The historic Czech immigrant neighborhood in Cedar Rapids, home to the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, preserving the heritage of one of the largest Czech communities in America.

Quaker Oats Factory - Cedar Rapids

1873

The largest cereal plant in the world, operating on the banks of the Cedar River since 1873, producing cereal and processing oats at massive scale.

Amana Colonies

1855

Seven villages founded by German Pietist settlers in 1855, operating as one of the longest-lasting communal societies in American history until the Great Change of 1932.

18.5 mi away

Things to Do in Cedar Rapids

historical 21.5 mi away

Field of Dreams Movie Site

If you build it they will come. The actual cornfield diamond from the 1989 film.

Everything Near Cedar Rapids

24 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

Cedar Rapids, IA · Local history
Cedar Rapids owes its existence to the Cedar River, a waterway that carved its path through eastern Iowa's rolling hills. The city's very name acknowledges the importance of the river’s rapids, a natural feature that…
Brucemore · 1.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to step back in time! You're approaching Brucemore, a stunning estate that whispers tales of Iowa's elite and their dedication to culture. Built between 1884 and 1886, Brucemore was first home to Caroline…
Douglas and Charlotte Grant House · 1.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; you won't believe this house. It's a Frank Lloyd Wright design, tucked away on 40 acres right here in Linn County! Douglas and Charlotte Grant commissioned Wright to design this…
St. Paul United Methodist Church (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) · 1.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look at that church coming up on your right! It was designed by one of America's most influential architects, Louis Sullivan. In the early 1900s, the congregation of St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church needed a new…
Quaker Oats Factory - Cedar Rapids · 2.3 mi · Historical Marker
The largest cereal plant in the world, operating on the banks of the Cedar River since 1873, producing cereal and processing oats at massive scale.
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) · 2.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a moment! You're approaching the oldest historically African American church in Cedar Rapids. Bethel A.M.E. isn't just a building; it's a testament to resilience. Imagine Cedar Rapids in the 1870s. A small…
Mother Mosque of America · 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute; we're about to see a piece of American history you might not expect. This unassuming building is the Mother Mosque of America, the oldest still-standing purpose-built mosque in the United States.…
Paramount Theatre (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) · 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Roll up to the Paramount Theatre, and you're gazing at a piece of Cedar Rapids history that nearly vanished. Originally opened in 1928, this stunning theater was designed as a vaudeville and movie palace. It quickly…
Linn County Courthouse (Iowa) · 2.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This courthouse sits on an island in the middle of a river, a true island of justice! It’s not every day you see a county seat literally surrounded by water. Before this impressive building, Linn County used two other…
Mays Island · 2.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what makes a city truly tick? Here in Cedar Rapids, it’s this small but mighty island, much like the Île de la Cité in Paris, that serves as the heart of its civic life. Mays Island is home to Cedar Rapids’…
Peoples Savings Bank · 2.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be dazzled by a true architectural gem! The Peoples Savings Bank is one of Louis Sullivan's famous 'jewel box' banks, a miniature masterpiece of Prairie School design. Built in 1911, this bank was one of…
C.S.P.S. Hall (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) · 2.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming hall was once the beating heart of Cedar Rapids' vibrant Czech and Slovak community. It was more than just a building; it was a home away from home for immigrants seeking connection and support. Built…

Show all 24 nearby places

Czech Village & National Czech and Slovak Museum · 2.9 mi · Historical Marker
The historic Czech immigrant neighborhood in Cedar Rapids, home to the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, preserving the heritage of one of the largest Czech communities in America.
Granger House (Marion, Iowa) · 3.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back into the Victorian era with a tour of this beautifully preserved Italianate house. You're approaching the Granger House, a true time capsule in Marion! This striking brick house was first built around 1860 by…
Historic Ely Elevator · 9.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over, history buffs! You're about to witness a towering testament to Iowa's agricultural might and ingenious engineering. This 'iron-clad' giant isn't just a building; it's a time capsule of local prosperity. Cast…
Abbe Creek School · 10.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what school was like before smartboards and cafeterias? Here, at Iowa's oldest standing one-room brick schoolhouse, you can almost hear the lessons echoing. This little red brick building holds generations…
Stone Academy (Solon, Iowa) · 13.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine learning your ABCs in this one-room schoolhouse, built in 1842 when Iowa was still a frontier. Stone Academy, formerly known as Big Grove Township School #1, is one of the oldest surviving school buildings in…
Upper Paris Bridge · 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look out your window, because you're about to pass a true survivor! This isn't just any old bridge; it's a rare glimpse into 19th-century American ingenuity still standing strong. Back in 1879, the Wrought Iron Bridge…
Upper Stone Schoolhouse · 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1875, this unusual stone one-room schoolhouse once educated local children. Back then, this area was booming with farming families. To serve eight sections of farmland, the Upper Stone Schoolhouse opened its…
Old State Quarry State Preserve · 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This quarry provided the stone to build Iowa's original capitol building. Back in 1842, they started digging here. The North Bend Quarries, as it was first known, became a crucial source of limestone. That limestone…
Sutliff Bridge · 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This bridge isn't just a way across the Cedar River; it's a survivor with a great story. This Parker truss bridge has connected the Sutliff community since 1898. Built for about $12,000, the Sutliff Bridge was…
Amana Colonies · 18.5 mi · Historical Marker
Seven villages founded by German Pietist settlers in 1855, operating as one of the longest-lasting communal societies in American history until the Great Change of 1932.
State Quarry, Iowa Men's Reformatory · 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine backbreaking labor under the watchful eyes of armed guards – that was the reality for inmates at this very location, the State Quarry. In 1872, the Iowa Men's Reformatory established a quarry near Stone City.…
James Greer McQuilkin Round Barn · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever seen a round barn? This one's special because it was built to showcase some very special livestock. Back in 1918, James Greer McQuilkin built this round barn near Eagle Center. He wasn't just any farmer; he sold…

Explore Cedar Rapids on the Map

All music from Iowa → Find another town Vote on city songs

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Music in Cedar Rapids

Songs About Cedar Rapids

Artists From Cedar Rapids

History of Cedar Rapids

Czech Village & National Czech and Slovak Museum

Quaker Oats Factory - Cedar Rapids

Amana Colonies

Things to Do in Cedar Rapids

Everything Near Cedar Rapids

Sign up for the free newsletter