Moravia in Appanoose County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Outhouse
Wabash Depot/Moravia Historical Complex
| | 1903 | |
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 16, 2025
1. Outhouse Marker
Outhouses were used before modern bathrooms existed. Every homestead had one located some distance from the house. Most were designed for one individual, although some could accommodate two. Toilet tissue was often a luxury, so substitutes such as catalog pages or newspapers were used. The moon on the door typically meant it should be used by males. A star signified use by females. Hollyhocks wee often planted near the ladies' structure.
Erected by Moravia Historical Complex.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the If You've Got to Go... series list.
Location. 40° 53.504′ N, 92° 49.508′ W. Marker is in Moravia, Iowa, in Appanoose County. It can be reached from West North Street east of Myra Lane. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 712 W North St, Moravia IA 52571, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Southern Iowa. It is also in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Summer Kitchen (a few steps from this marker); Fairview School (a few steps from this marker); Main Station Chapel (within shouting distance of this marker); James Floyd Stevens (within shouting distance of this marker); Wabash Depot (within shouting distance of this marker); Coal Mine Car (within shouting distance of this marker); Emergency Siren (within shouting distance of this marker); Section Car (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Moravia.
Also see . . . Wabash Depot Museum Complex. From the City of Moravia's website, more information on the historical train site. (Submitted on June 21, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 16, 2025
2. Outhouse Marker
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 16, 2025
3. Outhouse Marker
next to Fairview School
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 107 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 21, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
