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John Wayne Birthplace & Museum

205 S. John Wayne Dr.

Winterset, Iowa 50273

(515) 462-1044

Toll Free: (877) 462-1044

director@johnwaynebirthplace.museum

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The John Wayne Birthplace & Museum is located in Winterset, Iowa, about 35 miles southwest of Des Moines, which is the closest commercial airport. Winterset lies just off two major Interstate highways, I-80 (east/west) and I-35 (north/south). Click for more directions.

Recent News

Donor Recognition: John Wayne MemorabiliaOctober 20, 2026
Bonus Feature Film on Blu-RayOctober 19, 2026
Major Hollywood TreasureOctober 19, 2026
John Wayne Birthplace Memorial CampaignSeptember 10, 2026

© 1997-2026, John Wayne Birthplace Society, Ltd. Website Design by Winterset Websites . The John Wayne Birthplace is a not-for-profit organization, not affiliated with for-profit entities such as John Wayne Enterprises, LLC and/or the John Wayne estate. The John Wayne Birthplace is not affiliated with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation, and is strictly dedicated to honoring the memory of John Wayne through his Birthplace and Museum.