305 West Main Street | Dickeyville, WI 53808 | 608.568.3119

The Dickeyville Grotto is a classic grotto made of seashells, costume jewelry and pieces of glass. It includes a small artificial cave, statue alcoves, arches and fountains; commemorating saints, religions and patriotism. Built from 1925-1930 by Father Matthias Wernerus. Six shrines and the Stations of the Cross. Open daily April through October.

720 Central Avenue | Dubuque, IA 52001 | 563.589.4441

The Dubuque County Courthouse is on the National Register of Historic Places. It was one of the first buildings in the Dubuque area so honored. The building is 88 feet by 125 feet in size. A 190 foot high central tower is capped with a bronze statue of Lady Justice that is 14 feet tall. Other pewter statues are also on the building. Several other statues were taken down during World War I and melted down to provide material for the war effort.

512 Fenelon Place | Dubuque, IA 52001-6631 | 563.582.6496

Also known as the 4th Street Elevator and the world's shortest, steepest, scenic railway - 296 feet in length. Magnificent view of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Open April through November.

300 East Third Street | Dubuque, IA 52001 | 563.557.9545 | 800.226.3369

Step back in time and dine in the elegance of historic Dubuque. You will visit some of Dubuque's finest historic structures and enjoy a special five-course dinner with entertainment. Groups of twenty or more may book a private dinner. Reservations required. Available year-round.

8991 Bellevue Heights | Dubuque, IA 52003 | | 563.556.0620

The Julien Dubuque Monument, built in 1897 on the site where Dubuque was buried, sits high above the Mississippi River and provides "the landmark" for the Mines of Spain.

2241 Lincoln Avenue | Dubuque, IA 52001 | 563.583.2812

Located just below Eagle Point Park, this 1856 Italianate mansion of entrepreneur Mathias Ham, with its elegant Victorian furnishings, reflects the splendor and beauty of nineteenth century life along the river. Enjoy tours of the home led by costumed guides. Open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.

8991 Bellevue Heights | Dubuque, IA 52003 | 563.556.0620

The Mesquakie were the earliest known inhabitants of the Mines of Spain Area. Their village was located at the mouth of the Catfish Creek. The Mesquakie carried on a fur trade with French voyagers. They also worked the lead mines for many decades before the Revolutionary War. Mounds, village sites, rock shelters, trading post sites and campsites dot the landscape. Julien Dubuque is believed to be the first European to settle on what is now Iowa soil in 1788. In 1796, Dubuque received a land grant from the Governor of Spain to work the land. The grant specified that the 189-square mile area to be named as the "Mines of Spain." The park is designated as the Julien Dubuque Mines National Historic Landmark as a Silos and Smokestacks Heritage Area Partner Site, State Preserve, National Recreational Trails, Important Birding Area, and Watchable Iowa Wildlife Area. Groomed for both in-line and skate skiing. Five miles of trails full of wildlife and beautiful scenery. Call ahead for conditions. Canoe or kayak Catfish Creek which runs through the park. Launch at the Catfish Creek canoe access and paddle toward the main channel of the Mississippi River or paddle through the park and enjoy the back waters of the Mississippi.

1110 16th Avenue Court SE | Dyersville, IA 52040 | 563.875.2727

Visit the #1 experience for farm toys in the world! Using thousands of miniature-sized replicas, the museum pays tribute to yesterday and today's farm machinery. Retrace the history of agriculture by viewing fascinating dioramas and original artwork. Discover a life-size John Deere tractor illustrating scale, an original Ertl Company assembly line, and the Farmall: First in the Field manufacturer's showcase! Open daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm seven days a week!

6632 Melleray Circle | Peosta, IA 52068 | 563.585.0793

New Melleray is a Cistercian (Trappist) monastery located in the rolling farmland south of Dubuque, Iowa. They support themselves by farming and making wooden caskets. See the award winning limestone church and tour the Visitors Center.

114 Shake Rag Street | Mineral Point, WI 53565 | 608.987.2122

Discover Wisconsin's groundbreaking community. Enjoy a guided tour of a Cornish miner's colony and restoration and discover how the lead mining boom changed the face of territorial Wisconsin. Open May 12 - October 31, seven days a week.