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    5 Things You Must Do While You Are in Ankeny
    Ankeny is a city in Polk County, Iowa.  There are many things to do here including a trip to the vineyard and the National Wildlife Refuge so if you are planning on travelling to Ankeny then here are the top 5 things which you should do whilst your are there:
    1. Ankeny Vineyard
    Overlooking the Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, Ankeny Vineyard produces tantalizing award winning Pinot noir and Pinot gris. So sample the local wine and admire the wonderful views
    The Stevens-Coolidge Place is a Colonial revival style home that served as a summer home for John Gardner Coolidge and Helen Stevens Coolidge. Displays include items from the Coolidge's travels such as Chinese porcelain, American furniture, and European decorative arts.
    2. Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge
    Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge is located in the fertile Willamette Valley. The Refuge is situated in open farmland near the confluence of the Santiam and Willamette rivers in the middle of the broad Willamette Valley. The Refuge provides a high quality wintering habitat for geese, especially the dusky Canada goose.
    3. Ankeny Plaza
    On the weekends this is a very busy square thanks to the Market, a city flea market and bazaar. The square, complete with Skidmore Fountain circa 1888, still has a bit of an historic feel and a great place to browse for a bargain.
    4. Aviation Heritage Museum
    The Aviation Heritage Museum is home to some 1949 North American T282 Trojans and the Fairchild PT19A and many more aircrafts all restored to their former glory.  

    5. Captain Ankeny's Well
    Inside this  pub, you will find pitchers, pints and pizza. It is a tile-floor establishment where the bar extends from the front door to the back exit. Although there is a full bar, the free-flowing beer is best. Enjoy nearly 50 different kinds of brew on tap and in bottles. Enjoy specials on pints or try a solid slice of pizza for just USD2.  The whole city is visible from here.
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