Ames in Story County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Farm House
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 17, 2025
1. The Farm House Marker
has been designated a
Registered National
Historic Landmark
Under the provisions of the
Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935
this site possesses exceptional value
in commemorating or illustrating
the History of The United States
Erected 1965 by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical date for this entry is August 21, 1935.
Location. 42° 1.624′ N, 93° 38.637′ W. Marker is in Ames, Iowa, in Story County. It is on Farm House Lane north of Wallace Road, on the right when traveling north. Plaque is in front of the house, next to the porch. It is located on the grounds of Iowa State University. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 601 Farm House Ln, Ames IA 50011, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Des Moines. It is also in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Finest Blue Cheese (within shouting distance of this marker); World's Hardiest Roses (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sloss House (about 600 feet away); First Veterinary Medicine College (about 800 feet away); Campaniling (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Land-Grant Home Economics College (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Land-Grant (approx. 0.2 miles away); Birthplace of the Computer (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ames.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 26, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 146 times since then and 47 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on June 26, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
