Welcome to the Belle Center
Grow Here
The Belle Center is built upon a 200+ year spirit of service, empowerment and community in Southeast Iowa. We are the hub in Southeast Iowa for nonprofit organizations, entrepreneurs and community..
In the spirit of Belle Mansfield, a suffragette and the first woman licensed to practice law in the United States, we emphasize programming and support of rural women business and nonprofit leaders while maintaining inclusive programming for everyone.
Programs and Services
Coworking and Resource Center
Our coworking community is a creative and supportive group of remote workers (all genders), businesses and nonprofits dedicated to growing and supporting our community and region. In addition to the strong community, workshops and consultation, the coworking space provides desks, offices, mailboxes, shared conference rooms, copy machines access, event space, and more.
Event Center
Hold your next board meeting, conference or celebration at The Belle! Or check out one of the many events hosted by the Belle Center.
Whispering Ivy Society
Whispering Ivy Society
The Whispering Ivy Society is an inclusive, membership-based cultural and social club in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, designed to foster intellectual curiosity, artistic expression, and deep community connection. The Society hosts a fundraising used bookstore, an art gallery, a traveling exhibit hall and numerous educational and social events throughout the year for members and the public.