Eastern Region

DESTINATIONS • DINING & LODGING • TOUR SERVICES

Attractions/Events

Adler Theatre

563-326-8500 hbrummel@riverctr.com www.adlertheatre.com

Celebration River Cruises

309-764-1952 / 800-297-0034 susan@celebrationbelle.com www.celebrationbelle.com

800-passenger non-gaming riverboat and largest on the upper Mississippi River, offering: lunch, dinner, 4-hour theme cruises (Quad Cities & Dubuque) and all day cruises from the Quad Cities to Dubuque, Iowa. NEW for Sept. 2008, cruises north into Wisconsin and Minnesota. Also NEW special entertainment dates in the Quad Cities.

Dubuque Diamond Jo Casino

563-690-2113 / 800-582-5956 lori.bahl@diamondjo.com www.diamondjo.com

Offering action packed table games and the hottest slots. In the Fall of 2008, we’ll be offering event more exciting amenities including an entertainment center, state of the art bowling center and three fabulous restaurants.

Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino

563-585-3013 / 800-373-3647 kathyd@dgpc.com www.dgpc.com

Dubuque River Rides

563-583-8093 boats@dubuqueriverrides.com www.dubuqueriverrides.com

We welcome you aboard Iowa’s only authentic and nostalgic paddlewheeler, the Spirit of Dubuque and the sleek and sophisticated Miss Dubuque yacht. Cruising daily May – Oct., offering dinner, lunch, ecological and historic sightseeing, murder mystery and fall color cruises.

Field of Dreams Movie Site

563-875-8404 / 888-875-8404 fodbetty@aol.com www.fodmoviesite.com

Grout Museum District

319-234-6357 christy.schroeder@gmdistrict.org www.groutmuseumdistrict.org

Herbert Hoover Museum

319-643-5301 janlyn.slach@nara.gov http://hoover.archives.gov

The Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum enables visitors to experience the many sides of Iowa's only president and the large temporary gallery offers exciting exhibits relating to American history. The Museum sits on the grounds of the Hoover National Historic Site where you can visit the birthplace cottage, gravesite and other period buildings.

Iowa Wine Tours

563-582-4076 d.dieters@mchsi.com www.iowawinetours.com

Get ready for a flexible, fun-filled day in the vineyards sampling liquid treasures crafted by passionate local wine makers along with facility tours and on-site shopping. Discover the beauty of the Mississippi river and learn the history of the drift less area as we journey into the past. Daily tours include historic commentary by professional drivers. Wine, rural tourism, theme destinations. Capacities from 2 to 56 passengers.

Isabel Bloom

563-333-2040 billb@ibloom.com www.ibloom.com

The artisans of Isabel Bloom invite you to a free tour of our Harborview Production Studio in Davenport, Iowa, near the banks of the Mississippi River. During the one-hour-and-fifteen-minute guided tour, you will have behind-the-scenes access to every step in the making of each Isabel Bloom sculpture.

Isle Casino & Hotel - Bettendorf

563-344-2754 daryl_paddock@islecorp.com www.isleofcapricasino.com

Isle Casino & Hotel - Waterloo

319-833-2266 bryant_ward@islecorp.com www.theislewaterloo.com

National Czech/Slovak Museum

319-362-8500 giftstore@ncsml.org www.ncsml.org

National ethnic museum in Cedar Rapids' colorful Czech Village features history and culture of Czech and Slovak people, restored immigrant home, stunning changing exhibitions, unique museum store. Flexible tour packages available including authentic meal, kolache baking demonstration, and entertainment.

National Farm Toy Museum

563-875-2727 / 877-475-2727 aschwartz@Dyersville.Com www.nationalfarmtoymuseum.com

The #1 experience for farm toys in the world! Revisit the days of your childhood by viewing thousands of farm toys and exhibits. Tractors, implements, miniature dioramas, toy manufacturing history, and pedal tractors are on display. Group tour rates available.

National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

563-557-9545 / 800-226-3369 nbreitsprecker@rivermuseum.com www.rivermuseum.com

Take an entertaining journey on the Mighty Mississippi at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. Enjoy dynamic aquariums, historical exhibits and stroll through the wetlands and boatyard. Each visit is a truly interactive experience where visitors can get "up close and personal" with live critters and become barge pilots.

Old Creamery Theatre Co.

319-622-6034 / 800-352-6262 groupsales@oldcreamery.com www.oldcreamery.com

The Old Creamery brings live, professional entertainment to the people of Iowa and the Midwest. Great group rates available with cast meet and greet, and free bus parking. Find out more about this live stage theatre by calling 319-622-6194 or visiting oldcreamery.com.

River Cruises

815-777-1660 / 800-331-1467 carrilynn@mchsi.com www.riverboattwilight.com

Join us for a relaxing two-day Mississippi River cruise, where the only call you'll want to answer is the call to dinner.

Riverside Casino & Golf Resort

319-648-1234 Micki.Shanklin@RiversideCasinoandresort.com www.RiversideCasinoandResort.com

Just 15 minutes South of Iowa City off Interstate-80, the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort is Iowa’s newest luxury destination resort, with a Las Vegas casino, word class 18-hole championship Rees Jones golf course, Zender’s Spa, and fine dining venues.

Tanger Outlet Center

319-668-2885 / 800-406-2887 tmphillips@tangeroutlet.com www.tangeroutlet.com

Shop Tanger Outlet Center, located on I-80, Exit 220 where every day is a sale day. Buy direct from over 55 brand name stores.

The Grand Opera House

563-588-4356 director@thegrandoperahouse.com www.thegrandoperahouse.com

The historic Grand Opera House features well-known musicals, plays, and special events throughout the year. Seats 625 guests, convenient parking, and rentals for all occasions. Open year round. Group rates available.