The Jordan House
The Jordan House is one of the oldest homes in Polk County. The history of the house includes keeping a very important secret.
The Jordan House is one of the oldest homes in Polk County. The history of the house includes keeping a very important secret.
The small town of West Bend, Iowa is home to a huge feat of engineering and design success. Let's see how one man's vision resulted in a beautiful, above ground "cave" is called The Grotto of the Redemption.
Learn how the town of Keokuk overcame travel and trading obstacles on the river using engineering solutions.
Frank Gotch made history in the sport of wrestling. Learn how is accomplishment paved the way for young wrestlers today.
This hand-carved antique carousel has been a source of entertainment since 1913. Next time you pass by on Interstate 35, stop by for a ride on one of its horses, pigs, chickens or chariots.
During Brooklyn, Iowa's Flag Day celebration, the town recreated "Serv-a-Son" chocolate bars, which lifted the spirits of Iowa soldiers during World War II.
Today, buttons are made of plastic. But not too long ago, Muscatine, Iowa was the button capitol of the world. They specialized in making pearl buttons.
The Lover's Leap Swinging Bridge was built to solve a problem for citizens.
At the Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge, swans are being protected from hunting by protecting and preserving resources and the environment.
Brick is one of the oldest building materials in the world. Learn about brick construction at the United Brick and Tile Company.