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City of Iowa City, Iowa - Official Web Site
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Offering big-city amenities along with small-town hospitality, Iowa City has it all. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, it has long served as a locus for culture, education, variety and fun. A stroll through the downtown pedestrian plaza proves that this is so. It's here you will find a real sense of community and friendly commerce. Downtown you might come across college students vied in a game of chess played on the plaza's life-size game board. On-lookers sit on the plaza's limestone benches talking politics, philosophy, or Big Ten sports while children climb a nearby jungle gym. A few blocks down, others might be lounging in outdoor cafés, savoring the fine cuisine the city has to offer. Across the way, you'll likely hear a local band playing a catchy mix of jazz and blues on the area's outdoor mini stage. The state's Old Capitol Building looms to the west of this scene. A cherished landmark of the University of Iowa campus, it embodies the city's prominence, grace, and heritage. Whether a first-time visitor or a native returning home, you will discover this place is one where tradition comfortably exists alongside change.
From music and art festivals to Broadway performances, Iowa City has an event to suit anyone's taste. During the summer months, live music becomes a part of the downtown's irresistible ambiance. Each July, the city is host to a jazz festival that attracts music enthusiasts from both near and far. The annual Iowa Arts Festival features the state's best visual art, music, and food. Iowa City is also home to several community theaters, including Riverside Theatre's Shakespearean stage. Located in City Park, this open-air theater presents shows under the stars.
Iowa City is also home to the recently restored historic Englert Theatre downtown and also has a vibrant Iowa City Community Theatre.
Contact
- City of Iowa City
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- Iowa IA
- United States 52240
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- +1.3193565430
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