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Aaron and Jordan's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze - Boone
308 West Park Ave
Boone, IA 50036
515.433.2029
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Come explore our corn maze and take home some great pumpkins. Large pumpkins $2! Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00 a.m.- dusk, through October 31st.
Ames Downtown Farmers' Market
526 Main St, Ste 103
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.1936
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Enjoy locally grown, fresh produce, baked goods and quality, handmade crafts at the Ames Downtown Farmers' Market. Located indoors at the Main Street depot all year round, outdoors May through October.
Ames Historical Society
416 Douglas #101
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2148
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Ames' local history organization presents programs and exhibits; and takes care of an artifact collection.
Black's Heritage Farm
26156 530th Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.1936
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Fifth generation family farm provides locally grown produce each summer, "pick your own pumpkins" and hayrides each fall, with hayrides on the weekends. Farm tours and trolley rides, available by appointment.
Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad
225 10th St
Boone, IA 50036
515.432.4249
800.626.0319
Fax: 515.432.4253
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An historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River valley. Tickets available online at www.scenic-valleyrr.com.
Brunnier Art Museum
Lincoln Way and University Blvd.
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.4442
Fax: 515.294.7070
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The state's only accredited museum emphasizing a decorative arts collection and located within the Iowa State Center performing arts complex. Lectures, receptions and tours available. Open Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m; Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m.
Christian Petersen Art Museum
Morrill Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.9500
Fax: 515.294.7070
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Named for the nation's first campus artist-in-residence, who sculpted at Iowa State from 1934-1955. Exhibitions focus on Petersen's art and contemporary changing exhibitions. Open Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cyclone Family Weekend
2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50011
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Attention all Cyclone families: Family weekend is October 1-3. Sign up on our website for a day of tailgating and a night of entertainment.
Farm House Museum

Farm House Ln
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.7426
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This National Historic Landmark is a fully restored home reflecting the period between 1860-1910. First building built on Iowa State campus. Open weekdays 12-4 p.m.
Gee Willie Entertainment

Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5699
Fax: 515.233.6899
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Call us for disc jockeys, mechanical bulls, climbing walls, Euro Bundy Unit, interactive inflatable games, and more! We'll set everything up at your location or help you find the perfect place!
Iowa Arboretum - Madrid
1875 Peach Ave
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3216
Fax: 515.795.2619
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Hundreds of cultivated trees, shrubs and flowers can be enjoyed in this 378 acre "Library of Living Plants." Call for guided tours.
Iowa State Center
Lincoln Way and University Blvd.
Ames, IA 50010
515.294.3347
877.843.2368
Fax: 515.294.3349
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Stephens Auditorium attracts audiences from throughout the region to its diverse range of dance, music and theater performances. Fisher Theater is home to ISU Theatre’s presentations and the Scheman Building is home to the Brunnier Art Museum.
Iowa State University Museums
Lincoln Way and University Blvd.
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.3342
Fax: 515.294.7070
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Brunnier Art Museum, Christian Petersen Art Museum, Farm House Museum, Art on Campus Collection, and Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden
Iowa Youth Ballet Company
319 South 17th St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.0826
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Enjoy the Iowa Youth Ballet’s Presentation of Tita, “Ames Dance Festival,” and “A diversity of Dance.”
It's all about ME! Boutique & Spa
209 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1399
Fax: 515.233.1991
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Bare Escentuals “bareMinerals” products, MD formulations skin care, Switch Flops, Miche bags, Thymes, and Me Bath. Visit our spa to enjoy a facial, massage, body wrap, reflexology and more. Gift cards available.
Kaizer Jazz Trio

Ames, IA 50010
515.291.6097

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Jazz for your special event, meeting or occasion. Solo performers up to larger groups. Playing favorites from the Beatles, Harry Connick, Jr. and Diana Krall.
Kil'n Time Studio
330 Main St, Ste 101
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5522
Fax: 515.233.5612
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Stop in for Paint-Your-Own-Pottery, mosaics, clay hand building, and the exciting process of glass fusion. Special event parties available. We're a mobile studio, can't join us, we can bring the party to you!
Left Bank Studio, The
125 Main St
Gilbert, IA 50105
515.233.1405
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Creative oasis, luring parched souls thirsting for creative gifts. Two-hour classes available in watercolor, ceramic , plastic, and jewelry. Lunch served Tues-Sat 11am-2pm.
Main Street Cultural District
312 Main St, Ste 201
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3472
Fax: 515.232.9124
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Over 50 locally owned specialty retail shops and restaurants. Annual events include Tune in to Main Street, ArtWalk, 4th of July Parade and Festival, MusicWalk & Holiday Open House.
Maintenance Shop
(Inside the Memorial Union)
2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.294.2969
Fax: 515.294.0215
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Evening entertainment with local and national artists.
Mamie Doud Eisenhower Birthplace
709 Carroll Street
Boone, IA 50036
515-432-1896
515-432-1907
Fax: 515-432-2571
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North Grand Mall
2801 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3679
Fax: 515.232.3086
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JCPenney, Younkers and nearly 50 specialty stores. Open Monday - Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday Noon-5pm; holiday and department store hours may vary.
Octagon Center for the Arts
427 Douglas Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.5331
Fax: 515.232.5088
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The Octagon is a community art center providing gallery exhibits, art classes for children and adults, and an art shop featuring Iowa artists.
Prairie Moon Winery and Vineyards
3801 W 190th Street
Ames, IA 50014
515.232.2747
Fax: 515.232.2748
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Located 3 miles north of Ames. Our organically grown grapes range from classic Pinot Noir to 10 varieties of French hybrid grapes. Offering a wide range of wines to fit all tastes. Join us Sundays from 3-6 p.m. for live outdoor music June - October.
Reiman Gardens
1407 University Blvd
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.2710
Fax: 515.294.4817
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Beautiful 14-acres outside plus tropical and live butterfly conservatories and gift shop inside. Private rentals, tours and catering. Year round holiday events and displays. Open daily at 9:00 a.m.
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area
604 Lafayette St, Ste 202
Waterloo, IA 50700
319.234.4567
Fax: 319.234.8228
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The story of American agriculture comes to life at more than 100 sites and attractions in this 37 county region of northeast Iowa. A National Park Service Affiliate.
Smitty's Karaoke & DJ Shows

Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0956

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DJ and karaoke services in Ames, Des Moines and throughout Iowa for weddings, private parties, etc. Rentals available: projectors, screens, lights, PA systems, karaoke and more. Iowa State vouchers accepted.
Snus Hill Vineyard and Winery - Madrid
2183 320th St
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3535
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An Iowa winery and vineyard producing wines from American and French-American grapes. Located on a four generation family farm. Scenic views, banquet facilities, tasting rooms and gift shop.
Story City Antique Carousel
102 Park Ave
Story City, IA 50248
515.733.4214
Fax: 515.733.4504
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Antique carousel. Built in 1913 by Herschel/Spillman. Horses, pigs, roosters, dogs, chariots and a spinning tub. Original Wurlitzer Military Band Organ. Enclosed. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Story Theater Company
717 Wilder Blvd
Ames, IA 50014
515.233.6980
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Providing performance opportunities for children in grades 3-12, directing opportunities for ISU Theatre students and professionally-produced shows for Ames and surrounding communities.
Ville Day Spa
2610 Northridge Pkwy
Ames, IA 50010
515.268.4644
877.268.4644
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Pamper yourself in a sophisticated Italian villa setting, enjoy the ultimate hand and foot treatments, body wraps, massage and our luxurious Alpha Capsule, personal dry heat sauna.