Amana Colonies, Historic German settlement in Iowa County, United States
Seven interconnected villages spread across 26,000 acres feature traditional sandstone buildings, communal kitchens, and craft workshops reflecting German architectural designs.
German Pietists established this settlement in 1855 after relocating from Buffalo, New York, creating a self-sufficient community that maintained communal living until 1932.
The villages preserve German traditions through specialized crafts, including furniture making, basket weaving, wool processing, and wine production techniques passed down through generations.
Visitors can explore multiple craft shops, restaurants serving traditional German meals, wineries, and museums connected by clearly marked roads throughout the seven villages.
Each village maintains its original communal kitchen buildings where residents once gathered three times daily for meals eaten in complete silence.
Location: Iowa County
GPS coordinates: 41.79972,-91.92083
Latest update: May 13, 2025 03:37
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