Big Island Rendezvous and Festival

The National 19th Amendment Society in Charles City, IA is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Carrie Clinton Lane Chapman Catt, a renowned suffragist and peace activist. They have restored and maintain the historic Carrie Chapman Catt Girlhood Home, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, where visitors can explore the life and activism of this influential figure in the women's suffrage movement. Additionally, the society offers an interpretive center and museum that provide informative displays on Carrie's childhood and the area she grew up in, as well as a natural Iowa prairie orchard that offers a glimpse into her upbringing. Through their efforts, the National 19th Amendment Society aims to educate and inspire visitors about the history of women's suffrage and the importance of women's political participation.Generated from the website

The Rice County Museum of History houses historical displays, a genealogical research center, and exhibits on local businesses, people and topics. Exhibits include: Bishop Whipple, Grace McKinstry (artist), the Tilt-A-Whirl, Fleckenstein Brewery, and Bruce Smith (including a Heisman Trophy.) The museum also has a significant Native American Exhibit.