Washington Wins the #IowansUnite Mural Contest (8/3/2022) - WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber’s Welcome Center is excited to announce that Washington was selected as the statewide 2022 #IowansUnite CommUNITY Contest winner financed by the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Iowa Finance Authority. With the persistent encouragement from their volunteer and partner, Isabella Santoro, a video was put together with the assistance…
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs designates Iowa Great Places & Cultural & Entertainment Districts (7/25/2022) - DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs today announced that 13 Iowa communities will receive the state’s support through two creative placemaking programs that put the arts, culture and history at the center of creative community development. The department designated new Iowa Great Places in Jefferson, Oskaloosa, Washington and Woodbine, and re-designated Appanoose County/Vermillion…
Main Street Washington Board Seeking Executive Director (8/2/2022) - The search is open for a new Main Street Washington Director. The Board of Directors is seeking a full-time dynamic, outgoing team-player to serve as the next Executive Director in Washington, Iowa. The program has been in existence since 2008 and has spurred over $15 million in development in the restoration and rehabilitation of downtown…
Washington IA — your go to place for a day of relaxing and photographing. Start downtown on the historic square and take a walk. Look up at all the building facades, notice the doorknobs, walk into the court house, notice the building across the street with mail slots in the doors, walk down the alley.…
Hi, my name is Amanda Goldsmith and I am the owner and creator of Mystic Creations Soaps. I make fun handcrafted glycerin soaps, bath products, and items to make your home smell wonderful. Established in 2001, my home has always been Washington County. I started Mystic Creations Soaps as an outlet for creative energy and…
The idea of the L.E.T.’s Center began around a kitchen table out of frustration at a lack of a place for people to go and experience, practice, and do art! The type of art did not matter, but the mission was set. Find people who love all types of art and get them in the…
Hello, I am Virginia Boshart. I live in Washington with my husband that I met and married here. We love small town living and enjoy all it has to offer. I have always been fascinated with rocks, stones, and crystals. Several years ago I started to learn about all the different types and what minerals…
My name is Ashley Stout and I am the artist at the center of River Bottom Hill Co. I love trees so much I turned them into a jewelry line. I make tree pendants and earrings. Each hand formed frame holds a tiny wire tree with gemstone leaves. I also make larger framed trees, which…
Next door to Cafe Dodici is Dodici’s Shop – an eclectic coffee shop offering organic coffee and espresso drinks, gourmet wraps and sandwiches, unique gift items, and wines from around the world. After opening restaurant Cafe Dodici, owner Lorraine felt that the town needed a more laid back atmosphere where customers can feel comfortable enjoying…
The Dodici Night Suites began with one apartment, located above Dodici’s Shop, now called the “Family Suite,” rented out by the night. Complete with two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and living room, the Family Suite has hosted our guests since 2006. As our downtown square flourished with renovations, beautification, and new retail stores, demand for…
We at Cafe Dodici take pride in the quality of our food. For you to enjoy the life essence of what you eat, we choose the best quality food both locally and from Italy. Then we take care to ensure that the foods’ natural, nourishing qualities are respected in the cooking process. Co-owner Alessandro was…
Cafe Dodici — more than just a place to eat! Our goal is to provide you with a fulfilling dining experience with quality food, skillfully prepared and enjoyed in a welcoming, refined dining environment. Restaurateurs Lorraine Williams, her husband Alessandro Scipioni, and their niece Tsalika Rich have a unique philosophy on life and food that…
Woodworking has always been a hobby of mine. I worked the family farm Northeast of Washington for most of my life. My wife Connie (now deceased) and I started making wood toys for the nephews years ago when they were young. These early toys are still in good working shape and used by the nieces…
My mother taught me to sew when I was still in grade school. I have always enjoyed creating quilts, potholders, embroidered towels, stuffed animals and more for family and friends. I use a Pfaff sewing machine, a Brothers embroidery machine and a Brothers serger machine. I use special software to create my own embroidery designs.…
Everywhere I turn on social media – I see a dot-painting group advertised, and I love it! I originally began painting dots 4 years ago, after I finding some perfectly round stones at a shop. With my background in art, being a Scorpio (this is a water sign and river rocks are often smooth and…
Nick and Sue Reed operate a saddle shop in rural Washington County. We have been building saddles since 1996 along with other horse/mule tack and leather goods. The shop began with Nick’s interest in horses and wanting to learn to build good fitting, quality gear. He first hired an experienced saddle maker and has taken…
I am Carol Wehr. My husband Ron needed another Hobby 30 some years ago and decided to learn the art of beekeeping. I decided to join him because he would go beekeeping and not show up for hours. Now we are both hooked on beekeeping. The challenge of controlling mother nature can be captivating. Honey…
Living in Washington is like having the best of both worlds. You get the feel of the small town atmosphere, yet you are woven into a small beautiful farming community with lots to offer. Our beautiful Sunset Park is walking distance from downtown. Its character adds to the uniqueness of living in Iowa. The trees,…
Washington has been a delightful surprise to my little family. My husband is a Washington native and we moved here in April to be closer to his family and raise our daughter. Although we had family and friends from Washington with views on what to do and where, it was really important for us to…
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