Amana Colonies 2011 Visitors Guide : Iowa Pg 5
Williamsburg, located south of I-80 at Exit 220, offers shopping, recreation, dining and lodging opportunities to travelers. Come Enjoy WILLIAMSBURG Surrounded by brick streets, the tree lined Town Square offers many several play structures for children to play on. The West End Park, located on West Oak Street offers a shelter, playground equipment and a pond for fishing. Shopping & Dining: Unique shopping and dining is avail-able around the Square, including a Quilt Sampler Top Ten Quilt Shop, an art gallery, hardware store, and century-old pharmacy. Kick back in a cozy coffee shop or dine on scrumptious ribs, hand-made pizza and more in one of the rest-aurants or bars located in Williamsburg. A locally owned grocery store with deli and a Dollar General can be found in Williamsburg as well. Williamsburg is also home to Tanger Outlet Mall, where you will find over 55 brand name stores, conveniently located Recreation: The Williamsburg Recreation Center, located on the south side of town, off Hwy 149, is a 30,000 square feet facility featuring racquetball courts, weight and fitness equipment, indoor track and basketball court. Day passes available. The Williamsburg Aquatic Center, also on the south side of town, off Hwy 149, is a great place for you and the kids to splash around and cool off in the summer heat. The Center features a large water slide, spraying features, children’s slide, drop slide, diving board and sand play area. Large concession and picnic area with deck and grassy lounge area available. north of Williamsburg at Exit 220, Interstate 80. Several fast food options, as well as subs and pizza are available. No trip to Williamsburg is complete without a stop at Tanger! Lodging is also available near Tanger. For more information about Williams-burg, contact the Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce at 319-668-1500 or visit www.williamsburgiowa.org. Tanger Outlet Center www.tangeroutlet.com (319) 668-2885 or (800) 406-2887 I-80, Exit 220, Williamsburg 52361 At Tanger, every day is a sale day. Find the latest fashions, home furnishings and accessories at unbeatable prices. Buy direct from over 55 brand name stores. Located in Williamsburg, Tanger Outlet Center is just minutes from the Amana Colonies. MARENGO Marengo, located seven miles west of the Amana Colonies on Hwy 6, offers several recreation opportunities, shop-ping and dining. Marengo is home to the historic Iowa County Courthouse and a beautifully renovated and expanded Carnegie Library. Marengo also hosts the Iowa County Fair each year. Recreation: Gateway Park is located on the north edge of Marengo, west of M Avenue. Hiking, biking and fishing are available. Visit Lucky 6 Lanes for a family-fun game of bowling and great food. Sudbury Court offers full RV hook-ups. The Town Square was recently revital-ized with new streetscapes and is home to many shopping and dining options. Big G Foods is your home from great family value! Owned and operated by the Graft family for 47 years, you will find the freshest cuts of meat, a deli and bakery, along with great service. Iowa County Historical Society works to preserve and exhibit the county’s history. The Historical Society maintains the Gritter Creek Country School, located west of North English. This is the only brick one-room schoolhouse remaining in Iowa County. The school is open to the public throughout the summer months. In addition, the Historical Society main-tains and operates the Pioneer Heritage Museum, Heritage Center and resource library, all located at 675 E South Street, Marengo. The museum grounds feature a bachelor’s cabin and log house, the reassembled Victor Depot, 1880 farm-house and 1938 gas station, along with various artifacts. Stop by to see Iowa County history come alive. Other communities in Iowa County include: Parnell, North English, Millers-burg & Victor, each offer small town charm, historical buildings and down-towns, services and goods. Big “G” Food Store 310 W Dillin ST, Marengo, 52301 319-642-5551 Your Community Proud Grocer for 45 years! Friendly service, selection and savings. Eight miles west of Amana Colonies. Seven miles north of Interstate 80 in Marengo. Fireside Winery www.firesidewinery.com 1755 P Ave Marengo, 52301 319-662-4222 Fireside Winery is a family owned winery located in Marengo, Iowa, just minutes away from the Amana Colonies. Fireside produces quality table wines ranging from dry to sweet. Come taste for yourself. Iowa County Historical Museum 675 E. South St, Marengo, 52301 5 l Iowa County
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