Things To Do
The Hitching Post Variety Store
The Hitching Post is a one-stop shopping destination for quality and variety in Bloomfield, Iowa. Surrounded by the Amish farmlands of Davis County, The Hitching Post offers a wide selection of name-brand footwear, rustic furniture, quality home goods & housewares, herbs & vitamins, sporting goods & fishing equipment, gifts & books, outdoor poly furniture, and much more.
Milton Creamery LLC
Founded in 2006, Milton Creamery is the realization of a dream in Southern Iowa – a land of rolling hills, lush woodlands, winding rivers, and fertile soil. The Musser family makes artisanal cheese the old-fashioned way, and source their growth-hormone-free milk from small, family Amish and Mennonite farms less than 30 miles from the creamery.
Dutchman's Store
An old-school general store, come visit us today and take a step back in time! Our goal is to supply Cantril and the surrounding area with a variety of items at an affordable price. We offer a variety of bulk foods, local produce, kitchenwares, books, gifts, and many home decorations and supplies.
American Gothic House & Center
The American Gothic House Center sits adjacent to the original American Gothic House, aka Dibble House. This house inspired Grant Wood to paint "American Gothic" in 1930. Although this painting is in Chicago at the Art Institute, the iconic house still sits in Eldon, and thousands of people come each year to see it. A small admission fee to the visitor center allows guests to peruse the exhibition gallery, watch a documentary, or dress up in costumes for their own "American Gothic" photo. Hands-on exhibits are a highlight for children.
Explore Amish Businesses
Davis County is home to one of the largest Old Order Amish settlements in Iowa. The first Amish family purchased farmland south of Drakesville in Davis County in 1971 after scouting around numerous communities for several years. Many Amish businesses offer a wide selection of Amish-made, hardwood furniture, quilts, crafts, and other items. Greenhouses are open in season. Several Amish grocery, bakery, and general stores are open to the public Monday through Saturday.
Bloomfield Historic Square Walking Tour
The tour begins at the Bloomfield Main Street Office. To listen to the fascinating history at each site, call 641-664-2100. Then press the corresponding number at each location. Bloomfield was platted on April 29, 1844, and incorporated with a population of 300 in 1852. Bloomfield retains significant examples of historic architecture in both its commercial buildings and homes. The Bloomfield Square Historic District comprises 41 commercial buildings and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.