Echoes on West Okoboji: A Journey Back in Time
Tue, Jul 07
|The Queen at Arnolds Park Amusement Park
Echoes on West Okoboji invites guests to experience the rich and often untold history of West Okoboji through a guided historic tour with local historians and the Lakes Area Museum Alliance. As the Queen II glides across the water with two local historians Johnathan Reed and Mary Dreier.


Time & Location
Jul 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Queen at Arnolds Park Amusement Park, 37 Lake St, Arnolds Park, IA 51331, USA
Guests
About the event
Dive into history and fun with Echoes on West Okoboji. Where the past comes alive!
Echoes on West Okoboji invites guests to experience the rich and often untold history of West Okoboji through a guided historic tour with local historians and the Lakes Area Museum Alliance. As the Queen II glides across the water, local historians Johnathan Reed and Mary Dreier will share lesser-known stories of the legendary steam-powered Queen and the early days that shaped the Iowa Great Lakes. Purchase you tickets here. Seating is limited. This is an event you won't want to miss!

Since roughly 1884, steamships carried generations of visitors across these waters, fueling the growth of resorts, recreation, and community. Today, the Queen II continues that tradition and represents the vibrant tourism and energy of the Lakes Area.
During this special fundraiser hosted by the Lakes Area Museum Alliance, guests will explore historic sites along West…