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Museum & Aquarium Get to know the Mississippi through interactive exhibits, river creatures and historic artifacts.
National Rivers Hall of Fame Capture the drama of river people who discovered, lived upon and celebrated the waterways of the United States.
Historic Dubuque Tours Visit our other Dubuque locations including the Mathias Ham House Historic Site, the Old Jail Museum or indulge in a Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner.
Wm. M. Black Boat & Breakfast Experience an adventuresome overnight in a stateroom, dine in the galley, and see what life was really like on a working steamboat.



45th Annual Ice Cream Social

Fourth of July Ice Cream Social at the Mathias Ham House

Saturday, July 4,
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.


The Dubuque County Historical Society’s celebrates 45 years of Ice Cream Socials at the Mathias Ham House Historical Site this Fourth of July. Join us for live music, lead mining demonstrations, food, beverages, cakes and ice cream.

Mathias Ham House and Old Jail Museum now open!

The Mathias Ham House Historic Site and the Old Jail Museum are now open for the summer season. Hours at both sites are Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Save money with a combo ticket! For just $3 more on your Museum & Aquarium admission, you can get a combo ticket to see the Ham House and Old Jail too! Click here or call 563-557-9545 for details.

William M. Black Boat & Breakfast

The William M. Black steamboat is not just a great place to wander the decks of a National Landmark vessel--visitors can stay the night in a state room or the Crew's Quarters.

Available dates for individuals or families:

  • June 26,
  • July 10
  • July 18
  • August 1
  • August 14
  • September 12
  • Additional dates available for groups, call 563-557-9545, ext. 213.

Click here for rates and details.

River Adventure Summer Camp

River Adventure Summer Camp 2009 season starts this June at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. Registration is required. 

Download the registration form for dates and complete details.

Join the Kids Club!

The Museum & Aquarium has the most fun Kids Club around, so join today!  Details

Click here to submit an electronic membership form.





River Wildlife Eco-Cruises

Experience the Mississippi River
first hand at the National Mississippi
River Museum & Aquarium


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