James T. Kirk Future Birthplace

For any true Star Trek fan, you'll know that Captain James T. Kirk will be born in Riverside, IA in the year 2228. To honor this future fictional character, the town has erected a monument in his honor, commemorating the future birthplace of the original Star Trek captain.

It can be a little bit difficult to find. The address to put into your GPS is 51 West 1st Street, Riverside, IA 52327 (Note: This is near where West 1st Street intersects with North Glasgow Street). You'll find here a barber shop painted yellow, and to the side, a stone path. Follow that path to behind that building and you'll find the monument. 

The Voyage Home Museum

The Voyage Home Museum is mostly dedicated to the world of Star Trek, although there is some history on the town of Riverside, IA as well. Here, you'll find lots of Star Trek memorabilia, which for any fan of the series, will be a great experience. In addition, you'll find a "car sized" replica of the Enterprise from the original series in the parking lot.

The museum is free of charge to walk though, and you won't spend more than 20 minutes or so here. Make sure to go into the bathroom and sit on the toilet. When doing so, look ahead of you, and it'll make you feel as if you are in the captain's seat on the Enterprise. Strange, yes. But great nonetheless! And apparently William Shatner loved it when he visited according to the woman who was working there.