Madison County Historical Complex

08/12/2026

If you were unable to attend our Hill O' Beans on 8/11 here is a link to the recording. Thank you Mary Jo Achee for the wonderful history of the Caleb and Ruth Clark family.

Clark descendant, Mary Jo Achee, will provide a history of the Clar...

08/12/2026

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08/10/2026

Flat Charlie is out for his last week of exploring! Good luck and happy hunting!

Week #10 Clue: This sprawling green space has something for explorers, dreamers, and adventurers of every age.

08/03/2026

Flat Charlie is out for Week #9. Here's your clue:

This community gathering place has been inspiring creativity in Winterset since 1958, filling its walls with paintings, pottery, and one-of-a-kind works made by local hands.

07/27/2026

Flat Charlie Week #8. Here's your clue:

This quiet shaded spot got its name from a form of transportation that most people don't use anymore. Rest here and see if anyone in your group can guess what used to roll right through this neighborhood!

07/21/2026

Let's spread love and kindness to our beloved Luna, our resident cat! 🐱❤️ By respecting her special dietary needs, we can ensure she stays healthy and happy. She thrives on attention and affection, so please shower her with cuddles and love! Thank you for being considerate of her well-being.

07/21/2026

Flat Charlie is back for Week #7, a day late!

Believe in the power of preservation! This historic wooden structure once bridged the gap for farmers and travelers on horseback, now it stands strong for you to walk through and experience the beauty of the past. Can you uncover the oldest secret hidden in the wooden carvings?

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07/17/2026

New ground pots were added to the Friends of Winterset Parks & Recreation downtown flower basket project this year, and Madison County Historical Complex and Madison County Historic Preservation Commission were asked to donate the baskets adorning Monumental Park. And WOW are they stunning right now!! We were more than happy to contribute to keeping the Winterset downtown looking beautiful!

07/14/2026

Week #6 of Flat Charlie!

A boy born in a tiny house in a small Iowa town grew up to become one of the most famous Americans who ever lived. Find the larger-than-life statue outside and see if you can match his pose!

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07/06/2026

Week #5 of Flat Charlie. Remember to return him to the Madison County Historical Complex for a prize.

Clue: A single rock with words on it marks the spot where the story is told of something you've probably eaten hundreds of times. Read it aloud to see if anyone in your group already knew the story!

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