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709 S Center Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158
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The Marshalltown Community Theatre presents a seasonally changing array of musical and dramatic productions. The group welcomes volunteers to participate in all aspects of the production process, and has been in operation in one form or another since 1932.
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The Marshalltown Speedway is a raceway that offers discounted ticketing options to children under the age of 11 and senior citizens ages 65 and up. The facility holds modified and stock car races.
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Open by appointment only, Binford House offers visitors a guided tour of a 19th century mansion. Registered with the National Register of Historic Places, the mansion features decor and artifacts from the era.
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At 55 feet tall, the Big Treehouse has over 5,000 feet of floor space. With all of the modern amenities, guests can enjoy the 13 porch swings as well as a Shady Oaks Museum as they enjoy the guided tour.