Central City — Population: 1,157

Central City is located in the heart of the industrial belt of Iowa and is surrounded by picturesque farmland made famous by the artist Grant Wood. Situated on Highway 13, a no-nonsense four lane highway, just 15 miles north east of Cedar Rapids, Central City provides residents a small town lifestyle with big city convenience just minutes away.

Central City's greatest asset is its multitude of recreational opportunities provided by the Wapsipinicon River flowing through the heart of the downtown. The Wapsipincon River is flanked by Brendel City Park on both banks in the downtown district and draws many fishermen year round and is considered one of the best canoeing rivers in the area.

Central City retains the flavor of small town America through traditional events such as its annual Memorial Day and 4th of July parades followed by downtown hog roasts and street dances. A community that prides itself on small town traditions and simple ways of life, Central City is a beautiful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit Central City, "Your Nearest Faraway Place!"

Central City Mainstreet
P.O. Box 338
13 South 4th Street
Central City,IA& 52214
Phone/fax: 319-438-1761
Email: ccmainstreet@iowatelecom.net

www.ccmainstreet.org

Landmarks and Unique Local Features

• Sawyer House "Wedding Cake House"
• Old Museum Library
• Odd Fellows Building (IOOF)
• Union Block
• Old Bank Building
• Pinicon Ridge Park
• Rural one Room School House
• Linn County Fairgrounds
• North Linn Fish and Game Club
• Meadowview Golf Course
• Art and Gift Center

Annual Events

• American Legion Steak Fry - The first Friday of each month.
• January - Train Show
• May - Fireman's Memorial Day Breakfast
• May - Central City Memorial Day Parade
• Summer Months - Central City Community Garage Sales
• Summer Months - Farmer's Market in Brendel Park every Thursday during the summer
• July - 4th of July Celebration - a parade, fireworks, and a street dance
• July - Linn County Fair
• August - Blue Grass Festival and Fiddlers Jamboree
• August - Central City Rider Festival and Bike Ride (last Saturday of August)
• September - Labor Day Tractor Pull & Parade
• December - New Year's Eve Celebration

Low Interest Loan/Grant Programs & Commercial Property

For information about available downtown commercial property and low interest loan and facade improvement grant programs for downtown Central City business and property owners, contact Central City Main Street at 319/361-6621.

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