Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village
Walnut Grove was a Scott County cross-roads settlement and stage coach stop of the 1860s. The Village includes 22 historic buildings, some relocated from rural Scott County. Pioneer Village has accessible and modern restroom facilities. Great for school groups, weddings and family picnics.
Open Daily
April 1 through October 31
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Suggested Donation/Admission
$2 adults, $1 kids, under 5 free. Fee charged for special events (see calendar) and guided tours, call for dates.
(563) 328-3283
Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village
18817 290th Street
Long Grove, Iowa 52756
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 10:30am
Once a month the Wapsi River EE Center will be hosting a day just for homeschoolers!
Joins us for themed programming led by our Naturalists! The goal of this series is to immerse children in the natural world and help them experience seasonal phenomena in a hands-on way.
Most appropriate for K-8th grades, though all ages welcome. There is a program fee of $3/person payable at registration. Please plan to bring a lunch if staying all day.
November: Wild game and hunting
Online registration is required for every participant (parents included). To register click on [ Click Title for Full Article ]
Saturday, November 22, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
During this program, you will learn how to identify native mushrooms and which seasons they can be found. Then, we will take a hike outdoors to identify some of the fall mushrooms available during this time. This is a FREE program.
Online registration is required: Mushroom
Sunday, November 30, 2025 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Admission: FREE with non-perishable food donation for the North Scott Food Pantry
- Stroll along the beautifully decorated board walk
- See old world craft demonstrations throughout the Village
- Visit Santa in the Dammann Building
- Write letter to Santa
- Purchase cookies, hot chocolate, cider & coffee in the Soda Fountain
Thursday, November 27, 2025 - 12:00am to Friday, November 28, 2025 - 12:00am
Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2025 in observation of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the General Store is closed Saturday.
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 9:30am
Come join Naturalists at this FREE program to get ready for the holiday season! We will learn how to create your own watercolor paints and repurpose and upcycle common household items, just in time for the holidays. Projects will include: homemade cards using natural paints, calendar gift bags, magazine bows, and pinecone ornaments.
Space is limited and registrations is required. Crafting
Coming in 2026: Renovated Loop-Style Group Campground at Incahias
Big changes are coming to Incahias Campground in 2026 as a major renovation is underway to modernize and improve the group camping experience in Scott County. The new campground layout includes three circular camp loops, each designed to support small groups and families with improved access, modern amenities, and efficient traffic flow.
More details, maps, and reservation information will be posted as the project progresses.
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