Buffalo Bill Cody Homestead
The boyhood home of Buffalo Bill Cody, government Scout and Wild West Showman, is located in the broad valley of the Wapsipinicon River, a short 20 minute drive from I-80. The 1847 farmhouse, entered in the National Registry of Historic Places, was built by Isaac Cody, Buffalo Bill's father, of native limestone and contains walnut floors and trim.
The Homestead has been restored and furnished with items typical of the mid-19th century. Cody Homestead is nestled in scenic hillside overlooking the rich Iowa prairie where buffalo graze on the land surrounding the house. The Cody Homestead is air conditioned.
OPEN DAILY
9 AM - 5 PM
April thru October
Adults $2, 16 and under free.
Located at 28050 230th Ave, at Bluff Road
Scott County, Iowa
Phone: (563) 225-2981
Features
Thursday, November 26, 2020 to Friday, November 27, 2020
Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27, 2020 in observation of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the General Store is closed Saturday.
Thursday, November 19, 2020 - 2:40pm
The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center of the Scott County Conservation Board is seeking qualified individuals to serve as a temporary AmeriCorps 4-H Environmental Education Member.
The Three-Quarter time position requires the successful completion of at least 1200 hours of service by term end (9 months, approximately 30-40 hours weekly). The Member will receive: a living allowance of $10,080 to be distributed equally by month over the term of service, a $4,336.50 Segal Education Award upon completion of the term, student loan deferment, leadership and skill development, as well as hands-on [ Click Title for Full Article ]
Bike and Equestrian trails are CLOSED due to conditions.
- When open, please avoid any areas that may be wet.
- At times, trails are closed due to weather conditions.
If you would like additional information, please call Scott County Park at (563) 328-3282 ext 1.