Established in 1856, historic Peterson Iowa is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Little Sioux River Valley. Peterson celebrated its sesquicentennial (150 Years) in 2006.

A small town rich in culture and history, there are 6 museums  – quite a few for a town of 372 people.

Historical sites include The Farm Machinery Museum, Christian Kirchner Home, and Fort Peterson Block House; part of the original Fort Peterson.

Peterson has plenty of recreational amenities to offer; there are boat ramps for canoeing and kayaking, a state park, and a country park for bird watching, hiking, and camping.

Peterson History Website:
http://petersonhistory.org/