Is there anything besides historical sites???

Of course there is and northeastern Iowa can help you there. In and around Dubuque there are several sites that would be interesting for many people.

Are you a sports and movie buff, then perhaps the Field of Dreams set would be a place to visit. Just 25 miles outside of Dubuque sits the original movie set near Dyersville. Yes that's right there really is a baseball field in the middle of a cornfield in Iowa!! And as a baseball field it is meant to be used so don't forget your gloves, balls, and bats as you can run the bases while you play a game out there. Just standing there you can picture the players coming out of the corn and throwing a ball around. Sound interesting, here is the information: http://www.fieldofdreamsmoviesite.com/

Still not finding your interests, then maybe a visit to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium is what you need. The museum is full of fun for everyone, from their interactive exhibits to their 6 aquariums with living animals from the river. Ever thought you would see a shark in Iowa? Well now you can as they have some Bottlehead Shark pups just up from the Gulf of Mexico. From their windows you can watch animals like otters and bald eagles in their natural habitat. Living history more to your liking then visit their Native American Wikiup and Fur Trader Cabin. Interested in seafaring vessels then try the Pfohl Family Boatyard where they have a tugboat, scientific vessels, and houseboats. Do you really like the river? Then take an Eco Cruise and spend 90 minutes enjoying the natural beauty of the Mississippi River while learning some of its history. This museum truly has something to offer everyone, to visit go to: http://www.mississippirivermuseum.com/index.cfm#images/hm_features_sharktank.jpg