A three hour guided driving tour through the Amana Colonies showcasing historic attributes of the villages while also discussing how life is today. Tour stops include the Communal Kitchen Museum, the High Amana General Store, the Communal Church Museum, various businesses and attractions and travels throughout the seven villages.

The tour runs Monday– Saturday, leaving the Visitor\'s Center at 10 a.m. Seating is limited, please call (319) 622-7622 to reserve your seat. Cost: $18 for adults, $13 for children 10 and under.

Have a large group? The capacity for the van is 10 people, so if you would like to book the van for your group, call (319) 622-7622 for more information.

www.AmanaColonies.com

This guided walking tour through the village of Amana illustrates the historical aspects of communal life, architecture, agriculture and much more!
 

Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. from the Visitors Center and lasts approximately one hour.
Cost: $7 for adults, $2 for children 12 and under.

For large groups, call (319) 622-7622 for information on booking a tour.
www.AmanaColonies.com
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.

Join modern American woodworking hand tool makers and fellow enthusiasts for a weekend immersion is all things handwork. Unplug from the world of machines, dust, and noise while enjoying the crisp, satisfying experience of the hand plane, hand saw and chisel. Experience how the the original Amana furniture makers worked in wood, and purchase tools from these modern moguls of hand tool manufacture.

Over two dozen manufacturers and artisans dedicated to resurrecting traditional woodworking tools and techniques will bring their products and expertise, along with workbenches for anyone to try out the tools and learn first-hand from these experts what the hand-tool Renaissance is all about. Learn to hand-cut dovetails that no machine could ever duplicate (it's easier than you think.) Or pass a razor-sharp smoothing plane over a piece of cherry and be dazzled at the gleaming, lustrous finish left in its wake. Not only will there be tools and toolmakers, but expert hand-tool furniture makers as well. Learn first-hand how hand tools make woodworking more precise, easier, more satisfying and meaningful. If you've never used precise, finely-made woodworking tools, Handworks is the place to do it.

Special Presentation and Lecture:
Join conservator and furniture expert Don Williams and hand tool expert and author Chris Schwarz for a behind-the-curtain look at the famous tool chest of Henry O. Studley. This chest was made famous during its time at the Smithsonian Institution, and now Williams and Schwarz have gained exclusive access to this elusive gem in the process of preparing for the upcoming Lost Art Press publication about the chest. The pair have cataloged every tool and construction detail of Studley's masterwork. Don't miss this rare chance to learn about the chest and its tools in greater detail from the two men closest to the chest.

Date Time and Location:

Friday May 24, 10am-6pm
Saturday May 25, 9am-6pm (Studley lecture starts at 10am)

Admission is free, donations at the door appreciated.
www.handworks.co

 The 22nd annual IOWA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL & Gathering o'Celts will bring 200 costumed characters, 18 professional performing troupes, dozens of headliner stage shows on six stages of entertainment in a pastoral village that features three living-history re-enactment realms and a horseback jousting arena.  The merchants bazaar will feature 60 artisans and crafters who come in from all over the U.S.  There will also be a wide variety of hands-on activities for all ages and numerous displays/exhibits.  For all the details go to www.iowarenfest.com or contact greg@festint.com  (641) 357-5177.

TOUR OFFERED THE FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAYS OF JUNE, JULY, AND AUGUST.

Take a walking tour of the village of Amana and learn about the Colonies' wine making history.  We will stop at several wineries to sample their wines and learn what makes them special. Begins at the Amana Heritage Museum.

Location: Village of Amana
Time: 4 pm
Admission: $5/person

319-622-3567
www.amanaheritage.org
 

 Folk artists, artisans and crafters share their work with visitors in different blocks of time, 1800 to present.  Event locations are in Middle Amana, High Amana, West Amana, South Amana and Homestead.

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

TOURS OFFERED THE SECOND AND FOURTH FRIDAYS OF JUNE, JULY, AND AUGUST

Learn about Amana’s industrial past, including the millrace, the woolen mill and calico factory.  Tour starts at the Amana Woolen Mill.

Location: Village of Amana
Time: 4 pm
Admission: $5/person

319-622-3567
www.amanaheritage.org

Gathering of Allis Chalmers tractors and other farm implements; kiddie tractor pull, parade each day.  Displays, memorabilia and much more.

309-887-4719

www.theallisconnection.com

Free event!

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

TOURS OFFERED FRIDAYS IN JULY - SEPTEMBER

Take a guided tour through the streets of historic Amana and hear stories of our unique, yet all-American past. Tours begin at the Amana Heritage Museum at 5:00 pm. Tours are $5.00 or they are free with museum admission.

Location: Tour starts at the Amana Heritage Museum
Time: 5 pm
Admission: $5/person or free with museum admission

319-622-3567
www.amanaheritage.org

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

During the communal era, 55 communal kitchens served five daily meals. Each kitchen served 10 families; 40 or so people, and prepared all the food for the residents. Meals consisted of meat, bread, and vegetables, all produced in the Colonies. The tradition continues today in our restaurants and specialty food shops. Our food isn’t fancy, so if your looking for haute cuisine, you won’t find it here! What you will find is fresh foods made like grandma made them, served in abundance.
 

The tour gives samples of all the great food and beverages made here in the Colonies, some reminiscent of the communal era, some new creations to whet your appetite. Either way, you will enjoy all the great samples and come to understand the rich history of the Colonies and how we preserve and grow our unique heritage.
 

The walking tour leaves the Visitors Center at 1 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Reservations are required. Call (319) 622-7622 for more details.

Cost is $25/person, must be 21 years of age to participate.
 

After a six-year hiatus, the Iowa State Cornhusking Competition will be held at the Amana Colonies RV Park & Event Center on October 12th, 2013.  Iowa Corn Husking, Inc. invites contestant and spectators to enjoy a day of competitve corn husking, which will give competitors in men's, women's, and youth dvisions the chance to qualify for the National Cornhusking Competition held on Oct 20-21 in Central City, Nebraska.  Join us for a glimpse into Iowa's rich agricultural heritage that still provides great fun and physical challenge.  For more information or to register as a picker, please contact David VandenBoom at framer1961@mchsi.com or 641-919-2042.

The Villages of Amana Christmas Haus Tour will be held on December 1 from 10am-4pm and December 2nd from 4pm-8pm.  Visitors can welcome in the Holiday season by touring five homes throughout the historic villages.  Visit with homeowners and get to know the Colonies in a whole new way.  The Amana Arts Guild's "Weihnachtsmarkt" will offer unique handmade Colony art and crafts.  Hot cider and cookies will be available.  The cost of the tour is $10 and children under 12 are free.  Tickets in advance can be purchased at the Amana Colonies Visitors Center or the day of the event at each home on the tour.

Hours are:

Saturday, December 1, 10am-4pm

Sunday, December 2, 4pm-8pm