Local Attractions
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Capitol II Theatre
Locally owned theatre in Newton, IA that provides entertainment for all ages.
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Iowa Speedway
Iowa Speedway is a 7/8-mile (1.4 km) paved oval motor racing track in Newton, Iowa, approximately 30 mi (48 km) east of Des Moines.
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Jasper County Historical Museum
The Jasper County Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of our community. This includes the development of our industry, agriculture, commerce, society, and most importantly, the stories of our people.
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Maytag Hometown Store
Experience the Maytag Dairy Farms legacy by visiting Nostalgia Wine & Spirits located at 109 N. 2nd Ave E inside the historic Maytag Hotel in the heart of downtown Newton, IA- a convenient location to find Maytag cheese favorites.
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Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
The Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public garden. We cultivate multiple garden landscapes to enrich, inspire, and educate, as well as provide a space to decompress.
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Newton Community Theatre
Our goal at the Newton Community Theatre is to deliver top-notch theatre productions to the communities of Jasper County. We work hard to share our talents and resources to provide an enriching and educational experience for all who attend.
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Newton Kart Klub
The Newton Kart Club features sprint dirt kart racing April through September, for karts, Micros and the Hoosier Adrenaline Series.
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Newton YMCA
The Newton YMCA is a nonprofit organization in Jasper County dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are a community-driven group promoting potential, health, and responsibility.
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Valle Drive-In
Valle, established in 1948, is Iowa's oldest drive-in. It is authentic, with original teasers played before the movies, a snack shack, and a popcorn maker.
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Westwood Golf Course
Westwood Golf Course in Newton is a beautiful and challenging 18-hole course, easily accessible from exits 159 or 164 on I-80, and less than 25 minutes from eastern Polk County.