Buddy Holly Crash Site

Requires prior knowledge

The site of the plane crash that inspired American Pie, this site is located in a farm field outside Mason City. There’s a sign referencing the song, and a Buddy Holly glasses sculpture marking the pa...

Who would have thought in the middle of a cornfield????

Be prepared for a small hike alongside a corn field and for a small - but nice - tribute at the end of the walk. Go if you are a die hard music fan or Buddy Holly fan...

Don't overlook interesting Iowa

A visit to Clear Lake, Iowa is a trip down musical history memory lane and must include stops at the Buddy Holly Crash Site memorial along with a visit to the Surf Ballroom which is still in operation...

Two Sister's

My sister and I took the time to stop on our trip to Kansas City The location was well kept and beautiful. After we were done taking pictures my sister noticed a board with a little guitar on it ....

Peaceful

It was raining when we got there. Once we arrived at his memorial it stopped raining. Interesting. When you arrive,, go behind the eye glasses and stay to the right and walk along the fence. It is a 1...