Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Local Attractions: - * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the
Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. *
McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built
before 1850. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the
1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod. * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of
Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa * American Gothic House
- Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan
Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait
is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern
Iowa's most exciting place to learn. * Geode State Park `- Located in Danville
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Education: - * 1 mile(s) from MUM, Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 * Chautauqua Park * Waterworks Park * Roosevelt Recreation Center * Jefferson
County Trail System * Fairfield Golf and Country Club * Walton Club
Nearby Cities: - * 0 mile(s) from Fairfield, the county seat of Jefferson County * 22
mile(s) from Mount Pleasant * 25 mile(s) from Ottumwa
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County: - * Jefferson County Park - Established
in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature
center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua
Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc
golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and
home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court,
weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to
the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile
loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the
most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies,
woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and
recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course,
swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course
overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Transportation: - * 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The
Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield: - * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south
of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from
Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American
Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made
immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of
the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In
Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is
for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm,
bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park -
Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the
area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake
Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for
excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared
sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County: - Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant
and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated
in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson
County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first
library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center
and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library
in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example
of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield
Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the
national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique
approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the
inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular
scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest
standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908.
It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just
east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also
located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at
the First Swedish Augustan Synod.