DESTINATION

Newton

Today Newton attracts art and sculpture enthusiasts, history buffs, motorsports fans and festival-goers. Automobile racing takes place at Iowa Speedway. An 8-mile hiking and bicycling trail loops around Newton. Since 1934, the lighting of the Jasper County Courthouse and Christmas parade is held Friday after Thanksgiving.

Self-Guiding Tours

A walking/driving tour map of nearly 100 outdoor sculptures and murals is available at the convention & visitors bureau.

Visitor Centers

Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau 300 E. 17th St. S. Newton, IA 50208. Phone:(641)792-0299 or (800)798-0299

Things to Do

Jasper County Historical Museum

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