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This museum in Van Meter, Iowa, is housed in a brick building. On one outside wall is a mural that depicts Rapid Robert in a series of pitching poses. Inside is displayed an extensive collection of baseball memorabilia, many of which detail Fellers career with the Cleveland Indians. (He was only 17 years old when he struck out 17 players in a single game in 1936.) Bob Feller Hometown Exhibit - Van Meter, Iowa

Visitors to Diagonal, Iowa can view an actual working press and a Linotype machine. The museum also houses a genealogical center and displays of local historical artifacts. Diagonal Printing Museum - Diagonal, Iowa

One-half mile from Francescas home, made famous by the book and film Bridges of Madison County, visitors will find a working farm which has been partially converted into the raising and selling of flowers. Over 15 acres of this fifth-generation farm are devoted to that business, 8 of which are flower gardens. The first floor of a 1910 barn contains the floral and gift shop and harvested, dried flowers are stored in the haymow. Howell Dried Florals And Green House - Cummings, Iowa

Central Iowa is a great place to visit with attractions in the Capitol of Iowa, Des Moines Iowa or a great college town such as Ames Iowa with the Iowa State University and the Cyclone sports teamsCentral Iowa Tourism

Iowa Beautiful is the number one online tourism attraction information site for Iowa tourism and vacation opportunitiesIowa Tourism