| Perry’s small
town values, historical pride, governmental services, commerce,
tourism, industry, health services, schools, churches, and
recreational opportunities offer a comfortable, yet energetic
way of life with a healthy atmosphere for people of all ages.
Perry truly has it all! The town motto is "Make Yourself
at Home" in Perry.
Schools
The Perry school district serves a student population of over
1800 students in grades K-12. Perry is within 45 minutes of
Iowa State University, Des Moines Area Community College,
Drake University, and a number of other universities and colleges
located in the Des Moines area.
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| Local employers:
- IBP Corp.
- Wiese Corp.
- Osmundson Mfg.
- Progressive Foundry, Inc.
- MidAmerican Energy
- IES Utilities
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Attractions/local events:
- Restored Grand Theater shows top movies on its 3 screens
- Calico Shops/Thymes Remembered Tea Room
- Hotel Pattee celebrates sights and sounds of small town
life
- Perry's annual community 4th of July Celebration
- Annual winter Bike Ride to Rippey (BRR)
- Dallas County Forest Park Museum
- Various antique and craft shops
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