Nestled in the heart of Muscatine, Iowa, lies a museum dedicated to a humble object with a fascinating history: the pearl button. The National Pearl Button Museum transports visitors back to a time when Muscatine was crowned the "Pearl Button Capital of the World," churning out a staggering 1.5 billion buttons annually.

From Mussels to Mother-of-Pearl:

Britt, Iowa, a seemingly ordinary town in the heart of the Midwest, boasts a unique museum dedicated to a fascinating chapter in American history – the National Hobo Museum. Here, visitors can delve into the world of hobos, not as homeless drifters, but as resourceful itinerant workers who traveled the rails during a bygone era.

The Algona Nativity Scene, also known as the "largest outdoor nativity scene in the world," is a beloved Christmas tradition in the small town of Algona, Iowa. For over 60 years, the nativity scene has attracted visitors from around the country and the world, and has become an important part of the town's holiday celebrations.