The Chamber has teamed up with the ISU Extension Office to whip up a feast of resources for families to discover all the cool summer shenanigans in town.
Find unique gift, home and wardrobe items throughout Washington, Iowa! Quaint shops offer up candles, sewing supplies, repurposed vintage items, home goods, books and gifts.
If you’re traveling to Washington for the day, why not spend the night here, too? Hospitality includes motels, unique suites, camping and lodging for groups.
Explore the outdoors in Washington, Iowa! Bikers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts are welcome here, where we are surrounded by the beauty of nature at every turn.
Performances, movies, visual arts and hands-on creativity take center stage in Washington! Come for the World’s Oldest Continually Operating Movie Theater and stay for the incredible performing arts spaces, art galleries and places to create!
Washington Chamber’s Business & Citizen of Year Announced at the Annual Dinner(4/16/2024)-Washington Chamber of Commerce 205 West Main Street (319) 653-3272 Chamber.washingtoniowa.org [email protected] WASHINGTON, IOWA — Tuesday, March 26, 2024 The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was held March 25, at the Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. The partnership includes the Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG), Main Street Washington and the Washington Chamber of…
Leadership Washington Tours Washington County(4/15/2024)-PRESS RELEASE Leadership Washington County History Day 4/11/24 Erika Custer – [email protected] | 319-653-2151 On Wednesday, April 10th the Leadership Washington Class hopped on a school bus and traveled the countryside and townships as part of County History Day. The day was led by retired teacher and local historian, Mike Zahs and Committee Member, Erika Custer (Washington…
July in Downtown Washington(7/12/2024)-What’s New Main Street Washington NEW OFFICE at Greiner Plaza! Just last week, we moved into our new home at Greiner Plaza, 120 E Main St, Suite 6A. We are thrilled to be on Main Street with some great ‘neighbors’ like Thrivent, WEDG & WCRF (and obviously, Greiner Buildings)! We will be celebrating with the whole building on Friday, August 2nd so mark your calendars…
The lowdown on Downtown Washington(6/11/2024)-What’s New Triple M Nutrition has moved! Stop in to see Maddie at her new location within Purposefully You Boutique & Home (107 W 2nd St). She’s still whipping up delicious drinks & treats on the daily for you! Jaz It Up Boutique is closing it’s doors after 18 amazing years! Owner, Aimee, has absolutely loved bringing…
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Businesses celebrating an anniversary, new ownership, added services, or anything your business may want to celebrate, let us know! We would love to set up an Alive After 5 and/or a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Interested in learning more? Contact us today!
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SHOWING OF BRINTON SILENT MOVIES Narrated by Michael Zahs. The most significant collection of early films in the WORLD dating from 1895-1908 and were originally shown in Ainsworth over 100 years ago. (Ice cream will be avaiable provided by Ainsworth Dairy Mart) Doors will open at 7 p.m. at the Ainsworth Opera HouseFor more information:…
Kalona Historical Village
715 D Ave., Kalona, IA, United States
Hear Mee’s story of life in a refugee camp and immigration to the USA after the Vietnam conflict. Mee will tell the history and stories told throught the Hmong story cloths on exhibit and the museum.
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
Local growers, Aronia Estates and Blueberry Bottom, give an informational presentation on how they started their farms, while Mary Blosser explains how she uses aronia berries and blueberries in her farmer’s market products.
A guided tour by Micheal Zahs… you are sure to learn something new and FUN from the past. We will tour sites of historical and scenic interest in Louisa County. Transportation will be provided by a modern charter bus with limited seating available. We will visit some known and unknown cemeteries in addition to other…
Central Park Fountain | Town Square in Washington, Iowa
Central Park Fountain, Washington, IA, United States
State Auditor Rob Sand is coming to a community near you as part of his 100 Town Hall Tour. Auditor Sand invites members of the community and the media to learn more about the State Auditor’s role, the Public Innovations and Efficiencies (PIE) program created by Auditor Sand in 2019, and the most recent investigations…
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
Learn the ins & outs of the circulation desk, the care and feeding of books, and ninja moves to survive the library obstacle course.Registration required.
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIREDThis book club’s focus is anything on the NEW shelf, whether it is fiction, nonfiction or biography. Call the library at 653-2726 to register.
United Presbyterian Church
209 East Main St., Washington, IA, United States
Come listen to the work that’s being done as well as share your ideas to help our community at the fellowship hall in the United Presbyterian Church. For more details, contact us at 319-653-7758 ext. 109 or [email protected]