Things to do in Clinton
Bickelhaupt Arboretum
View 14 acres of labeled trees, shrubs and perennials, dwarf and rare conifer collection and shrub roses. The Education Center includes a horticultural lending library, an indoor classroom and a taxidermy display. Visitor's center offers restroom and drinking fountains. Open dawn - dusk year-round. Call 563-242-4771 for more information.
340 S. 14th Street, Clinton, IA
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre
Come join us in the Lillian Russell Theatre aboard a restored old river paddle wheeler on the beautiful riverfront in Clinton. We have professional summer repertory theatre from late May - Mid-August featuring great musicals and hilarious comedies. Our troupe of talented, young mid-west actors, Broadway professionals and some seasoned, skillful, local actors provide a summer of theatre magic aboard the Showboat! There is also Theatre for Children on Saturdays during the summer. We have special group rates and meet-the-cast receptions. Call 563-242-6760 for more information.
311 Riverview Drive, Clinton, IA
Clinton Art Association Gallery
Visit the gallery to see the regional and local artists' work in a variety of media. Special exhibits and gift shop are on site. Located at 708 25th Avenue N. at Root Park. Open 1:30 - 4:30pm Saturday & Sunday. Special tours can be arranged by appointment only. Call 563-243-3300 / for more information.
708 25th Avenue N., Clinton, IA
Clinton County Historical Society Museum
Learn the story of early Mississippi-area settlers and the local lumber business. Featuring period furniture and a rare manually powered fire engine. Located at 708 25th Avenue N. Open 1 - 4pm Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday. Call 563-242-1201 for more information.
708 25th Avenue N., Clinton, IA
Clinton Lumber Kings
This is a Class A baseball club at Riverview Stadium. Call 563-242-0727 for more information.
Clinton Symphony Orchestra
Clinton is one of the smallest cities in the United States to support a full, professional symphony orchestra of 50 members. The orchestra performs classical concerts throughout the season. Guest soloists, from near and distant parts of the country, are featured regularly at each concert. Enjoy big-city excitement of live symphonic music in the warm hospitality of the Iowa and Illinois communities of Clinton, DeWitt, Morrison and Sterling. Call 563-243-6042 for more information.
Gateway Contemporary Ballet
Clinton's resident dance company, Gateway Contemporary Ballet, has been bringing the delight of classical and modern dance to the area for more than 15 years. Whether it's a full-length ballet in spring, free riverfront concerts in summer, a showcase of guest artists in the fall, or performances with civic organizations and festivals, Gateway Contemporary Ballet helps uphold Iowa's reputation as one of the most culturally aware places in the United States. Call 563-242-1002 for more information.
Mississippi Belle II Riverboat Casino
Offering you a complete entertainment experience: two full casino decks (slot machines, blackjack, Caribbean stud, craps and roulette), onboard dining room, live weekend entertainment, gift shop, deli, and supervised children's activity center. Located at Showboat Landing, we are open 9am - 2am Sunday - Thursday; 9am - 4am Friday & Saturday, year-round. Our cruising season runs 1 - 3pm Monday - Friday mid - May - mid - October except holidays. Call 563-243-9000 for more information.
River Arts Center
Featuring a Gallery with changing exhibits with a variety of artists, a June garden walk and a gift shop. Located at 229 Fifth Avenue S. Open 1 - 4pm Tuesday - Sunday. Call 563-243-3300 for more information.
229 Fifth Avenue S., Clinton, IA
Soaring Eagles Nature Center
Environmental classes and displays are available for all ages. Visit the zoo/petting area, one-room school, 40-acre field study area and trails. We are open daily by appointment. Call 563-242-9088 for more information.
3923 N. Third Street, Clinton, IA