden & Gifts
• Home Decor
of Fern Hill and lose
yourself in the feeling.
Fern Hill offers a
creative edge in
displaying the beauty of
the antiques that once
graced sacred places like
home and church. The array
of architectural antiques is
unprecedented in this area and
will take your mind on a journey. Journey
back to laughing days of summer swinging on
an old porch or snowy days, learning to
quilt with Grandma by a warm fire.
Whatever the season, Fern Hill welcomes
• Original art
• Consultations
• Architectural
Antiques
you and encourages you to create with them.
Make your first quilt or let Fern Hill
design one for you. Dream about your home
décor and let us make it happen. Fern Hill
will make your visit to the Amana Colonies
special. Fern Hill can help you make your
sacred place in your own
home or garden.
Fern Hill, off the beaten path in the village of
SOUTH Amana on the corner of Hwys 6 and 220
Open daily • 319.622.3627 • www.fernhill.net
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Imported &
Domestic Laces
Baptismal Gowns
Doilies, Tablecloths & Curtains
German Lace, Bobbin Lace Supplies
Custom Draperies and
Vertical Blinds
Explore our
Vintage
Areas
P.O. Box 258
617 45th Ave.
Amana, IA 52203
319.622.3097
[email protected]
www.oldeworldlace.com
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Lehm Books and Gifts
Books of all Kinds:
Children’s • Paper Dolls • Sports • Sticker & Activity
Books • Novels • Taste of Home Cookbooks • Amana
and Iowa Books • History • Religious/Inspirational
Gifts of all Kinds:
Jim Shore Figurines • Middleton Collector Dolls •
Porter Music Boxes and CDs • Ertl Tractors and other
Tractor items • Scrapbooking • Rubber Stamps •
Stencils • Puzzles • Greeting Cards • Frames • Mama
Says Figurines • Foundation Angels • Cherished
Teddies • Baby Gifts • Occational Gifts • Gifts
for all occasions and so much more!
4536 220th Trail in Amana
Special Orders Welcome!
Open Daily
319-622-6447
1-800-840-2387
Kitchen Sink
Quality gourmet kitchenware, linens,
coffee, tea, gourmet foods, gifts, glassware, cookbooks, cookware, gadgets,
knives, wine & pot racks, decorative
accessories and local products.
Featuring many German products.
319/622-3227
www.lehmbooksandgifts.com
HISTORIC LOOP • AMANA
Schnitzel’s Eck
Pyramids, Smokers,
Steins, Nutcrackers,
Steiff, Ornaments, Wendt
& Kuhn, Painted Pewter,
Incense and Pyramid
Candles
CANDLEWORKS
CANDY AND
TOY STORE
319/622-3359
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Even our scenery is handcrafted
by the hands of a higher power...
Recreation
Take a deep breath and relax...
this is the Amana Colonies, the pace is slower
here, the air a bit crisper, the colors of the
landscape a bit sharper.
Trails To fully appreciate the beauty of
the Colonies and Eastern Iowa, drive the
Amana Colonies Heritage Trail which
links the seven Amana villages via Highways 151, 6 and 220. Visit all seven villages, stop and see the sights, meet the
locals and enjoy the unique experience of
traveling one of the most scenic and historic drives in the Midwest. The trail twice
crosses the Millrace Canal and the Iowa
River and offers unspoiled views of the villages, Amana farm, prairie and wetlands.
Open year-round, the 3.1 mile
Kolonieweg Recreational Trail links the
villages of Amana and Middle Amana circling the Lily Lake and extending along the
historical Millrace canal. From the trail
you’ll see unmatched views of prairie and
lake, and gain a new perspective on
Amana’s 140-year-old canal. Much of the
trail is paved; however the stretch along the
canal levee is crushed limestone. As you
walk or bike the trail alongside the Lake
and Millrace, watch for bald eagles, geese,
ducks, beaver, muskrat, wild turkeys and
river otter. Access the trail via the Lily Lake
parking and picnic area on Highway 220
between Amana and Middle Amana or at
theAmana Depot in the village of Amana.
The rustic Amana Colonies Nature
Trail allows you to experience Amana on
the wild side as it winds through the
Amana forest and continues to the steep
bluffs overlooking the Iowa River. You can
walk the unpaved, woodland trail, or if
there is snow on the ground, bring your
cross-country skis and ski the 3.2 mile
trail. Prehistoric Native American mounds
and geologic features are noted on the trail,
but its appeal is more than educational, as
you will discover when you enter the forest
and continue down a path that is timeless.
The trailhead parking lot is located just
north of Homestead near the intersection
of Highways 151 and 6.
Golf The Amana Colonies Golf Club is
recognized as one of the top, 18-hole
championship courses in the Midwest and
perhaps one of the most scenic courses in
the region.
Open to the public, you can reserve your
tee-time, arrange for a group or business
outing, take lessons from staff pros and
practice your swing on what has to be one
of the most spectacular driving ranges anywhere. Or just relax in the clubhouse and
enjoy the view. The Amana Colonies Golf
Club offers lodging just steps away from
the course, dining at the Clubhouse and
can accommodate groups.
With five sets of tees, the course accommodates all skill levels, but whether you’re
a golf novice or club champ, you’ll be
impressed by the sheer beauty of this
pristine course.
Touring the Amana Colonies The Amana
Colonies by Car: an Audio Driving Tour is
aneasy to use CD; providing an entertaining,
point by point tour of the seven villages
while providing insights regarding life in
communal Amana and information about
Amana history, architecture and lore. The
CD is narrated by local residents and features an original musical soundtrack. The
CD can be purchased at many local shops
and at the Amana Colonies Visitor Center.
Take the Amana GPS Adventure. Stop
by the Amana Heritage Museum in the village of Amana and receive your first coordinates. You can use your car’s GPS system or
borrow a hand-held unit from the Museum.
Then follow as the coordinates lead you on
a chase around the Colonies. A great teaching tool for kids, the GPS Adventure concludes when you discover your token treasure. Contact the Amana Heritage Museum
at 316-622-3567 or www.amheritage.org
for additional information.
Take the Abend Galerie Tour the first
Friday evening of each month May September. Here’s a chance to explore
behind the scenes as Amana Colonies artisans open their galleries, workshops and
studios for this relaxed, self-guided, evening (Abend) tour. Refreshments are served
and there is no admission. Signs are posted
outside of galleries and workshops and you
can pick up a brochure with a map at the
Amana Colonies Visitor Center, the Amana
Arts Guild Center or a participating gallery.
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Put Your Amana Colony Plans
in the Hands of Those who
Know the Colonies Best
Colony
Visits...
Complete Receptive Services
for group visitors to the
Historic Amana Colonies
& Eastern Iowa Area
Heritage Destinations...
Group Tours from The Amana Colonies Area
to exciting destinations
We Offer:
• Custom Planned Packages
• A Variety of Ready-Made Packages to
choose from
• Group Planning Service/Group Tours
Our experienced
Host-Guides are
Colony Visits’ certified
Amana Colony Guides
who have lived the
Colony Traditions.
Phone: 319 622-6178 • Fax: 319 622-3958
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.colonyvisits.com
P.O. Box 99, Amana, IA 52203
Group Tours The Amana Colonies have
always been a favorite with groups of all
kinds. Whether you are here for a convention, family reunion, RV rally or on a motor
coach excursion, be sure to schedule a group
tour with one of our tour services. Step-on
guide services are offered by the Amana
Heritage Society, Colony Visits, the Colony
Inn, the Ox Yoke Inn and the Ronneburg
Restaurant. Group rates are available to
Amana Heritage Sites through the Amana
Heritage Society. Special programming is
often available to fit your group’s interests.
The Old Creamery Theatre Company offers
group rates and ticket packages.
Camping Pitch your tent, park your recreational vehicle, gather round the campfire camping at the Amana Colonies RV Park
offers you the opportunity to see and experience the villages from the comfort of your
campsite.
The Park is a 60-acre, full service campground located along Price Creek inthe heart
of the Amana Colonies just 1/2 mile from
the village of Amana. Enjoy level campsites,
full and partial hookups, showers and laundry and sanitary stations. The park offers
460 RV sites, as well as tent sites. Retail
store on site. Two, climate-controlled meeting and event facilities on the grounds. The
RV Park is open April - October with staff
on duty year-round to help you plan your
camping getaway, group camping trip or
large rally.
The Middle Amana Park, with selfregistration, electric hookups and freshwater available, the park offers fewer amenities
but has a quiet appeal and lush landscape.
LEISURE/RECREATION
Amana Colonies Golf Club
North of Middle Amana on 27th
Avenue
319-622-6222 or 800-383-3636
[email protected]
www.amanagolfcourse.com
The course features shining ponds, a
variety of wildlife, and striking scenery
that add to the aesthetic beauty and
enjoyment of the game. Consistently
ranked highly, the course has won
many national honors.
A m a n a C o l o n i e s RV P a r k a n d
E v e n t C e n t e r, A m a n a
319-622-7616 or 800-471-7616
[email protected]
www.amanarvpark.com
60-acre RV park and event center near
Amana. Full and water/electric hookups, showers, dump station, propane
and laundry. Store, free Wi-Fi. Buildings
ideal for group rallies or special events.
RV Park open April 15 – October 31.
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C o l o n y Vi s i t s …
Heritage Destinations
319-622-6178
[email protected]
www.colonyvisits.com
Receptive group services. We’re your
doorway to hospitality in the historical
Amana Colonies and the interesting
eastern Iowa area. All-inclusive tour
packages with step-on, meals, sight
seeing, etc.
S u d b u ry C o u rt
M o t e l & RV P a r k
2211 Hwy 6 Trail, Marengo
319-642-5411
[email protected]
www.sudburymotelandrv.com
Amana Colonies
Welcome German Companies
P
oised for success in the American
marketplace, two German companies,
Alb-Gold, makers of premium quality,
organic pasta, and Bionade, creators of
a new, organic soft drink; plan to build
production facilities here in the Amana
Colonies.
Their new facilities are expected to
be located west of the village of Amana
near the Amana Colonies RV Park.
The companies hope to break ground
May 2008.
The environmentally green facility
would be one of the first of its kind in
the nation; a plant constructed using
standards higher than those of the LEED
Green Building Rating System. The facilities would be surrounded by organically
cultivated gardens with an information
center, retail shop and small restaurant.
“We are proud to have Alb-Gold and
Bionade join the Amana Colonies with
their green facilities. These two companies fit very naturally with the Amana
tradition of high quality and outstanding
food products,” said Vic Rathje, Amana
Society, Inc.
A strong desire to produce foods
close to nature and to protect the environment drives both German companies
and prompted them to come to the
Amanas where fostering a rural way of
life and protecting the natural landscape
are part of Amana’s ethos.
And with plans in place to introduce Alb-Gold pasta and Bionade soft
drinks to Americans via national distribution and marketing, Peter Kowalsky,
Amana Colonies l 38
Executive Director, Bionade International, said, “We have been
searching for a Bionade production facility with conditions
related to our company philosophy. I believe we have found
a location for Bionade in the
United States that feels like
home. Amana is logistically
ideal and reflects the important requirements we have
been looking for, a natural
landscape, educated workforce and friendly people.”
SURROUNDING AREA
ATTRACTIONS
Library. Throw in a line at Lake Iowa,
near Millersburg or hike around the
scenic 600-acre park, 319-655-8465.
Ta n g e r O u t l e t C e n t e r
Cedar Rapids
www.tangeroutlet.com
www.cedar-rapids.com
At Tanger, every day is a sale day. Find
the latest fashions, home furnishings
and accessories at unbeatable prices.
Buy direct from over 55 brand name
stores. Located in Williamsburg,
Tanger Outlet Center is just minutes
from the Amana Colonies. Call
319-668-2885 or 800-406-2887
for information.
Just 17 miles north on highway 151,
Cedar Rapids offers a variety of cultural, historical and ethnic attractions,
including the National Czech and
Slovak Museum, Brucemore Mansion,
African American Historical Museum
and Cultural Center of Iowa, IMAX
Theatre, Cedar Rapids Museum of
Art and Ushers Ferry Historic Village.
Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball and
Rough Riders Hockey offer semiprofessional sports. Contact the
Cedar Rapids Area Convention &
Visitors Bureau at 319-398-5009
or 800-735-5557.
Historic Iowa County
www.co.iowa.ia.us
Just minutes to the west in Williamsburg, brick paved streets surround a
picturesque town square. Contact the
Chamber of Commerce at 319-6681500 for information about their unique
shops, outdoor aquatic center and recreation facilities. Step back in time at
the Pioneer Heritage Museum in nearby
Marengo, also home to a Carnegie
Iowa City and Coralville
www.iowacitycoralville.org
Home of the University of Iowa and
internationally recognized University of
Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City
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and Coralville are located 18 miles to
the east. The University of Iowa offers
several museums, including Iowa’s first
capital building. Downtown Iowa City
provides shopping, art, entertainment
and dining experiences. The Iowa
Children’s Museum is located in the
Coral Ridge Mall. Contact the Iowa
City/Coralville Convention & Visitors
Bureau at 319-337-6592 or
800-283-6592.
We s t B r a n c h
www.nps.gov/heho/
Located 30 miles east of Amana is the
home of our nation’s 31st president,
Herbert Hoover. Visit the changing
exhibits at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library/Museum and National
Historic Site. Another must see is
Hoover’s birthplace cottage, his father’s
blacksmith shop, Quaker Meeting
House and the grave sites of both
President and Mrs. Hoover. For more
information call 319-643-2541 or
319-643-5301.
Corridor Concierge
at the Eastern Iowa Airport
For all your travel, arts, entertainment and cultural information at the Eastern
Iowa Airport, look no further than the Corridor Concierge, located in the newly
renovated information station. Corridor Concierge provides travelers with
information about all the exciting things to see and do in the Eastern Iowa
Corridor, including Cedar Rapids, the Amana Colonies and Iowa
City/Coralville.
The Corridor Concierge is maintained by the Amana Colonies, Cedar Rapids,
Iowa City/Coralville Convention & Visitors Bureaus and the Iowa Cultural
Corridor Alliance. Along with up-to-date flight information, you can find out
what’s happening in the area and enjoy a great cup of coffee in a relaxing space.
Travelers can also purchase quality gifts from local artists. Be sure to stop by the
next time you fly through the Eastern Iowa Airport.
Experience the best of Iowa
in the Heart of the Saints!
Nestled in the heart of Eastern Iowa, along the Avenue of the Saints highway,
the Heart of the Saints features the best Iowa has to offer. The communities of
Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Amana Colonies, Coralville and Iowa
City welcome you! From north to south you will discover cultural attractions,
historical interests, gorgeous landscapes, fabulous entertainment and dining
experiences and much more. No need to travel far while visiting the Heart of
the Saints; each friendly community is no more than forty-five minutes away.
Whether you’re looking for metropolitan flare or quiet county roads,
The Heart of the Saints has it all.
Amana Colonies l 40
There is often a misconception that the people of the Amana Colonies
are Amish – this is not the case. The residents of the Colonies live a
contemporary lifestyle – you will not see horse-drawn buggies.
A Confusion of Identities
Two unique religious groups were attracted to the fertile agricultural
soil of southeast Iowa in the mid-1800’s: the Old Order Amish, in
1846, and the Community of True Inspiration in 1855.
Both groups sought isolated, sparsely populated areas with adequate economic opportunities, to preserve and develop their
respective separatist communities.
But the Amana people and the Old Order Amish are two distinct
groups with very different historical traditions and religious teachings. There is, furthermore, no ethnic relationship between the two
groups, nor has there been much interaction over the years.
Still, the fact that these two groups settled within 50 miles of one
another, eight years apart, held separatist viewpoints, spoke
German and dressed in similar styles, has caused numerous visitors
to confuse the two groups. This confusion has been accentuated in
recent years as both the Amana Colonies and Kalona have become
major visitor attractions.
Many people think that the Inspirationists and the Amish are one
and the same ethno-religious group, or that they are two denominations of one major religious affiliation. Others have decided that
the word “Amish” is simply a form of the word “Amana.” The two
names certainly sound similar. The Amana Colonies and the Old
Order Amish are, however, not related at all, in any historical or
contemporary sense.
Thus, Eastern Iowa has - in the Amana Colonies and in the Kalona
countryside - two very different, very unique religious-cultural
groups, both with rich traditions, both extremely interesting for
visitors to interact with.
Each group has developed its own unique heritage. Both traditions
enrich the lives of all who come into contact with them.
Source: The Amana Colonies & Kalona’s Old Order Amish: Two Unique
Cultures in Southeast Iowa, Rod A. Janzen
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Come experience Iowa’s educational
and cultural center for yourself –
we know you’ll want to come back!
There's a reason why visitors come to Iowa City and Coralville. Picture a top-notch
educational institution offering some of the nation's best (and largest) health-care
facilities, a variety of art and theatrical attractions, an internationally-renowned
writers’ workshop and research programs that are changing our world.
Combine this with a welcoming community surrounded by the
picturesque rolling hills, forests, lakes, and rivers of Eastern
Iowa. Top it off with a vibrant downtown, one of the
largest malls in Iowa, and one-of-a-kind attractions.
It’s not hard to see why Iowa City and Coralville are
often ranked as some of the most livable
communities in the nation.
Amana Colonies l 42
The Cedar Rapids experience is anything but mundane.
As the second largest metropolitan city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids
has a wealth of culture, history, recreation and relaxation for all ages.
Experience the Czech heritage of Cedar
Rapids! The newly remodeled and renovated Czech Village is one experience a Cedar
Rapids visitor won’t soon forget. The new
signage and streetscape make for a lovely
area to take a stroll and visit all the amazing
specialty shops along the way. Czech
Feather & Down Co., also renovated, offers
Czech comforters, handcrafted pillows and
feather beds. Zindricks Czech Restaurant
serves authentic Czech cuisine in a charming atmosphere, and Czech Cottage has fine
china, glassware and crystal for a shopping
experience unlike any other. Don’t miss
the National Czech & Slovak Museum &
Library to learn the rich history behind it
all! Don’t forget to experience the other
historical and cultural sites all over the
city. Be sure to visit The African American
Historical Museum & Cultural Center of
Iowa and the Cedar Rapids Science Station
and IMAX Dome. These are just a few
of the diverse venues our city boasts.
Experience Cedar Rapids’ past at Ushers
Ferry Historic Village. The Cedar Rapids
Museum is also worth a visit; it is home to
the nation’s largest collection of works by
famous Midwest native Grant Wood.
Talent and culture are experiences Cedar
Rapids had in abundance. Performers,
musicians and artists fill our calendar
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with great entertainment all year long.
The Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra
and The Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre
both are home to big city sounds. Visit the
beautiful Paramount Theatre and take in
a show by our local troop: Theatre Cedar
Rapids. You can find drama and comedy to
fit your mood. Legion Arts/ CSPS also has
many unique performances. Everywhere
you look there are delightful experiences
for your taste buds. Check out “blend,” a
new downtown restaurant serving globally
inspired cuisine in a progressive and contemporary atmosphere. And for night owls,
be sure to check out our night life for late
night entertainment.
Just down the road, but a million miles from ordinary.
to Cedar Rapids, I-380
West
Amana
to Cedar Rapids
Middle
Amana
27th Ave
High
Amana
C Street
Amana Colonies
RV Park &
Event Center
G St.
Y Ave
F-12
The Amana Colonies
East
Amana
Amana
Visitors
Center
Lily
Lake
Hwy 220
Kolonieweg Trail
Wetlands
to Marengo
60s
built 18
Hwy 151
Millrace
Iowa River
Nature Trail
South
Amana
to Coralville,
Iowa City
Hwy 6 and 151
Hwy 6
Hwy 151
V-77
to Williamsburg
to Marengo
Hwy 6
Homestead
Tanger
Outlet Center
to Des Moines, Williamsburg
Interstate 80
I-80 Amana Colonies
Exit 225
Kolonieweg Trail. Asphalt and crushed gravel recreational trail for hiking and biking.
Amana Colonies Trail. This highway loop of highways 151, 6 and 220 connects the
villages that make up the Amana Colonies.
FINDING THE
AMANA COLONIES
Mileage to the Amana Colonies from:
Cedar Rapids............17
Chicago..................220
Des Moines ..............93
Dubuque................100
Iowa City .................18
Kalona......................30
Kansas City ............284
Madison .................190
Minneapolis ...........286
Omaha ...................226
Quad Cities ..............76
St. Louis .................265
Waterloo ..................70
West Branch.............30
Amana Colonies l 44
to Coralville, Iowa City and Davenport
8
a
man
to A
11
Middle
Amana
10
G Str
eet
220th Trail
7
K Street
5
6
2
Communal Kitchen and Cooper Shop Museum
3
Rose’s Place Bed and Breakfast
4
The Cloister Haus Bed and Breakfast
5
Middle Amana Church
6
Dusk to Dawn Bed and Breakfast
12
7
Middle Amana Park
8
Amana Colonies Golf Club / Colony Oaks Condominiums
9
Amana Community School, Library and Pool
10 Retirement Community/Therapy & Wellness Center
11 Kolonieweg Trail
220th Trail
to High Amana
Hahn’s Hearth Oven Bakery
Lily
Lake
9
27th Avenue
25th Avenue
4
26th Avenue
J Street
1 2
3
1
12 Lily Lake
13 Whirlpool Corporation - Amana Division
13
Whirlpool Corporation
Amana Division
1 Amana Arts Guild Center
High
Amana
2 High Amana General Store
13th Avenue
2
to West Amana
hT
ra
Hi
gh
Am
0t
il
To
an
a
F 15 Boulevard
West Amana
Broom and Basket Shop 5
1 Mini-Americana Barn Museum
2 Communal Agriculture Museum
2
1
3 Fern Hill Gifts and Quilts
220th Trail
4 Schanz Furniture and Refinishing Shop
South
Amana
Q Street
3
Hwy 6 Trail
5 Bábi’s Bed and Breakfast
220th Trail
4th Avenue
3
5
Av
en
ue
Am
4
4
8t
h
ut h
Giant Rocker and
West Amana Wood Shop
4th Avenue
3
2
F Street
Michele Maring Miller
Studio Gallery 2
Opa’s Tractor Barn Museum
1
22
Cricket on the Hearth Antiques 1
to Middle Amana
To S
o
220th Trail
to West Amana
D Street
7th Avenue
1
6th Avenue
12th Avenue
G Street
MAPS KEY
4
to Homestead & I-80
5
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Restaurant
Winery/Brewery
Lodging
Periodic Working Demonstrations
Historical Site
Handicapped Accessible
Other
P
Parking
an
a
6
P
13
14 15
17
38
30
26
27 28
46th Avenue
11 12
45th Avenue
10
10
44th Avenue
9
16
P
Visitors Center &
Public Restrooms
39
29
41
P
40
220th Trail
7
17
18
19 20
21 22
P
P
23 24 25
31
220th Trail
42
32 33
43
P
47
th
P
34
H Street
Av
en
u
44
e
45
to Homestead
G Street
Amana
37
P
46
P
47
Kolonieweg Trail
49
48th Avenue
5
8
44th A
ven
ue
4
3
P
F Street
Hwy 151 / 42nd Avenue
38th Avenue
220th Trail
to Middle Amana
35
43rd Avenue
2
1
36
Hwy 151 to Cedar Rapids
C Street
50
52
P
51
P
48
1 Old Creamery Theatre Company
19 Ackerman Winery
37 Erenberger Antiques / Renate’s Antique Gallery
38
2 Amana Colonies RV Park
and Event Center
20 Ronneburg Restaurant / The Clothes Encounter
38 Heritage Designs Quilting & Needlework
39
21 Ox Yoke Inn
40
39 Festhalle Barn
22 Ash Lynn Glitz
41
40 Visitors Center / Public Restrooms
23 Noe Haus Antiques
42
41 Broom and Basket Shop
24 Red Geranium
43
42 Guest House Motel
25 Catiri’s Art Oasis
44
43 Schnitzel’s Eck
26 Sandstone Winery
45
44 Kitchen Sink
27 The Chocolate Haus ~ Dessert and Coffee Café
46
45 Colony Inn Restaurant
28 GermanSense
47
46 Millstream Brewing Co.
29 The Herb Lady & Co.
30 Java Junction
48
47 Amana Depot – Kolonieweg Trailhead /
Overflow Parking / Old Creamery Depot Stage
31 Amana Stone Hearth Bakery
49
48 Amana Furniture and Clock Shop
32 Creative Colony
50
49 Village Winery and Gift Gallery
33 Lehm Books & Gifts
51
50 Amana Woolen Mill
34 Annie’s Garden Guest House
52
51 Custom Cutlery & Ironworks /
Industrial Machine Shop Museum
3 Medical Clinic / Pharmacy
4 US Bank / Amana Society Office
5 Amana Casey’s / Nordy’s Subs & Salads
6 Amana Post Office
7 Dental Office / Farmers Savings Bank
8 Village Guest Suite / Village Custom Floral
9 Personalized Wood Products (Powder House)
10 AJ’s Metal Art Gallery
11 Village Vintner
12 Das Nachbar Haus
13 Amana Heritage Museum
14 Yana’s Boutique
15 Little Red Wagon – Kid’s Stuff!
16 Olde World Lace Shoppe / Lace Lodging
35 Smokehouse Square Antiques
17 Amana General Store /
Amana Coffee & Tea Co. / Christmas Room
S
To
ou
th
Am
a
3
4
5
V Street
1
44th Avenue
na
&
I-8
0
Hw
y6
2
Homestead
3 Ehrle Brothers Winery /
Hwy 6 Trail
6
I-80
2 Amana Colonies Nature Trail
Alma’s Washhouse
4 Homestead Blacksmith Shop
2
1
I-80
4
3
U Avenue
To A
m
an a
1 AJ’s in Homestead
&1
51
Nature Trail
I-80 Amana
Colonies 6
Exit 225
to Amana
Colonies
37 Collectively Iowa
18 Heritage Wine, Cheese & Jelly Haus
Hwy 151
36 Amana Meat Shop and Smokehouse
5
5 Henry’s Village Market
6 Amana Community Church Museum
7
8 9 10 11
7 Zuber’s Homestead Hotel
8 Troy Richard Thomas Art Gallery & Studio
Restaurant
Winery/Brewery
Lodging
Periodic Working Demonstrations
Historical Site
Handicapped Accessible
P
Parking
Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort
2 Little Amana General Store
and Woolens
10 Homestead Store Museum
3 Little Amana Casey’s
4 Johnson’s Little Amana Antiques
11 Die Heimat Country Inn
5 Ox Yoke Innterstate Restaurant
9 Rawson’s Bed & Breakfast
MAPS KEY
1 Amana Colonies Holiday Inn /
Bed and Breakfast
6 Heritage Inn Amana Colonies
Hotel and Suites
Other
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PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
PAID
AMANA, IA
PERMIT NO. 15
Amana Colonies
C o n v e n t i o n & Vi sit or s Bure a u
622 46th Avenue
P.O. Box 310
Amana, Iowa 52203
319.622.7622 / 1.800.579.2294
email: [email protected]
Even our scenery is
handcrafted by a higher power

Amana Colony Visitor`s Guide

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