Amana Colonies Attractions
The settlement of Amana was founded in 1850 by "Inspirationists" of German origin - the first of seven villages in eastern Iowa in which they led a God-fearing life and tilled their communally owned land. A local museum traces the history of the sect, which adopted 20th C ways of life only in 1932.
The Amana Woolen Mill was established in 1857 and is still in operation. Machinery and skills were brought with the Germans when they immigrated to America. The Amana Woolen Mill has had a colorful history, surviving fires, floods and wind storms.
Hours:
8am-6pm; Sun: 11am-5pm; Fri: 8am-7pm; Sat: 8am-7pm
The Krauss Furniture Shop features custom-made furniture in walnut, cherry, and oak as well as clocks. It is all are made on the site.
Mini-Americana Barn Museum in South Amana has a collection of miniature buildings that are typical of late 19th C Amana and Iowa villages and farms.
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 9am-5pm
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