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BENTONSPORT
HISTORIC DISTRICT

Explore this historic village with working artisans, antiques, crafts, museums, lodging and campgrounds.
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Bentonsport Rose Garden
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Bentonsport Historic District
Relax and enjoy the charm of this artistic, historic village in SE Iowa. Walk among the historic buildings from a long ago era that are now filled with working artisans, crafts and antiques. Across from the shops, the Des Moines River meanders along the county park and under a historic truss walking bridge.  
The Indian Artifact Museum, historic bridge, flower gardens are all part of the village charm.
Plan a stay overnight at the original steamship Inn or bring a camper to the Bentonsport campground so stay and explore the neighboring villages and attractions.

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Van Buren County Conservation Board
816 Franklin St.
Keosauqua, Iowa 52565
319-293-3589
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Van Buren County Conservation  does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in relation to any of the parks  events or activities offered to the public.
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