Dedicated in honor and memory of those who served in the World War
These made the supreme sacrifice
*Magarrell, Melvin W., killed in action ·
*John Wesack ·
*Farrell, William ·
*Grimes, Edward ·
*Schmidt, Ernest ·
*Wedemeyer, . . . — — Map (db m236310) WM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193876) HM
Founded 1875 by Daniel Heaton Presidents: Daniel Heaton 1875-1907; E. H. Bickford 1907-24; Ethel B. Foster 1924-48; Jay E. Howe 1948-61; T. N. Howe 1961-78. — — Map (db m193968) HM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193877) HM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193970) HM
In grateful appreciation this monument is dedicated to the Veterans of Adair County who served their country in times of war and peace. — — Map (db m72442) WM
Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.
President Harry S. . . . — — Map (db m72443) WM
"A grass plant is small and humble, lost in the multitude, and unnoticed. Hardly one person in a hundred thousand realizes what is going on in the growth of grass. But for the protection of the soil, grass is just as important as trees - and for . . . — — Map (db m86940) HM
The Garden Pond Is In Memory Of
Our Great Grandfather
Jasper James
And His Family
They moved to Adair County in 1892 by covered wagon with their young children herding the livestock. They settled on a farm two and a half miles . . . — — Map (db m86929) HM
When the first settlers arrived in Iowa, nearly 30 of this state's 35 million acres were blanketed with tallgrass prairie. In less than 150 years, 99.9% of this vast, lush grassland disappeared under the plow. The prairie before you contains some . . . — — Map (db m86930) HM
Determined and authenticated by
the Historical Department of Iowa, 1911.
This monument was erected in 1917 by
the Iowa Daughters of the American Revolution
in memory of the pioneers who followed
this trail and its tributaries.
We cross . . . — — Map (db m86922) HM
This flag display has been erected by the Bank of Memories Museum in proud and grateful memory of American soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen and especially those who laid down their lives in all quarters of this earth, that other peoples might . . . — — Map (db m86925) WM
Built: 1879, In operation until 1960's
Put on National Historic Register in 1980
Renovated: 1997 - 2015
Now: Community Center & Historic Artifacts Displays — — Map (db m304270) HM
The Adams County House of History served as county Jail House and Sheriff's Quarters from 1877 to 1955. The stones that were used to build the jail house were hauled from St. Joseph, Missouri, by oxen and wagon. The effort to purchase and renovate . . . — — Map (db m86668) HM
Remembering Our Heroes
———————
Our Liberties We Prize
and
Our Rights We Will Maintain
———————
John Thuman - KIA WWII
Billy Cooper - KIA Korea . . . — — Map (db m86994) WM
Formed in France by Etienne Cabet, this group comprised of many talented and well-educated persons. All possessions surrendered to a common fund, all worked for common good.
Landed in New Orleans in 1848 all applied for citizenship, same . . . — — Map (db m291323) HM
This bell first rang in the Congregational Church which was built on this site in 1871. A new church building was constructed here in 1900, and it included a tower for the bell. The Congregational Church federated with the Presbyterian Church in . . . — — Map (db m86999) HM
In 1766, English and French Canadian traders wintered near this site. They must have puzzled over these strange earthen shapes-or others even nearer their cabin. The traders could not have known that the humble grave markers were vestiges of a . . . — — Map (db m61987) HM
This building was completed in 1861 by the firm of Hale, Jenkins and Pratt at a cost of $13,655. The 40-acre townsite, including the place where the building stands, was donated by the Shattuck Family. The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors . . . — — Map (db m69527) HM
The Norwegian-American Gjefle log house was built in 1870, and an addition in 1886, in Center Township. It was moved to this site in 1990. — — Map (db m272713) HM
The Allamakee County Freedom Rock The Allamakee County Freedom Rock project was started in 2016 with an application submitted to the Freedom Rock artist, Ray "Bubba" Sorensen to have Allamakee County placed on his waiting list. . . . — — Map (db m232607) HM WM
Albert I. Lodwick (pictured at the top of the mural) was born in Mystic, Iowa on March 4, 1904. On July 10, 1938, due in large part to Albert Lodwick's organizational skills as his flight operations manager, Howard Hughes set a record by . . . — — Map (db m90374) HM
Mine cars hauled coal from the depths of the mineshaft to the surface, where it was loaded onto trucks. There were two types of mines in Appanoose County - slope mines and shaft mines. Slope mine cars were usually pulled by Shetland ponies or . . . — — Map (db m276231) HM
In the late 1940's, the local Booster Club and the American Legion post held community fund raising events to secure the $400 needed for Moravia's first fire siren. The emergency siren was placed on top of the Masonic Building and put into . . . — — Map (db m276239) HM
The Fairview School opened its door to the first class of students in the fall of 1873. On hundred forty-three years later, this treasured little country schoolhouse was moved to the Wabash Depot Historical Complex to begin its second life as an . . . — — Map (db m276233) HM
The Interurban Depot was built at the beginning of the 20th century. Circa 1902 the operation was electrified, starting with 3 motor cars. And by 1914 the Interurban Depot fulfilled Moravia's dream of being the best small-town center of . . . — — Map (db m276229) HM
Author James Floyd Stevens wrote short stories about the legendary, larger than life lumberjack Paul Bunyon and Babe the Blue Ox, based on tall tales he had heard in the logging camps of his youth. Stevens was born near Iconium, Iowa and moved to . . . — — Map (db m276252) HM
After a tornado destroyed both the Fairview Methodist and Antioch churches, area families joined forces in 1884 to build what later became known as the Main Station Church. Located just east of the current Rathbun Lake, it was adjacent to the . . . — — Map (db m276251) HM
In the winter of 1846, the first Mormons crossed the Mississippi River, traveling west near the areas that later became Unionville, Moravia and Iconium. Three years later, in 1849, the Moravians traveled by schooner following the same route . . . — — Map (db m276172) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m276241) HM
The section car transported workmen by rail when tracks needed repair. A hand crank was used to propel the early models. Section gangs of six to eight men worked on an assigned track section of 4-5 miles, and they used these cars to get tools and . . . — — Map (db m276230) HM
A summer kitchen was the most multi-functional part of any farmstead during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Cooking, canning, laundry, smoking meats, making soap, rendering lard, and many more tasks which produced a great deal of heat and . . . — — Map (db m276242) HM
In 1903, the Wabash Depot was built on the north side of West North Street, using Queen Anne style architecture. When the Wabash Railroad donated the depot to the Moravia Area Historical Society in 1975, it was relocated to the south side of the . . . — — Map (db m276232) HM
Underneath Rathbun Lake, where the south branch of the Chariton River ran, lies the remains of most of the village of Griffinsville. At the turn of the century it was a thriving little inland hamlet with several houses, a general store, Barney . . . — — Map (db m85505) HM
Alberts HistoryHere in the heart of T-bone country, famed for its livestock production, Albert stands as a gigantic tribute to the nations beef industry. Albert is 30 feet tall and weighs 45 tons (90,000 pounds). He is 33 feet . . . — — Map (db m239498) HM
Near the crossroads of the nation, our parks and trails, attractions and celebrations, quality health care and good schools, makes Audubon a fine place to live, raise children, work and play. John James Audubon Clock A 21-foot clock of John . . . — — Map (db m239499) HM
John James Audubon Stained Glass Clock A 21-foot-tall clock with Audubon and his dog Zephyr, artistically created of stained glass. It has exact Universal time and is lighted at night. It was commissioned by the Audubon Masonic Association. The . . . — — Map (db m239589) HM
Gratefully dedicated to the lasting memory of all the men and women who have honorably served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America in the time of war and peace Army ☆ Air Force ☆ Coast Guard ☆ Navy ☆ Marine . . . — — Map (db m239618) WM
About the T-Bone Trail The T-Bone Trail is named for Operation T-Bone. From 1951-1965 Audubon County cattle feeders shipped around 2,000 head of prime beef annually in rail cars to the Chicago Stockyards, publicizing and promoting our great . . . — — Map (db m239497) HM
The Bald Eagle sculpture stands tall in recognition of US service personnel from all military branches who served in times of war and peace. John F. Kennedy said, The fierce beauty and proud independence of this great bird aptly symbolizes . . . — — Map (db m239562) HM WM
Founded in 1862, Belle Plaine possesses a rich and dramatic history filled with people and events of local, state, national, and international significance. Highlights from that history are captured in this 19' by 29' sculpted brick mural. . . . — — Map (db m251109) HM
John M. Fishel June 30, 1943 Lyle T. Rozell Aug. 29, 1943 Richard L. Lint Nov. 1, 1943 Homer D. Woodson Jan. 26, 1944 Louie E. Popenhagen June 1, 1944 Donald R. Peacock Dec. 24, 1944 Mark R. Reynolds Jr. Mar. 24, 1945 Alfred C. Moody . . . — — Map (db m291688) WM
Created around 1900 by Thomas Cusack and Company, Chicago Repainted by Don Wilson of Shellsburg, 1993 Restored by Ed Callan of Shellsburg, 2024, with funding provided by Shellsburg residents, businesses and friends, organized by Shellsburg Area . . . — — Map (db m291697) HM
Built in 1915 by the Iowa Highway Commission. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. Retired to pedestrian duty in 2023. To see a video on the history of the bridge and to learn more, scan the code at left or visit . . . — — Map (db m291687) HM
Lt. Col. Calvin P. Titus United States Army Calvin Pearl Titus, son of Calvin and Cora Elsadine (Smith) Titus of Vinton, Iowa, moved to Oklahoma with his dad after his mother had died; later living with his Aunt Florence and Uncle . . . — — Map (db m291700) HM
In the beginning The plan was to create a resort drawing people to Vinton. In the early days, it was thought that there were 3 Indian Mounds in the area of the town, and because of that, he named the resort, "Park Minne Estema". . . . — — Map (db m239626) HM
8,500 B.C. Mound Builders The varying cultures collectively called Mound Builders were inhabitants of North America who, during a 5,000-year period, constructed various styles of earthen mounds for religious and ceremonial, burial, . . . — — Map (db m239651) HM
Points of Interest If you are planning any exploration, please be respectful of private property. 1. BURMEISTERS ISLAND: Located at Benton/Black Hawk County line, this privately owned island is a haven for numerous wildlife and . . . — — Map (db m239656) HM
When ground was broken in November of 1879 for the S.H. Watson Canning Company, it was the beginning of Vinton's identity as the "Corn Canning Capital of the World". Eventually, the Vinton canning industry grew to be the largest in the Midwest. It . . . — — Map (db m176268) HM
Prior to bridges, anyone living north of Vinton had to cross the Red Cedar by boat to come to town. A ferry was established June, 1852 to help with cargo. The county judge established the rates for passage: Foot passenger 5’; man, horse & vehicle . . . — — Map (db m239636) HM
Samuel H. Watson, pioneer Vinton banker built the opera house in 1870 at a cost of 20,000 to $25,000. It seated 800 persons and featured live performances in drama, music, and comedy. It was the center of entertainment for the Vinton community. . . . — — Map (db m239697) HM
The Lincoln Highway
The Lincoln Highway became the first transcontinental highway in the nation. It opened the way for motorists to explore the country from the coastline of New York City all the way to the shoreline of San Francisco. . . . — — Map (db m251136) HM
When the Battles are done
the War isn't over
For our Veterans
It is just Beginning.
[Taylor Morris Navy EOD from Cedar Falls, Iowa who was injured in Afghanistan and Gold Star Mothers.]
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
[Respect for our . . . — — Map (db m135835) WM
Herman Caswell Hemenway (1834-1922) Born in Potsdam, New York, Herman Hemenway was a public school teacher who moved west to Independence, Iowa, to practice law. He enlisted for the Union Army during the American Civil War and was commissioned . . . — — Map (db m277150) HM
On lands acquired by the USA from Sac and Fox (Mesquakie) Indians in 1842, William Sturgis and Erasmus O. Adams settled near this spot along the Cedar River in 1845. Sturgis began construction of a dam and mill and the site became known as . . . — — Map (db m231310) HM
End of the Ice Age
Before the era of electric refrigeration, natural ice was harvested from the Cedar River and stored in the ice house owned by Cedar Falls Ice and Fuel Company. Built in 1921, the building was 100 feet in diameter, had . . . — — Map (db m277153) HM
Jacob Hoffman was an early settler in Black Hawk County. He is the prototype of Wayne Lockwood in the novel Song of Years by Bess Streeter Aldridge, published in 1939. Aldridge related stories of early Sturgis Falls (Cedar Falls) such as . . . — — Map (db m277159) HM
Cedar Falls boosters used "Garden City" and "Lawn City" to describe the well-kept lawns and tree-lined streets in quiet residential areas. Although Cedar Falls was initially settled by families relocating from eastern and midwestern states, after . . . — — Map (db m277143) HM
Cheap Energy
The 6-foot drop in the Cedar River attracted William Sturgis and Erasmus Adams to the area in 1845. The falls on the Cedar provided a dependable source of energy to operate a saw mill for lumber and a grist mill to grind grain. . . . — — Map (db m277144) HM
Named in honor of John M. Overman, Phebe J. Overman, William P. Overman, Harriet C. Overman, Demcy C. Overman, and Edwin Brown, proprietors of the village of Cedar Falls, who, on this day, the 12th of April, A.D. 1853, donated this public square . . . — — Map (db m277158) HM
With the faith and courage of
their forefathers who made
possible the freedom of these
United States
The Boy Scouts of America
dedicate this replica of the
Statue of Liberty as a pledge
of everlasting fidelity and
and . . . — — Map (db m277162) HM
Black Hawk County's agricultural economy is based on the rich land, seventy-nine per cent of which is under cultivation. Through the county flow the Cedar and Wapsipinicon rivers. The county was named for a Sac Indian leader. Several Indian . . . — — Map (db m231309) HM
La Porte City's long history of protecting its citizens started with the formation of a bucket brigade in 1871. A bell summoned citizens to bring their buckets to fight fires. In those early years, the towns volunteer fire department was praised . . . — — Map (db m193700) HM
Mayor Darrel Loveless City Council Ivadell Bader Kenneth Harmon Gary Juhl Clifford McFarland Duane Slaikeu Renovated 1982 by Junior L. McBride National Register of Historic Buildings — — Map (db m189799) HM
This center once housed Iowas first FFA Ag Museum. It now has been restored to showcase its original purpose, which was La Porte Citys fire station and jailhouse. An 1861 log cabin from the region also has been moved to the site. Together, these . . . — — Map (db m193698) HM
Dr. Jesse Wasson, founder of our community, devoted his life to the constant improvement and planning for the future of La Porte City. To honor his foresight and continue his visionary thinking, the Friends of the Museum have established the Jesse . . . — — Map (db m193699) HM
The Midwest was once a vast sea of tallgrass prairie, which grew to heights over 9 feet. When Iowa became a state in 1846, the same rich soil and ample rainfall that supported prairie grasses drew eager settlers to the region. Northwest Iowas . . . — — Map (db m193697) HM
With the faith and courage of
their forefathers who made
possible the freedom of these
United States
The Boy Scouts of America
dedicate this copy of the
Statue of Liberty as a pledge
of everlasting fidelity and
and loyalty . . . — — Map (db m278224) HM
Living Without a Care
Sans Souci was established in 1897 as a private summer retreat on the Cedar River. There were never more than twenty houses located along the east side of island. It was home to the city's first golf course, the . . . — — Map (db m278201) HM
May we never forget the ship
The crews who proudly sailed her
And those who paid the ultimate price
While serving their country — — Map (db m278223) WM
Designed by renowned architectural lighting artist, Rob Shakespeare, the Waterloo River Lights Experience comes to life at sunset. Colored light flows from plazas with lighted totem towers, across the canopy of the 4th Street bridge, and spills . . . — — Map (db m278270) HM
West Side Story
The West Side
The Waterloo skyline in 1967 reflected the different development patterns between the two sides of the river. On the West Side the Waterloo Savings Bank, Russell Lamson Hotel, Black Hawk Building, YMCA, . . . — — Map (db m278380) HM
North Side
Boone County
[Train crossing the Des Moines River]
East Side
"I will tell our kids about the hero you are . . .
and the hero who gave 150% for our Country"
SGT Daniel Sesker
South Side
Dwight and . . . — — Map (db m168820) WM
From this site on October 29, 1908, Iowa Suffragists marched downtown to rally for womens right to vote. The Boone Suffrage parade was the only one held in Iowa and one of the first in the U.S. It was organized by Rowena Edson Stevens, President . . . — — Map (db m286899) HM
Boone County was known in the early days for coal mines, which are what brought the railroad to the area. When planners of the Lincoln Highway were looking for the best route in Iowa, they often followed the railroad and it is hard to separate the . . . — — Map (db m287098) HM
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