Winnebago Historical Society

Winnebago Historical Society The Winnebago Historical Society is housed in the Mansion Museum at 336 N. Clark St. Now online and digitized for everyone to enjoy.

https://forestcity.advantage-preservation.com

Utilize this link to access your local Forest City and surrounding area history dating back to the first newspapers available. For additional information on this or any of the features or services brought to you on behalf of the Winnebago Historical Society please contact [email protected]

NO COAST ROLLS IN!!!Heritage Park's "Bowl" shared with WGO has hosted many celebrities including Alabama, Toby Keith, Br...
09/02/2026

NO COAST ROLLS IN!!!
Heritage Park's "Bowl" shared with WGO has hosted many celebrities including Alabama, Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, and Jelly Roll and others but the No Coast Weekend is always a hit and well attended. The horsepower and chrome will start to roll in on Friday for a salute weekend to those who run the "Big Rigs"! Its a red, white and blue weekend for those who deliver the goods!! join us and bring the family as the kids will love what they have in store!!

ON THE LAUNCH PAD! THE SILVER BOOT WINNEBAGO EXPRESS IS OUT OF THE SHOP AND HAS MADE ITS FIRST LAP OF OUR 850 FOOT TRACK...
09/02/2026

ON THE LAUNCH PAD!
THE SILVER BOOT WINNEBAGO EXPRESS IS OUT OF THE SHOP AND HAS MADE ITS FIRST LAP OF OUR 850 FOOT TRACK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PARK. THE 1955 HURLBUT LOCOMOTIVE AND TRAIN HAS LITERALLY HAULED THOUSANDS OF KIDS AND IS READY TO CONTINUE ITS MISSION THANKS TO JERRY HOLMES ON THE ROLLING EQUIPMENT AND DEWEY ROLLS ON THE TRACK PLUS SEVEN OTHER DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS TO MAKE THIS HAPPENED. NOW SOME DECORATIVE ROCK WILL BE ADDED TO THE BASE AND A FEW MORE TEST LAPS AND WE ARE READY FOR YOUR FAMILY SEPT 19 AND 2OTH. ALSO THE NEW VERHOEF RAILROAD MUSEUM LAYOUT IN THE MADISON COUNTRY SCHOOL IS SURE TO BRING THE KID OUT OF ALL OF US!!!
COLOR US EXCITED!!
PRESERVE, PROTECT AND PRESENT IS OUR MISSION!!
WHAT DO YOU THINK?!!!!!

09/01/2026

We are still seeking Community Partners and for the Stand Down. If you want to help, please register with one of our links below

Use this link to register to be a participating agency at the 9/26/26 Stand Down: https://forms.gle/JSxCJwbPSo38YWB46

Use this link to volunteer at the 9/26/2026 Stand Down: https://forms.gle/kLDTsnnXFLKvvuC67

08/31/2026

THE MOVING WALL IS COMING TO MASON CITY - September 25–28, 2026

WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT:
✅ Honor those who gave their lives for our country
✅ Welcome home and recognize our Vietnam Veterans
✅ Learn the stories behind the names etched on the Wall
✅ Share a meaningful experience with family and friends
✅ Preserve the legacy of service, sacrifice, and patriotism for future generations

Use this link to volunteer at the 9/25-9/28/26 Vietnam Replica Wall: https://forms.gle/5Ti2Yi1Jq7oUQh6ZA

Please SHARE this post and help us spread the word. We are seeking volunteers, sponsors, and community partners to make this historic event a success.

9/26/26

08/30/2026

We are still seeking Community Partners and for the Stand Down. If you want to help, please register with one of our links below

Use this link to register to be a participating agency at the 9/26/26 Stand Down: https://forms.gle/JSxCJwbPSo38YWB46
Use this link to volunteer at the 9/26/2026 Stand Down: https://forms.gle/kLDTsnnXFLKvvuC67

08/29/2026

Discover the No Coast Large Cars Truck Show, happening Labor Day weekend in Iowa! Join us for a weekend of trucks, entertainment, and fun!

NEXT WEEKENDONE BIG TRUCK STOP RIGHT HEREHERITAGE PARKNO COAST TRUCK SHOW
08/29/2026

NEXT WEEKEND
ONE BIG TRUCK STOP RIGHT HERE
HERITAGE PARK
NO COAST TRUCK SHOW

08/28/2026

A bunch of good Guys and a lady with a sign!

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336 N Clark Street
Forest City, IA
50436

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(641) 585-2308

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