Blue Bunny Ice Cream Capital of the World in LeMars, Iowa
Blue Bunny Ice Cream Capital of the World
by Linda (minnemom) of Travels with Children
Did you know that more ice cream is made in LeMars, Iowa, than anywhere else in the world? The people of LeMars do, and Blue Bunny, the manufacturer of all that ice cream, is proud of the fact. They’ve created a museum and visitor center that tells the Blue Bunny story.
Blue Bunny Factory Simulation
At the Ice Cream Capital of the World Visitor Center, the history of the family-owned company is told through artifacts and films that tell of the beginnings of the company, how it got its name, and the history of ice cream itself. Visitors then enter a mock-up of the factory line. Although not an actual factory tour, the sights, sounds, and even smells give visitors a feel for the ice-cream-making process. Then it’s on to an interactive computer area, before exiting through the gift shop to the best part of the place–the old-fashioned ice cream parlor.
Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor
Our kids enjoyed choosing what flavor of cone they were going to have. Some of the concoctions on the menu were mouth-watering, but we stuck with simple on this trip. Pictures from the old days of Blue Bunny entertained us while we waited for our ice cream to arrive.
The Ice Cream Capital of the World Visitor Center is worth a stop if you’re ever in the area of LeMars, Iowa.
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5 Responses
Looks like a great place to visit! It’s quaint inside and out! I’m sure the ice cream is delicious too!
Jenn’s an ice cream makers last blog post..Egg Nog Ice Cream Recipe: Make it a Christmas Tradition!
If you arrive early, they serve cinnamon rolls topped with icing made from melted ice cream. YUM!
If you arrive early, they serve cinnamon rolls with icing made from melted ice cream. YUM!
I have had the honor of visiting this delicious place! It is destination stop or a detour stop on your way to where ever you are headed! The tour is interesting and educational. It is great for all ages and how many places in the world can you make that claim and actually mean it? Thank you for being here and in IOWA!
We have the Ice Cream Capitol AND the Loess Hills! Again another claim to fame!
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