Amana Colonies

The Amana Colonies are a series of seven ancient communities that have been designated a National Historic Landmark. They were founded in 1855 by a group of German Pietists. The Colonies developed a communal existence that enabled them to survive for over 80 years after they were founded and are now a well-liked tourist destination noted for its amazing restaurants and artisan stores.

Visitors are invited to wander the streets of the villages at their leisure, but between May and October, guided tours are available if you'd like to learn more about the intriguing history of the colonies. The Amana Colony sustained an almost entirely self-sufficient local economy for eighty years while importing very little from the American economy's industrialization.

The specialized agricultural and crafts trades that the Amanians had brought with them from Europe allowed them to maintain their independence and way of life. Craftsmen passed on their knowledge and methods to the following generation. They produced their own furniture, clothing, and other items using hand, horse, wind, and water power.

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Location: 622 46th Ave, Amana, IA 52203, US
Phone: +1 319-622-7622
Website: https://amanacolonies.com/