what are the amana colonies in iowa
The Amana Colonies are located about 25 minutes West of Iowa City. Welcome to the Amana Colonies Iowa. The Historic Amana Colonies of Iowa are located on exit 225 off of Interstate 80, West of Iowa City and East of Des Moines. The Amana Colonies were founded 150 years ago, are a National Historic Landmark and are visited by people from all over the United States. The Colonies sit in the Iowa River valley amongst the scenic rolling hills and the fertile soil that drew the settlers here over 150 years ago.