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Tornado Alley

Tells the history of tornadoes in Floyd County, focusing on the tornado of 1968.

Plenty of Past Paraphernalia

Come see artifacts from lesser known Floyd County busineses.

Did You Know?

Highlighting strange and unique artifacts from the collection that don’t fit other exhibit areas. Featuring a new artifact each month. 

Sports in Floyd County

With a spotlight on the Powersville softball team

Childhood Nostalgia

Researched, designed, and installed by Charles City CAPS students. The current Childhood Nostalgia exhibit showcases artifacts from the 1950s.

Tractor Addition

Tells the history of the tractor industry in Floyd County. Features Hart-Parr, Oliver, Minneapolis-Moline, and White tractors.

Carriage Room

Now reopened, what was once the Collections Room, now features the museum’s carriage plus rotating exhibits! Right now come see our Hotels in Floyd County exhibit.

Legel’s Drugstore

One of the only complete turn of the 19th century drug stores featuring over 50 thousand objects.

Pioneer Hall

Step back in time and experience what life was like back in the early 1850s, complete with an original 1853 log cabin.  

Period Home

Five themed rooms showcase what life was like in a turn of the 19th century home in Floyd County. 

Early Schools & One Room Schoolhouse

Three exhibit areas feature the history of early schools in the county from one room school houses to consolidation. 

Shop Til You Drop

Shopping and store trends through the years.

The Charley Western Railroad

Learn about the early rail system in Charles City and Floyd County.

Dr. Salsbury Lab & Exhibit

Come learn about the man who revolutionized veterinary medicine and see an original laboratory used in this building. 

Model Railroad

Since the early 1990’s the Floyd County Museum has partnered with the Charles City Model Railroad Club. The Club meets every Wednesday at the Museum and the room is open with trains running at most Museum events. 

Historic Business District

Currently featuring a Dentist Office, Barbershop, Milliners, Doctor’s Office, and Chapel.

Plan Your Visit

See the Floyd County Museum’s hours, admission cost, and how to get here.

Exhibitions

The FCM offers a variety of exhibits perfect for everyone! From tractors to a turn-of-the-19th-century drug store, we have something for everyone!

Learn and Teach

Learn about all the resources the Floyd County Museum has to offer, from research, to tractor information, to kids programs, and much more.


Floyd County Museum
500 Gilbert St
Charles City, IA 50616

641.228.1099

Museum Hours

Sunday CLOSED
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 9-4 (Office Only)
Wednesday 9-4
Thursday 9-4
Friday 9-4
Saturday 9-4

Admission Rate

Teens/Adults (13+): $5
Youth (6 to 12): $3
Children (under 6): Free
Members: Free