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General Dodge House
Once the residence of Civil War General Grenville M. Dodge, this three story historic house was built in 1869. The house is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday and group tours can be arranged.
Address: 605 3rd Street Council Bluffs IA USA
 1 712 322-2406
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Owned and operated by the State Historical Society of Iowa, the center includes the Path of Names and the Lied Historical Building, which hosts educational exhibits on the history of Iowa's western trails. Visitors can receive information and an orientation on the famous northbound Lewis and Clark trail or other westward routes such as the Oregon, Mormon and California trails. The center is open year round and group tours are available by appointment.
Address: 3434 Richard Downing Avenue Council Bluffs IA USA 51501
1 712 366-4900
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The Villisca Axe Murder House was the scene of a tragic crime in 1912, when eight people were murdered while they slept. The crime remains unsolved. After having been restored, the house is now open for tours to teach people about the mystery and the effects it had on the community. Open by appointment only.
Address: 323 E 4th Street Villisca IA USA 50864
1 712 621-4291
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Known as the Squirrel Cage Jail for its unique cylindrical design, this discontinued prison has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The jail has three floors of pie-shaped cells that were originally designed to be rotated by a hand crank. The jail was eventually closed due to safety concerns, but the site is open to the public. Individual and group tours are available from the Historical Society of Pottawatamie County.
Address: 228 Pearl Street Council Bluffs IA USA 51503
 Send an Email 1 712 323-2509
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