FAQs
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What is the closest airport?
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The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids (CID) is a short 20 minute drive to The Hotel Millwright, Main Amana.
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Are there other area hotels?
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Yes, there are several small, nice area hotels & Guest houses within The Amana Colonies. In addition, there are all the major name brand hotels, inns and boutique hotels throughout the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area.
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When will we find out about 'The Saturday Evening Surprise'?
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***This will be a Weather Permitting Event*** (So keep your fingers crossed!) Jill & Doug will make sure everyone knows where to be :) They ask that you wear casual clothing appropriate for the weather, and most importantly, CLOSED TOE casual shoes. (Please no sandals or heels.) No worries! The only effort on your part, will be to simply enjoy!
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What are all the interesting things to do during our stay?
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There is so much to offer directly in Main Amana. Conveniently, everything is within walking distance. In addition, there are fun places to explore throughout several of the Amana Colonies. For more detailed information, be sure to check out our "THINGS TO DO" section, here on the website, for Amana and surrounding area highlights!
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Tell me more about The Amana Woolen Mill & Complimentary Tour
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While the Wedding Party is busy preparing for the Big Event on Friday, join family & friends at 11:00am for a complimentary private wedding tour of the Amana Woolen Mill, still in production since 1855! Conveniently located on the Hotel Millwright campus. What was once an 8-acre woolen mill complex is now partially redesigned as the Millwright boutique hotel. However the Mill is still up and running in the original Weaving Building, using centuries old techniques and tools. This mill was once the industrial center of the village of Amana. Textiles were essential to Amana's beginnings. In addition to producing goods for the community's use, the Mill helped support the colonists' communal living by selling textiles across the country, gaining a national reputation for superior woolens that it still holds, 169 years later! Rich traditions of enduring quality, craftsmanship, community living, and genuine hospitality have continued within its walls all these years. Be sure to stop in the Mill shop across the walkway - "Woven & Warped" for a beautiful variety of their designs.