Home to Iowa’s largest and oldest veterans’ home, Marshalltown wears the nation’s colors with the pride you’d expect of community in the Midwest. We celebrate our diversity and our freedoms because of the hard work and sacrifice of those who came before us and served our nation. Share in our commemoration of our national heroes from tours of the veterans home and the war memorials on their campus to the F-4 fighter on permanent display at Freedom Rock. In addition to the museums and memorials, take note of the patriotic public art all across Marshalltown, and pay attention to the ball caps walking by you at the car show, as there’s a good chance their worn by proud veterans.
Iowa Veterans Home
Make sure to check out artifacts both inside and outside the facilities! The sprawling 150 acre campus is home to almost 400 Iowa veterans.
The Vets Home has war memorials from every major American conlict since the Civil War.
Freedom Rock and F-4
Check out both of these sights in one stop! The Vietnam-era Phantom F-4 fighter jet was flown by local resident Joe Latham and now serves as a memorial to all veterans.
Raymon Veterans Park
Just 5 miles north of Marshalltown, this Veteran-themed trailhead showcases a cannon, memorabilia and more.
Veteran’s Memorial – Marshall County
A powerful and dignified tribute on the southwest corner of the Marshall County Courthouse square in Marshalltown. Designed and supported by local veterans, community members, and county leadership, the memorial features a towering central granite column topped with a majestic eagle, symbolizing courage, sacrifice, and freedom. Surrounding tablets and benches create a place for reflection, remembrance, and honor for those who served in the United States Armed Forces. The memorial stands as a lasting testament to the service and dedication of Marshall County’s veterans and is recognized on the National War Memorial Registry, offering visitors a meaningful space to pay their respects and reflect on the contributions of military service members past and present.



