In 1903, Van Meter, Iowa, was the site of mysterious sightings of a creature described as a giant bat-like being with a luminous horn. The entity reportedly appeared at night, inciting alarm among residents. Witnesses noted its swift flight, and efforts to capture it proved unsuccessful. The phenomena persisted over several nights, attracting regional attention and remaining an enigmatic chapter in Van Meter's history. The Van Meter Visitor, as it is known, remains unexplained to this day.