Countryside Tours
Travel the scenic back roads in your bus with our step-on guide as you discover the world of the Kalona businesses or the Amish who continue to live the simple, wholesome lives of our pioneers. You must have your own group of 10 or more people to do the following. We do not combine groups.
Village School Tours
There are a several ways your student group can learn about Iowa history, the local Amish, or other subjects.
Gift Shop
The Kalona Historical Village Gift Shop has a wide variety of items that you will want to get your hands on. Enjoy hand-crafted items such as our Amish-made baskets and rugs, to great sauces and jellies. We have your Iowa and Amish souvenirs including books on how the Amish live. The Village Gift Shop welcomes consigners who live in the area or create items that exemplify the atmosphere of Kalona to apply for space in the gift shop. If you or someone you know would like to sell something by consignment at the Kalona Historical Village’s Gift Shop, click the button below!
Exhibit Highlight
Spool Cabinet Exhibit
The largest public display of spool cabinets that were given to stores for free with the purchase of product circa 1880-1915. New – The most complete book on spool cabinets with a value guide, includes the history of sewing thread from 1803. Order from the Kalona Historical Society for $24.95 + shipping $4.05 = $29.00
Events
715 D Avenue, Kalona, IA 52247
(just off Hwy 22)
Mon – Sat • 10 – 5 pm (April – October)
Mon – Sat • 11 – 3 (November – March)
