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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.

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