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Story City, Iowa

Everything Story City is known for

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Music in Story City

Songs About Story City

the interstate 35 waltz
garret t. capps & justin boyd
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Artists From Story City

Rivers & Roads in Song near Story City

Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Story City.

Everything Near Story City

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

  • Grand Auditorium and Hotel Block · 0.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine the vaudeville shows and bustling hotel life that once filled these historic commercial buildings in Story City. This block was the heart of entertainment and hospitality here for decades. The Grand Auditorium,…

  • Herschel-Spillman Two-Row Portable Menagerie Carousel · 0.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Step back in time on this beautifully preserved carousel, a rare example of a portable menagerie from the Herschel-Spillman company. This carousel was built by the Herschell Spillman Company of North Tonawanda, New…

  • The Farm House (Knapp–Wilson House) · 11.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, history buff! This unassuming farmhouse is where Iowa State University truly began. Built in 1860, this was the heart of the Iowa Agricultural College and Model Farm. It wasn't just a home; it was a living…

  • Skunk River Bridge · 13.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look left! You're about to cross a piece of living history, a direct connection to the early days of Story County. Back in 1876, before cars were even a dream, this very spot was a crucial crossing. Imagine the rumble…

  • Octagon Round Barn, Indian Creek Township · 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever seen an eight-sided barn? Get ready to spot a rare piece of Iowa history right here! This isn't just any old barn. It's the Octagon Round Barn, built around 1880, and it was quite the innovation for its time.…

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