On your Countryside Tour you may visit four of the attractions listed. The demonstrations are exclusively for the Countryside Tours.

Kalona Quilt & Textile Museum houses nearly 200 quilts in the museum quilt collection. The collection was begun by Marilyn Woodin, quilt collector, and now curator for the museum with 32 quilts donated in the year 2000. Since that time benefactors have donated quilts and brought the collection to 200, which are kept in a humidity controlled, light controlled room. Quilt exhibits are on a rotating basis every three months with other collectors adding to the exhibit with loans of quilts. Kalona is known as the Quilt Capitol of Iowa. Kalona Historical Village - Relive the 1800's when you visit the Historical Village with its 13 authentically restored buildings. At the Mennonite Museum and Archives you will find many historical items and artifacts related to the Amish and Mennonite history and culture. As you leave behind the stress of today's world, expect to be refreshed and invigorated with many insights into the deeply abiding family values, work and unpretentious lifestyles. Kalona Bakery - Famous for its homemade breads, noodles, rolls, and cookies - see egg noodles being made. Kalona Cheese Factory (Twin County Dairy) - Watch the actual cheese-making process through observation windows, then sample some delicious cheese curds made fresh daily. Preserves, crackers, sausages, and assorted gift foods are also for sale. Schlabaugh & Sons features hardwood decorative accessories and gifts, including solid oak and walnut clocks, hand mirrors, gourmet kitchenware, and custom furniture. Woodin Wheel Quilts, Antiques & Gifts - Sponsor of the Annual Kalona Quilt Show & Sale, draws thousands of visitors from across the country. The owner will present a lecture. Enjoy the Christmas room open year 'round. Community Country Store - An authentic Amish country store which specializes in kitchenware and bulk groceries. Closed every Tuesday. No buses or photos please. Sunnyside Conservative Mennonite Church - In the sanctuary a church member explains the basic beliefs of the Church, and the changes it has undergone since its origin in 16th Century Europe. Time is allowed to answer any questions. JK Creative Wood & Gifts - Discover a variety of unique handcrafted wood gifts made in a countryside shop. As you tour the shop, enjoy watching the process used to create our unique designs. The showroom creatures handmade gifts by other talented artisans as well as quilts and jellies made by our Amish neighbors. Pink Begonia - Watch how to weave a "market" basket by hand with reed. Fibre Nut Yarn Shop - Learn the old world tradition of spinning wool on a spinning wheel. Village Shoppe Art and Gift Gallery - Specializing in P. Buckley Moss hundreds of new and rare Moss prints, porcelain art plates and ornaments, professional custom framing. Hear an informative talk on P. Buckley Moss, and her inspiration. Midwest Wood Working - An authentic Amish furniture shop and showroom featuring handcrafted rustic log furniture. The owner demonstrates debarking cedar logs with a drawknife - one of the steps used in log furniture building. Downtown Kalona Shopping - Discover an exceptional selection of antiques, handmade items, gifts, fabrics, weavings, artworks, and apparel. See why Kalona is rightly called The Quilt Capital of Iowa.

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