On Thursday, October 5th, The Mayflower Community residents’ Adventurers Club made a trip to the Amish community of Kalona, Iowa. Accompanied by trip planner and host, Kathy Szary, and 10 Mayflower travelers, Tom Szary drove Mayflower’s Lester the Bus.
The first stop was the Golden Delight Bakery, where everything is made from scratch in the mode of our grandparents. Next the group visited Stringtown Grocery and Produce. This famous Amish bulk food grocery is a local favorite. The Mayflower travelers picked up some unique goods.
The lunch stop was the Kalona Brewing Company in downtown Kalona. Guests enjoyed a family style meal of a variety of wood-fired pizzas, salad, and a non-alcoholic beverage.
The first stop following lunch was the Kalona Historical Village, where 12 restored historical buildings are filled with interesting and informative displays depicting the years the pioneers settled the Iowa prairies. The Iowa Mennonite Museum presented information about Amish and Mennonite history. There were two nationally-known quilt galleries, one strictly for Amish textiles, and the other displaying a themed group of quilts. The Village houses the United States’ premier collection of spool cabinets, a unique collection of gems and minerals, antique glass, and collectibles.
Tiring but educational and enjoyable!
— Bob Mann, Mayflower Sales & Marketing Director (641-236-6151)