Movie with Eastwood and Streep Provide Name Recognition
Dotting the classic Iowa landscape are the famed covered bridges of Madison County, immortalized in the novel, movie and musical, The Bridges of Madison County. The actual 1995 film location was Holliwell Bridge and Roseman Covered Bridge for you movie buffs. The Covered Bridges Scenic Byway, built between 1868 – 1869, offers visitors a journey into iconic America. Note the Roseman Covered Bridge, in the movie, and others have a flat roof.
Paddle to and under the Covered Bridges.
Get out of your car and experience all six covered bridges! An effective way to see the covered bridges of Madison County is by canoeing or kayaking. Navigate to and beneath these notable bridges featured in the novel and film, The Bridges of Madison County. https://exploremadisoncounty.com.
More to See Here.
There is more to experience among the Covered Bridge Scenic Byway in Madison County, Iowa. At the county’s center there is an authentic and thriving historic town square. Tour the birthplace of legendary actor John Wayne and the only museum in the world dedicated to The Duke. You may also visit the Iowa Quilt Museum and the quilt shops in the town where Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting originated. Madison County was once home to George Stout, who rescued precious works of art during World War II, and was memorialized in the 2014 movie “The Monuments Men.” Madison County also served as a starting place for famed horticulturist George Washington Carver. Come experience life on the plains and enjoy its rich natural resources favored by settlers by exploring the Madison County Historical Complex and local parks too. 
The Covered Bridges Scenic Byway.
The 82-mile route highlights Madison County’s famous covered bridges, scenic areas, small communities, historical sites, musical events, gardening exhibits, cultural attractions, and other unique spots. For more information, please go to https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/covered-bridges-scenic-byway/
Highlights include:
Six covered bridges
John Wayne Birthplace & Museum
Iowa Quilt Museum/Quilting
Madison County Courthouse & Historic District
Madison County Historical Complex
Influential historical figures, such as George Washington Carver, Henry Wallace, and George Stout Wineries breweries and a cidery.