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Top of Iowa Welcome Center and Rest Area

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Top of Iowa Welcome Center and Rest Area

Top of Iowa Welcome Center and Rest Area Primary Iowa Welcome Center & I-35 Rest Area. Barn Boutique Gift shop and Patriotic Rock.

02/26/2025

National Chili Day on the fourth Thursday in February honors one of America’s favorite winter dishes. Chili is an ideal slow-cooker dish because its flavor improves with a long, slow simmer. You can make a big batch, perfect for a cold-weather get-together, or if you’re making it for a smaller group, the leftovers freeze well. Enjoy!

02/23/2025

A library card opens up so many doors for kids and adults. Building literacy skills in children is one of the most effective ways to ensure they can achieve their full potential in school and throughout life. School and public libraries are extremely important for providing kids with free access to interesting books and materials. During National Library Lovers Month, promote the power of a library card to celebrate literacy and show your love for the library.

02/22/2025

February is National Cancer Prevention Month. You might be surprised to learn that more than 50 ribbons represent different cancers. In a world where cancer affects so many lives, it's important to know there are many ways to help prevent cancer and awareness ribbons help to raise awareness, promote early detection, and support the patients and survivors in our lives.

02/21/2025

On this day in 1962 John Glenn became the first American to orbit Earth. It was an exciting day and memorable one. Our school had a TV in the lunchroom and all of the little grade school kids had the opportunity to see history being made. Many thanks to Iowa Public Schools.

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day! If you're still looking for Valentine gifts we have plenty of them! Browse the Barn Boutique and find something special for your sweetie!

02/13/2025

Stop by the Barn Boutique and browse our unique collection of Valentine's Day gifts and home decor!

02/12/2025

It's dangerously cold outside. Bundling up and staying dry are two of the best things you can do to stay safe. Dressing in layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than one bulky layer. Wear a warm hat, a scarf or mask to cover your face, gloves, water proof boots and an outer layer to keep out wind. Limit time outside and know the signs of frostbite (numb, gray-yellow or waxy skin) & hypothermia (shivering, exhaustion, confusion.) Stay

02/11/2025

Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Stop by the Barn Boutique and browse our unique collection of Valentine's Day gifts and home decor!

02/07/2025

Today is National Wear Red Day! Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Chances are we all know a woman affected by heart disease and stroke. Bring together the people in your life you care about and wear RED today to be seen, to be counted, to be heard, to make an impact.

02/05/2025

Love birds, hearts and roses are symbols of love and friendship. Browse the Barn Boutique for unique Valentine's Day gifts and home decor!

02/03/2025

orFebruary is National Heart Month. Anyone can be at risk for heart disease so it's a good time to talk with your physician about your own heart health and potential risk factors. Even small changes such as eating healthier and getting more exercise can help reduce your risk. Learn more at heart.org or cdc.gov. Also, National Wear Red Day® is Friday, February 7. Wear Red to help raise awareness of the No. 1 killer of women, cardiovascular disease.

01/28/2025

Today is National Plan for Vacation Day! Visit topofiowa.com for travel ideas and trip planning resources! At the Welcome Center, we have literally hundreds of travel guides and brochures for places to go and things to do across the state of Iowa to inspire you!

01/26/2025

What better to do on a chilly January day than to start thinking about your next adventure?! National Plan for Vacation Day is a reminder to start conversations with your traveling companions, synchronize calendars and think about where you want to go! For inspiration, visit topofiowa.com and/or stop at the Welcome Center and pick up some new travel guides.

01/16/2025

Hot soup on a cold winter night is true comfort food. This is a great time to plan a "soup swap". You can make it a social get together with a soup tasting, snacks and games or simply exchange containers of your favorite soups with your friends and family, and keep your freezers full all season long!

01/13/2025

Keeping your feet warm when it's cold can help you feel more comfortable even when you turn down the thermostat. Wearing a pair of socks to bed will even help you sleep better!

01/09/2025

It's January and it's cold outside. Bundling up and staying dry are two of the best things you can do to stay safe. Dressing in layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than one bulky layer. Wear a warm hat, a scarf or mask to cover your face, gloves, water proof boots and an outer layer to keep out wind. Check out the nice hand-knitted scarves and mittens we have at the Barn Boutique!

Address

I-35 Exit 214, 4705 Wheelerwood Road
Northwood, IA
50459

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16413243184

Website

http://www.topofiowa.com/

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How many times over the last two years have you said, “I need a vacation?” This time around, make it happen! For inspiration visit the Welcome Center or topofiowa.com. #PlanForVacation

Vaca Up NPVD22

DYK: American workers left an average of 29% of their paid time off on the table last year? Burning up vacation days leads to burning out at work— #PlanForVacation now! Get inspired! Visit topofiowa.com for ideas and pick up colorful travel guides and brochures at the Welcome Center to plan your trips.

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Listen up—it’s time to stop pretending working from home can replace vacation time. Schedule your time off and get AWAY— Visit topofiowa.com/travel-resources--apps and let us help you plan your Iowa adventure! #PlanForVacation.

Did you leave unused paid vacation days on the table in 2019? We have travel guides, brochures, maps and other resources from destinations and attractions across the state of Iowa. Stop by the Welcome Center and let our travel counselors help you plan how to use ALL of your vacation in 2020.