Iowa Falls in Hardin County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
L.E. Jones Mansion
Jefferson Highway Historic Site
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 17, 2025
1. L.E. Mansion Marker
Constructed in 1904 at a cost of $50,000, this opulent home was designed by Smith and Gage Architects of Des Moines for the Jones family. Sheathed in Indiana limestone, the three stories boast solid mahogany and oak woodwork inside, imported Italian stained glass and a Steuben glass chandelier. It has served as both a Masonic Lodge and private residence.
Erected by Iowa Falls Chamber Main Street and Historic Commission and Jefferson Highway Association.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. In addition, it is included in the Jefferson Highway series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 42° 31.292′ N, 93° 15.652′ W. Marker is in Iowa Falls, Iowa, in Hardin County. It is on Rocksylvania Avenue west of Talbott Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 304 Rocksylvania Ave, Iowa Falls IA 50126, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Original Site of Ellsworth Municipal Hospital (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Carnegie-Ellsworth Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Railroad Car (approx. 0.2 miles away); Site of White's Mill and Dam (approx. 0.4 miles away); E. Olin Soule Tree and Plaque (approx. 0.4 miles away); Julia O'Neil Park (approx. 0.7 miles away); Power To The People (approx. 11½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Iowa Falls.
Photographed by Jason Voigt, June 17, 2025
2. L.E. Jones Mansion Marker
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 191 times since then and 46 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 26, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
