Dubuque is a thriving community of 62,000 people set in the natural beauty of scenic bluffs lining the Mississippi River. Known as Iowa's Masterpiece Along the Mississippi, you'll find breathtaking views while enjoying river front activities and quaint downtown shopping. Located in the tri-state area of Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois, Dubuque has the scenic attractions, historic architecture, and the vibrant atmosphere of a much larger city, but with the compactness and friendly feeling of a small town. Our town's winning awards and accolades:

• Ranked among the top forty in Forbes Magazine's 2003 list of the Best Places for Business and Careers
• Placed in the top twenty-five of America's safest metropolitan areas by Morgan Quitno
• Selected #1 by Milken Institute among small U.S. metropolitan areas in high-tech gross domestic product growth

Depending on your interests, Dubuque has something for everyone. If you enjoy Victorian charm and simple pleasures, you'll be dazzled by our 19th century architecture, pampered at the area's finest bed and breakfasts, and impressed by our local award-winning wine. The Dubuque culture will magnetize you. If your interests include family fun, Dubuque boasts The National River Museum & Aquarium, The Grand Harbor Indoor Water Park, and the Field of Dreams movie site. Dubuque's fun atmosphere will provide plenty of alternatives to enjoy your family's company. If your passion includes outdoor activities, you'll find countless opportunities for boating on the Mississippi, snow skiing at local resorts, summer jazz festivals and golfing on the finest courses in the tri-state area. You'll be impressed by all Dubuque has to offer.

For information about Dubuque and the surrounding area, please visit the Dubuque Chamber of Commerce. In addition, Dubuque 365 provides a community-created guide to Dubuque events, business and organizations.