Newton Attractions
Newton (pop. 1,600) was the home of the Maytag Corporation. FL Maytag introduced the hand-powered washer, followed by an electric motor. By 1925 an industrial boom had hit Newton, as workers arrived in the city to work for Maytag.
International Wrestling Institute and Museum
The International Wrestling Institute and Museum in Newton features an Olympic wing and separate wings that feature amateur and early-day professional wrestling.
International Wrestling Institute and Museum
303 Jefferson Street
Newton, IA 50208-0794
United States
303 Jefferson Street
Newton, IA 50208-0794
United States
Phone 1 (319) 233-0745
Fax 1 (319) 233-3477
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Jasper County Museum
The Jasper County Museum in Newton features a historical exhibit of Maytag washing machines, tools and farm equipment, dinosaur tracks and a reproduction of period buildings.
Maytag Dairy Farm
The Maytag Dairy Farm is famous for Maytag Blue Cheese. A video shows the history and significance of Maytag Blue Cheese.
Maytag Dairy Farm
2282 East 8th Street North
Newton, IA 50208
United States
2282 East 8th Street North
Newton, IA 50208
United States
Phone 1 (641) 792-1133
Fax 1 (641) 792-1567
