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Step straight into the pages of a romance novel and the golden age of Hollywood cinema in Winterset, Iowa—a town that effortlessly proves classic Americana is alive and thriving.
Just 2 and a half hours from Kansas City, Winterset, Iowa is set against the rolling, wooded hills of Madison County, this picture-perfect destination is world-renowned for its iconic 19th-century covered bridges and as the proud birthplace of cinematic legend John Wayne.
At its heart lies one of the most vibrant historic courthouse squares in the Midwest, where you can sip craft coffee, tour world-class textile exhibits at the Iowa Quilt Museum, and grab an award-winning tenderloin at a cafe immortalized on the silver screen.
Whether you’re climbing a hidden stone castle tower in the woods or embarking on a scenic drive across historic wooden bridges, Winterset delivers an enchanting, nostalgic getaway that feels both comfortably familiar and unforgettable.
9 Sept 2026
Destination Heartland: Seneca, Kansas
Seneca, Kansas, welcomes you with the kind of genuine, small-town warmth that makes you feel like an old friend the moment you arrive.
Just 2 hours northwest of Kansas City, Seneca is tucked into the rolling hills of northeast Kansas.
This historic community proudly preserves its roots as a vital stop along the legendary 1860s Pony Express route, blending fascinating pioneer history with a beautifully preserved downtown.
Here, you can spend your day exploring unique stone monuments, hunting for vintage treasures along a brick-paved Main Street, and winding down with a slice of legendary, scratch-made pie at a cozy local bakery.
It is a peaceful, authentic slice of the Heartland that invites you to slow down, explore, and enjoy the simple pleasures of Midwestern hospitality.
9 Sept 2026
Destination Heartland: Kirksville, Missouri
If you’re craving a road trip that perfectly blends vibrant college-town energy with serene natural beauty, Kirksville, Missouri, is the hidden gem you’ve been waiting to discover.
Just a scenic three-hour drive northeast of Kansas City, Kirksville is home to Truman State University. This welcoming community pairs a bustling, historic courthouse square packed with local boutiques and famous thin-crust pizzerias with world-renowned medical history.
Step just minutes outside of town, and you’ll find yourself canoeing on the glassy waters of Thousand Hills State Park or hiking quiet forested trails.
It is an effortlessly charming, easygoing escape that invites you to slow down, explore, and experience the very best of northeast Missouri.
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