Living in Northeast Iowa

Decorah

Decorah, Iowa, has a population of approximately 8,000. Founded in the 1850s, it is the county seat of Winneshiek County and home to Luther College.

The town is built on the rolling wooded hills and rugged limestone cliffs of northeast Iowa's bluff country. The scenery surrounding Decorah is striking, and the diversity of terrain aptly reflects the community's vitality.

Decorah is known nationwide for its recreational opportunities, numerous cultural heritage events and festivals, pedestrian-friendly village center full of shops and eateries, and colorful blending of farming and urban influences.

For more information, visit:

• Decorah Chamber of Commerce
• Visit Iowa: Winneshiek County

Cresco

Cresco, Iowa, is the Howard County seat. Founded in 1966, its population is now approaching 4,000.

Cresco has numerous recreational and leisure opportunities. The historic Cresco Opera House hosts nightly movies as well as live theater performances by the Cresco Community Theater.

Other attractions include the Cresco Fitness Center, Prairie Edge Nature Center, Full Circle Corn Maze, Cresco Farmers Market and several summertime festivals.

To learn more about Cresco, "Iowa's year-round playground," visit:

• Cresco Chamber of Commerce
• Visit Iowa: Howard County