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The Only John Wayne Museum In The World Is Located In His Iowa Hometown

By Kim Magaraci | Published September 06, 2019

If you’re looking for one of Iowa’s most unique attractions, head to the charming town of Winterset. Here, you’ll find the childhood home of the American superstar John Wayne. Read below to see the treasure you’ll find hiding in small town Iowa.

Winterset, Iowa is quintessential Small Town America. It's no wonder a true American hero was born right here in the heart of the Hawkeye State.

John Wayne - America's legendary cowboy and actor nicknamed The Duke - was born in Winterset in 1907.

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When Marion Robert Morrison was born, nobody could have imagined that he would become one of our country's biggest superstars.

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Visit his childhood home and check out the backyard where the Duke first played as a kid! We all know that small town Iowa is the best place to grow up.

Adjacent to the house, find the John Wayne Birthplace Museum. You'll find original movie posters, scripts, and more.

Authentic film wardrobes are on display, so you can get a taste of what John Wayne wore in all of his most famous roles.

You can even enjoy a movie theater as part of the museum, and watch a documentary on Wayne's film career.

Take a step back to the old days when you visit the only John Wayne museum in the world. It's quite a throwback!

Address: 205 S. John Wayne Drive, Winterset, IA, 50273

*Open Daily: from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for most of the year, and closing at 4 p.m. December through February.

Did you know that the Duke was born here in the Hawkeye State? Read about 12 more famous people from Iowa here.

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