Roadside Attractions in Iowa City

1 place worth pulling over for in Iowa City, Iowa.

The Black Angel of Oakland Cemetery

Iowa City, IA

This eerie, eight-foot-tall bronze monument has watched over Oakland Cemetery since 1913. Originally a bright golden bronze, natural oxidation turned the statue a haunting pitch-black, sparking local legends of curses and dark magic. It remains one of Iowa's most famous haunted landmarks, drawing curious visitors year-round.