Attractions & Other Points of Interest
Midwest Living's "100 Best Small-Town Getaways",
Good Housekeeping Magazine's "50 Most Beautiful Small Towns in America"
Come and see for yourself!
WHAT WE ARE FAMOUS FOR
Field of Dreams Movie Site
Come visit this family farm with a baseball diamond carved into its heart. This is the original setting where the movie was filmed. Bring your favorite baseball equipment and play on this world renowned field.
Hours: Open daily April through November, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Souvenirs available.
1-888-875-8404
www.fodmoviesite.com
E: info@fodmoviesite.com
Basilica of St. Francis Xavier
Only one of 52 Basilicas in the United States and is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the Midwest. In the fall of 2001, a 21-month restoration of the interior of the Basilica was completed.
Hours: Open daily from sunup to sundown.
Location: Downtown, 104 3rd St. S.W.
(563) 875-7325
MUST SEE MUSEUMS
National Farm Toy Museum
This museum offers an array of 30,000 farm toys, trucks, banks and other toys of interest to both the serious collector and casual visitor. Farm scenes illustrate the importance of agriculture throughout history to present day. Visit our 45-seat theater and enjoy the “Toys to Treasures” 10-minute movie.
Hours: Open daily 8:00A - 6:00P
Located at Highways 20 and 136, 1110 16th Ave. Ct. S.E.
(563) 875-2727
www.nationalfarmtoymuseum.com
E: farmtoys@dyersville.com
IF YOU BUILD IT EXHIBIT
Experience the history of the most iconic baseball field and explore the community that calls it home. Revisit your favorite moments from the film, discover stories from behind the scenes, and how locals helped make baseball movie magic in an Iowa cornfield.
Hours: Open daily 10:00A - 5:00P
Location: The old Tegler Dairy / The Baseball Building - 310 2nd St SE, Suite #103
Dyer-Botsford Doll Museum
Home of Dyersville’s founder, this restored Victorian features a rare revolving German Feather Christmas tree and German ornaments and includes a collection of over 1,200 dolls.
Hours: Open May through November, weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Main Street, 331 1st Ave. E.
(563) 875-2414
http://freepages.history.rootsweb.com/~dyerbotsford
Becker Woodcarving Museum
One of Iowa’s most unique carving museums.
Hours: Open May through October.
Location: Located four miles northeast of Dyersville.
(563) 875-2087
Plaza Antique Mall
Named the Top Antique Mall in Eastern Iowa by KCRG TV9, Spring 2008!
Home to over 200+ dealers offering a wide variety of antiques, collectibles and farm toys.
Hours: Open daily 10:00A - 5:00P
Location: Located across from the National Farm Toy Museum.
(563) 875-8945
www.plaza-antique-mall.com
FUN & SOCIAL ATTRACTIONS
TEXTILE BREWING COMPANY
A community-created and community-centered craft brewery in a vintage sewing factory in Dyersville, Iowa!
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:00A - 9:00P, Friday and Saturday 11:00A - 11:00P
Location: 146 2nd Street NE
https://textilebrews.com/
Textile’s Facebook Page
O SO GOOD WINERY
O So Good Winery has the perfect bottle of wine for any occasion on your calendar. The family-owned winery is located in the rolling fields made of dreams - Dyersville, IA. Lee and Karrie believe Iowa is the wine capital of the United States, and they enjoy exploring the best the country has to offer and bring a bit of everything back to the midwest!
Hours: M, T, TH, F, S 11am- 7pm. Sunday 11 am - 5pm. Closed Wednesday
Location: 2093 20th Ave SE
7 HILLS WEST
7 Hills West brings a place to enjoy yourself with family and friends. Offering craft beer, delicious food, arcade games, bowling alley, golf simulator, and an event center space. After you stop by the Field of Dreams head over and have a pint!
Hours: Sun, M, T, W, TH 11 am - 8 pm. F & Sat 11 am - 9 pm
Location: 703 13th Ave SE
Park Farm Winery
Located in the rolling hills of Northeast Iowa just 15 minutes from Dyersville, sits a Chateau styled winery, build to capture the beauty of the countryside. On your visit expect an authentic wine experience with the unassuming Midwest feel and service. In the warm months, enjoy a glass on our deck or bring a picnic to enjoy by our vineyards. In the winter, cozy up by our giant fireplace.
(563)557-3727
www.parkfarmwinery.com
promiseland winery
A family-run operation, located in the Southern hills of Guttenberg, IA, on the Great River Road. Owners, Pat and Cindy Wachendorf, offer a one-of-a-kind experience, that will make you feel right at home.
Hours: Open Monday, Thursday, & Friday - Sunday at Noon
Location: 39053 Great River Rd., Guttenberg