Kinney Pioneer Museum

Take a step back in time and experience life on the Iowa frontier through the vintage exhibits and living history at the Kinney Pioneer Museum. Explore the pioneer village featuring a one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, jail, and blacksmith shop and more.

Hours: May-September, Tuesday-Saturday 1 PM-5 PM; Special event Sundays (below), Noon-5  PM; other times by appointment

Admission: $5 adults, $2 children under 12

Physical Address: 9184 265th Street, Clear Lake, IA

Demonstrations of pioneer crafts and trades during special event days:

• May 5, 2024 – Opening Day
• June 2, 2024 – Classic Car Day
• July 7, 2024 – Ice Cream Day
• August 4, 2024 – Pioneer Day
• September 29, 2024 – Apple Cider & Donuts

Special event admission: $10 adults, $5 children under 12 (includes meal)

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Group Tour Information:

• Tour Hours of Operation: May – September Tues. – Sun. 1pm-5pm; other times by appointment
• Admission rate: $5 adults; $2 children under 12; complimentary admission for driver and escort for groups of 25 or more.
• Group Tour Size:  10 minimum
• Guided Tours Available: yes, reservations required (2-week notice)
• Length of Tour: 60 minutes minimum and 90-minutes average time for general tour
• Handicap Accessible:  yes
• Motorcoach Parking: yes
• Restroom Facilities: yes, limited

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