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Shopping Grotto of Redemption
Location – North end of Broadway Ave West Bend is home of the Grotto of the Redemption, the largest Grotto in the world. Frequently called “the Eighth Wonder of the World”, the Grotto represents the largest collection of minerals and petrification concentrated in any one spot in the world. The Grotto of the Redemption is a composite of nine separate grottos, each portraying a scene in the life of Christ and His work of redeeming the world. A museum, gift shop, and camping facilities are also located on the grotto grounds. The Grotto is open year round with guided tours given from May 1 – October 16. Daily tours are every hour from 10 AM – 5 PM. The Grotto is financed by your donations. Suggested donations are $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children. www.westbendgrotto.com Historical SitesSchool House and Post
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Sod House 
This replica of a prairie sod house was used as a
temporary dwelling for early pioneers. With the passing of the Homestead
Act in the 1850’s, Pioneers were given 150 acres of free Historical Museum The museum houses an extensive collection of items from the local area; including early agriculture implements, antique home furnishings and clothing. Historical Society
Old Fashioned Soda Fountain This old-fashioned soda fountain, located in The Villager,
will take you back Lodging Park
View Inn & Suites
Grotto Campground 80 electrical hook-ups
DiningCasey’s Cenex Daily Bread West Wagon Wheel Café West Bend Golf &
Country Club Catering Kampen Foods West Bend Golf &
Country Club ShoppingStroll West Bend’s downtown area and browse through our retail stores. You’ll find a fine selection of gifts, decorating items and collectibles. Sample Itinerary
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Palo Alto County’s first one-room school was
restored in 1976 and moved to West Bend. This school – with its
authentic furnishings – provides children and adults with a glimpse
of education from the past. In 1998, the original town Post Office was
restored and placed adjacent to the school. 
land
if they would live on it for 5 years in a dwelling with a door and a
window. With no large trees on the prairie, sod houses were the answer
until lumber arrived via the railroad. A family of 6-8 would live in
a sod house of this size. A loft would be built for the children to
sleep. Meals were cooked outdoors in the 
summer to keep it cool inside.
The
Villager - 105 S Broadway Ave, West Bend IA
in time to the early 1930’s, when malted milks, milk shakes, and
cherry, lemon and lime cokes were once standard fare for young and old
as they took breaks from work or studies or met friends for relaxing
small talk. Adjoining The Villager is the old Mike’s Meat Market
building, which was remodeled into a gift shop in 2000.
This
36-unit motel features an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna and exercise
room. The conference center and party room are great for wedding receptions,
family gatherings and much more. Make your stay extra special by booking
one of the 6 themed suites – Americana, Fishing, Honeymoon, Hunting,
Lighthouse and Safari. A continental breakfast, featuring Butter Braid®
caramel rolls, is available daily.
515-887-2371 
The Living Vine Bed and Breakfast