Located in scenic Southwest Iowa, Mills County is tucked along the Missouri River valley and the beautiful Loess Hills.  Our museums, parks and recreation areas are ideal for picnicking, camping, fishing, kayaking and canoeing.  Many enjoy the beauty of hiking and biking on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail with breathtaking views of the Loess Hills Scenic Byway.

In recent years, Mills County and the Loess Hills area have seen considerable residential growth due to proximity to the Omaha/Council Bluffs area. Vineyards, which were once a primary agricultural business, have taken rebirth, putting Mills County on the map in western Iowa Wine Country.

Welcome to Mills County: Discover

Cruising through the Loess Hills of Southwest Iowa is a perfect day trip to enjoy tasty restaurants, local boutiques, a historic town square, wineries and a local brewing company. Drive less than 30 minutes from the Omaha metro area to Mills County and you step back in time to small-town America.

It’s easy to spend an hour, a whole day or even a few days…Enjoy an adult getaway to sip local Iowa wine, hard ciders or your favorite brew. Browse our small town shops,  enjoy casual to fine dining, and soak up a little history. Families will find plenty of diversions too, from tasty popcorn and ice cream, biking & hiking on our trails or enjoying one of our many scenic parks.

A Mills County guide to Eat, Sip & Shop locally!

http://glenwoodia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Eat-Sip-Shop-Brochure-10.pdf

Are you searching for the best event venue in Southwest Iowa?

The Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce has you covered for this areas best corporate and private event venues. Weddings, banquets, receptions, corporate meetings, birthday/anniversary parties, music or dance performances—whatever the event, we have the perfect space for you here in southwest Iowa.

Please see our complete list of Southwest Iowa Event Halls here: http://glenwoodia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/event-halls-6.pdf

There are many things that a Chamber of Commerce can offer, however, one of the key things that a Chamber offers is opportunities to network. Networking is a key piece to any business, it is a form of marketing, a way to get yourself and your name in front of new people.  The Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce offers multiple opportunities for businesses new and old to connect and offer warm leads and partnerships. This month join us in connecting with people and growing your business.

September 10^th:

Join us at Vine Street Cellar at 5:30pm to welcome the new Mills County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Marco Floreani.

September 17^th:

Join us at Keg Creek Brewery at 5:30 pm as we celebrate a new business opening up in our town Portside Travel. Portside Travel is a full-service travel agency, that prides it’s self on building the best trip ever with personalized service and attention to detail. Come learn more about makes Portside Travel special and start planning the trip of a lifetime.

September 22^nd:

We will be having a morning ribbon cutting at 9 am with Wild Hearts n’ Horses. Wild Hearts n’ Horses is a nonprofit that is creating a place for youth and families to grow into the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Wild Hearts n Horses exists to provide a safe and positive experience for youth and families to learn life skills and gain confidence through horses and the love and hope that is offered through Jesus Christ. They utilize horses to teach youth and adults about communication, trust and so much more.

These are great opportunities to learn more about these businesses but also connect or reconnect with other people in the Mills County Business Community. Join us at any or all, you do not need to be a chamber member to participate.   ~ Rachel