Iowa Heartland History Connection

Hands on History Summer Day Camp - For Students in Grades 1 - 4
2026-06-09 09:00 - 2026-06-11 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Iowa Heartland History Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Ottumwa, IA, 52501, United States
Register at: https://iaheartland.org/summer-camp-registration/
Spots are limited. Registration and payment must be received by May 15, 2026 to secure your student’s spot.
Limited scholarships/financial aid are available thanks to support from the Ottumwa Legacy Foundation. Register and select “scholarship” during the checkout process. Iowa Heartland History Connection Board of Directors will contact you for further information.

Hands on History Summer Day Camp - Grades 5 - 8
2026-06-16 09:00 - 2026-06-18 12:00 | Iowa Heartland History Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Ottumwa, IA, 52501, United States

America's 250th Anniversary - Hometown History Celebration
2026-07-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Iowa Heartland History Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Ottumwa, IA, 52501, United States

Music on the Porch - American Gothic House
2026-08-29 11:00 - 15:00 | American Gothic House, 300 American Gothic St, Eldon, IA, 52554, United States
Join our friends at the American Gothic House in Eldon, IA for a relaxing, beautiful afternoon of community, connection, and incredible live tunes!
We are proud to participate in Play Music on the Porch Day, a global movement that brings people together through the universal language of music.
Bring your favorite lawn chair, pack a cozy blanket, and find a sunny spot on the grass in front of the historic American Gothic House to hear some of our favorite local artists perform right from the porch.
The 2026 Lineup
Tom Shadonix
Adam Kulmatycki
Days Live Music
Stay Hungry for BBQ Brought to you by:
Sweet ‘n Saucy
Event Details & FAQ When: Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: American Gothic House Center (on the front lawn!)
Admission: 100% FREE! No reservations or tickets required.
The Center: Enjoy free admission to the American Gothic House Center during the event! (Please note: our costume dress-up drawer will be tucked away for the day so we can focus on the music).
What to bring: Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, sunscreen, and your friends!
Weather Policy: In the event of inclement weather, the program will be canceled.
