The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is one of the most popular family getaways of Iowa, located in Dubuque. This is a property of the Dubuque County Historical Society and an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. This building houses two different centers: The Mississippi River Center and the National River Center , featuring amazing marine life that is the representative of that found in the Mississippi River and other major attractions like - The Large Format 3D/4D Immersion Theater.
There are some permanent exhibits and some temporary exhibits in the museum.
Permanent exhibits: Fred W. Woodward Riverboat Museum, National Rivers Hall of Fame, Steamboat William M. Black (a National Historic Landmark), The Pfohl Boatyard, William Woodward Discovery Center and Woodward Wetlands.
Temporary exhibits: The Painting the Mississippi.
Apart from these, the museum also houses an outdoor park, featuring larger artifacts such as boats and a café.
Important Information:
Address:350 East 3rd Street, Port of Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Phone: (800) 226-3369, (563) 557-9545
Web Site: www.mississippirivermuseum.com
Admission Prices: Adults $15.00, Seniors (65+) $13.00 and Youth (3-17) $10.00
Hours: Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Daily, Labor Day thru October 31st - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Daily, November thru Memorial Day Weekend - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Daily and Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Accommodation: Days Inn and Holiday Inn are the finest places to stay near National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium as these hotels offer great lodging with world class services.
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