The boyhood home of Buffalo Bill Cody, government Scout and Wild West Showman, is located in the broad valley of the Wapsipinicon River, a short 20 minute drive from I-80. The 1847 farmhouse, entered in the National Registry of Historic Places, was built by Isaac Cody, Buffalo Bill's father, of native limestone and contains walnut floors and trim.
The Homestead has been restored and furnished with items typical of the mid-19th century. Cody Homestead is nestled in scenic hillside overlooking the rich Iowa prairie where buffalo graze on the land surrounding the house. The Cody Homestead is air conditioned.
OPEN DAILY
9 AM - 5 PM
TEMPORARY HOURS
MON-FRI: CLOSED; SAT-SUN: 9AM-5PM
April thru October
Adults $2, 16 and under free.
Located at 28050 230th Ave, at Bluff Road
Scott County, Iowa
Phone: (563) 225-2981
The Scott County Conservation Board normally meets the second Wednesday of every month at the West Lake Park Headquarters office. Find agendas and minutes when available.
Conservation Department (Part-time) $15.00 to $17.00 per hour
Admission: FREE with food donation for the North Scott Food Pantry
Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Thursday, November 28, 2024 and Friday, November 29, 2024 in observation of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the General Store is closed Saturday.
Learn how to make a natural wreath with Naturalist Mike. Grapevine will be used to create a wreath base which is then decorated with pine boughs, pinecones, seeds, and nuts. Participants my bring items to decorate and personalize their own creations. This class costs $10/wreath.
Online registrations is required. Click the link to register: Wreath