Corning is a city in Quincy Township, Adams County, Iowa, United States.

Adams County, Iowa, offers a wealth of outdoor recreation options that cater to a variety of interests.

From fishing and boating at Lake Icaria to hiking and camping in parks, the county's natural beauty and resources make it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Adams County Speedway is a prominent dirt track located in Corning, Iowa, known for its exciting auto racing events.

The speedway has garnered a reputation as a key destination for racing enthusiasts in the region, attracting competitors and spectators alike.

These structures not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the area but also serve as reminders of the town's rich heritage.

The downtown area plays a central role in community events, including farmers' markets, seasonal festivals, parades, and holiday celebrations.

These events not only draw locals but also attract visitors from surrounding areas, fostering a strong sense of community involvement.

The first European settlers here were a group of French Icarians who came from Nauvoo, Illinois in 1852; they established a community near Lake Icaria, north of Corning in 1854.

Although the corporation formally dissolved in 1878, some continued to live in the communal dwellings until 1898, making this the longest-lasting Icarian colony in the United States.

Around the first weekend of June each year, Corning celebrates "Le Festival De L'Heritage Francais" in the French market.

The first Adams County seat was established by act of the Iowa Legislature on January 12, 1853, at Quincy.

In November 1872, the people voted to remove the courthouse from Quincy and locate the county seat in Corning.

Gilmore's original entry won a federal-sponsored Forty-Eight States design competition in 1939 and depicted a Sunday band concert but a local jury of concerned citizens requested that Gilmore's image contain only actual architecture and landmarks in the downtown district and that she remove a cannon and an obelisk from the image.

Gilmore made the changes to accommodate a WPA requirement stipulating that murals should "suit the taste of the local townspeople".

The weekend includes a BBQ competition, street dance, Doctors' Dash race, and other events around the community.

Lake Icaria offers great fishing with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, perch, walleye, and wiper.

Corning is home to Adams County Speedway, which holds races on Saturday nights from April through September.

Major donations included $75,000 from Corning native Johnny Carson, and $5,000 from well known skateboarder Tony Hawk.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.58 square miles (4.09 km2), all land.