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Harris, Iowa: The Miniature Grotto

Harris refers to itself as "Home of the Mini Grotto." The folk art religious structures were created by former Harris postmaster Bud Allen.

Address:
S. Main St., Harris, IA
Directions:
From Hwy 9 drive north one mile on Hwy M20 into town. The grotto will be on the right, across from Thompson's Grocery, a half-block north of Railroad Ave.
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Miniature grotto.

The Miniature Grotto

I think it may have moved a bit; it's not behind the post office.

[Sue Rutford, 07/28/2014]

Miniature Grotto.

The Miniature Grotto

This Miniature Grotto is behind the post office in Harris, Iowa.

[S Willardso, 09/15/2004]

Harris refers to itself as "Home of the Mini Grotto." The folk art religious structures were created by former Harris postmaster Bud Allen.


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