On West Peachtree Street at North Virginia Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West Peachtree Street.
The 10th Cavalry, one of four all black regiments in the regular army at the outbreak of the Spanish-American War, camped at this site on the shore of Lake Wire in the spring of 1898 while awaiting transport to Cuba to fight in the Spanish-American . . . — — Map (db m130419) HM
Near Carpenters Way, 0.5 miles east of U.S. 98, on the left when traveling east.
The Carpenters' Home was the retirement home for members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America from 1929 to 1976. The Union completed the purchase of the 1,684 acre site in April 1924. Costing $632,393, the site included 594 . . . — — Map (db m100435) HM
On Johnson Avenue at McDonald Street, on the right when traveling north on Johnson Avenue.
At Florida Southern College is located the largest collection of buildings on one site ever created by Frank Lloyd Wright, one of America's foremost architects. Wright's plan for the campus is the only tangible example of his community planning . . . — — Map (db m13632) HM
Near Lake Beulah Drive, 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, on the right when traveling north.
This monument pays tribute to all of those Polk County African Americans who served in World War II. Their service to the country would continue long after the battlefields of World War II grew silent.
More than one and a half million . . . — — Map (db m193707) HM WM
Near West Lime Street, 0.2 miles east of Lake Beulah Drive.
In the early 1880's one of Lakeland's first settlements developed on these 35 acres. Railroad laborers working on the Henry B. Plant railroad lines and other African-Americans moved here to begin construction in 1882 on a railroad line from Tampa . . . — — Map (db m198387) HM
Near South Florida Avenue north of East Orange Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Oates Building is a prime example of Florida "Boom Time" architecture, expressed in the Mediterranean Revival style. Built in 1925 by Mr. Alvah Y. Oates, the building was designed by noted Florida and local architect E.C. . . . — — Map (db m55289) HM
On Lake Morton Drive south of Vistabula Street, on the left when traveling south.
In 1922 the Sorosis Club or sorority, a women's club in Lakeland, was organized. Named after the first incorporated women's club in America, the Sorosis Club of New York, the Sorosis Club's mission included service to the community, as well as . . . — — Map (db m51933) HM
On Lake Morton Drive north of East Walnut Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Women’s Club of Lakeland was organized in 1912. In 1923 the club purchased this property as the site for its clubhouse. W.B.Talley, a Lakeland architect, designed this colonial revival building in 1927 and in 1928 construction was completed by . . . — — Map (db m67657) HM
On Lake Hollingsworth Drive at Mississippi Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
Thomas B. Mack was an author, educator and collector in the fields of horticulture, citrus and garden design. In 1951 he began a long horticultural teaching career at Florida Southern College specializing in citrus. In 1997 he was inducted into the . . . — — Map (db m130421) HM
Near Lake Beulah Drive, 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of
all men and women who served
our country in defense of freedom
all of America’s wars and conflicts
For your tomorrow they gave
their today — — Map (db m193693) WM
Near Lake Beulah Drive, 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, on the right when traveling north.
Honoring women who performed service to the United States of America during World War II.
Army and Navy Nurse Corps
Women’s Army Corps (WACs)
Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs)
Navy (WAVES)
Coast Guard (SPARs)
Marine . . . — — Map (db m193677) HM WM
Near Lake Beulah Drive, 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, on the right when traveling north.
“People who have not lost their freedom don’t know what freedom really means. We must all work and fight to keep our freedom.”
Honoring
those who served
our country
and all who sacrificed
their lives for our
freedom . . . — — Map (db m193489) WM
Near James C. Ray Drive just east of Peggy Brown Road, on the right when traveling east.
This aircraft was built by Lockheed in the early 1950s to demonstrate the operation of a vertical takeoff and landing fighter for protecting convoys.
Lockheed Chief Test Pilot Herman “Fish” Salmon piloted the first test flight on June 16, . . . — — Map (db m193336) HM
On SE First Street (State Road 37) near State Road 60, on the right when traveling north.
Historical Citrus Planting March 14, 1959. Site of first experimental planting of citrus on reclaimed phosphate mining land. The project was originated and executed by William James Menear, land manager, Virginia-Carolina Chemical Corporation. — — Map (db m4980) HM
On West Canal Street (State Road 60), on the right when traveling east.
An outstanding citizen who served his community with earnest endeavor and diligent work for community beautification, industrial reclamation and national conservation. Respected and loved by his fellow men as a friend, neighbor, and loyal American. — — Map (db m5015) HM
On Old State Road 37 N, 0.3 miles south of Pebbledale Road, on the left when traveling south.
On this site stood the phosphate mining town of Pierce. It was one of many company-owned mining towns and villages that once populated Polk County. Pierce was started in April 1906 by the Pierce Phosphate Company. This company was acquired in . . . — — Map (db m100904) HM
On South Church Avenue (State Road 37) at SE 1st Street, on the right when traveling north on South Church Avenue.
This marker commemorates the dedication of the Mulberry Time Capsule. The capsule was placed here on June 12, 1977 by the Greater Mulberry Chamber of Commerce. The capsule will be opened in the year 2076 to view the mementoes of the 1976 . . . — — Map (db m4984) HM
On South Church Avenue (State Road 37) at SE 1st Street, on the right when traveling north on South Church Avenue.
This tree replaces the original hundred year old tree that was the "mail drop" for the Bone Valley area before the city of Mulberry, "The Phospate Center of the World" was incorporated in 1901. — — Map (db m4981) HM
Near Interstate 4 at milepost 47,, 1.6 miles west of Old Grade Road (County Road 557), on the right when traveling west.
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for liberty, human . . . — — Map (db m131275) WM
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for liberty, human . . . — — Map (db m214437) WM
On Green Pond Church Road north of Greenpond Road, on the right when traveling north.
The community that developed here was named Green Pond by A.T. Williams, because it reminded him of his home in Green Pond, SC. Early settlers Leroy Smith, Stephen Hancock, George Ritter, R.W. Hammond, and J.B. Rushing, donated land for a church, . . . — — Map (db m99923) HM
Near Lake Beulah Drive, 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, on the right when traveling north.
On April 6, 1917 the United States declared war against Germany. Polk County residents responded to the call to serve with 1,845 joining the Armed Forces. The 2nd Florida Regiment from the local National Guard was consolidated with other National . . . — — Map (db m193589) WM
On West Central Avenue at 2nd Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east on West Central Avenue.
George W. Jenkins opened the first Publix Food Store in Winter Haven in 1930. Five years later, he opened a second location in town. He closed these first two stores to open his dream store, the first Publix Super market, on this site, Nov. 8, . . . — — Map (db m112134) HM
On U.S. 27, 0.7 miles south of Kokomo Road (State Road 546), on the right when traveling south.
In memory of
Chief Chipco
Lover of peace
Friend of the white man
His
Seminole Indian village
was located on
Bonar's Island
in Lake Hamilton 1855
Dedicated by
Ponce de Leon Chapter
Daughters of
the American . . . — — Map (db m43264) HM
On Avenue R NW at 2nd Street NW, on the left when traveling west on Avenue R NW.
In 1881, the Rev. W. B. Mills organized the First African Missionary Baptist Church. Brother W. M. Adams, born into slavery in 1843, became the first deacon and founder. Five families, the Adams, Dwights, Dykes, Reddings. and Whittens, held the . . . — — Map (db m244259) HM
On Fourth Street NW, 0.1 miles north of West Central Ave, on the right when traveling north.
George W. Jenkins, founder of Publix Super Markets
Inc. was born Sept. 29, 1907, in Harris City, GA.
At the age of 17, he came to Florida and took
a job as a food store clerk in Tampa. In 1930, he
decided to open his own . . . — — Map (db m127838) HM
On Avenue O Northeast, 0.1 miles east of 7th Street Northeast, on the left when traveling east.
The Florence Villa Training School for Negroes replaced an earlier African-American school built in 1916 on the corner of 2nd and Palmetto Street. By 1922 the first school was in disrepair and classes were held at the Colored Methodist Episcopal . . . — — Map (db m93191) HM
On 5th Street Northwest south of Avenue D Northwest, on the right when traveling south.
On December 20, 1964, Winter Haven businessman Bob Parsons opened the Derry Down in this building. The English-themed teen club’s primary purpose was to give his stepson, Gram Parsons, a performance venue for his folk band, The Shilos. The club not . . . — — Map (db m112117) HM
On 3rd Street Southeast at Post Avenue Southeast, on the right when traveling south on 3rd Street Southeast.
Pughsville was one of Winter Haven's earliest neighborhoods, populated predominately by African Americans. These individuals cleared land and settled in what is now the southeast section of the city. For many decades, Pughsville remained a . . . — — Map (db m211952) HM
On Avenue O SW at 3rd Street SW (U.S. 17), on the right when traveling east on Avenue O SW.
Pughsville was one of Winter Haven's earliest neighborhoods, populated predominately by African Americans. These individuals cleared land and settled in what is now the southwest section of the city. For many decades, Pughsville remained a vibrant . . . — — Map (db m24588) HM
On 8th Street Northwest (U.S. 17) at Avenue S Northwest, on the right when traveling north on 8th Street Northwest.
A city of 100 lakes, named for its delightful climate, a real haven from the rigors of the cold. This park bears the name of Dr. Inman, the first President of the Florida Citrus Exchange and affectionately called the Father of Winter Haven. — — Map (db m218720) HM
On Rome Highway (Georgia Route 101) at West 1st Street, on the right when traveling north on Rome Highway.
The spring 175 yds. E. was the camping place of Maj. Gen. Grenville M. Dodge’s 16th A.C. of McPherson’s Army of the Tennessee [US], May 23, 1864, enroute from the Etowah River to Dallas, Paulding County.
May 24. Brig. Gen. J.C. Davis’ (2nd) div., . . . — — Map (db m20229) HM
On Rome Highway (Georgia Route 101) 0 miles south of Creek Bank Road, on the right when traveling north.
May 23, 1864. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan’s 15th A.C. [US], camped here at Euharlee Cr., on the site of old Swaintown while Maj. Gen. G.M. Dodge’s 16th A.C. [US] camped at Peek’s Spring one mile Northwest.
These two A.C., comprising McPherson’s Army . . . — — Map (db m20230) HM
On Taylorsville Road at Sewell Road, on the left on Taylorsville Road. Reported missing.
May 23, 1864. The Army of the Tennessee [US], consisting of Logan’s 15th & Dodge’s 16th A.C., crossed the Etowah River at Woolley's Bridge & by Old Macedonia Church & roads not now existing, reached this, the intersection with the Old Alabama Rd., . . . — — Map (db m20227) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Stubbs Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
As with most communities throughout America, the downtown was once home to local branches of major department stores. In Cedartown, grocery stores like Kroger and A&P once had storefronts, and local merchants such as A.C. Cobb, Stubbs and Hogg, and . . . — — Map (db m197592) HM
On Wissahickon Avenue at Essex Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Wissahickon Avenue.
Asa Prior, born in Virginia about 1785, pioneered into this valley and purchased a large tract of land including this spring and Cedar Creek in 1834. In 1852 he deeded the spring and 10 adjacent acres to the City of Cedartown. Another pioneer, Mr. . . . — — Map (db m35812) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Grace Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Cedartown developed from the original town plan that resulted from Asa Prior's division of land that included a courthouse square on the north side of the tract. The lots surrounding the square were planned to be sold as commercial lots. The Rome . . . — — Map (db m197545) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at West Avenue, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
The intersection of West Avenue and Main Street was never intentionally planned to be the center of Cedartown, but eventually as the downtown grew south from the courthouse, this eventually became the main intersection. In the main image, dating . . . — — Map (db m197587) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Sterling Holloway Place, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
Main Street Cedartown has always been a top choice for the area's parades, festivals and special events. From the annual fall festival held each October, to Shriner's Parades, Homecoming Parades, and all sorts of political rallies, concerts, and . . . — — Map (db m197583) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Grace Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
The earliest known inhabitants in the Cedartown area were the Cherokee Indians, who had taken over the surrounding territory from the Creek Indians in the 1760's. Cherokee settlements in the area were known as Char'le Town, Cedar Town and Clean . . . — — Map (db m197547) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Herbert Street, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
The First Baptist Church in Cedar Town was established along Tanyard Branch (about one half mile south) in 1835. Asa Prior and William West donated two acres for the construction of a sanctuary in 1845. This building served until 1891, when a new . . . — — Map (db m197570) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Sterling Holloway Place, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
(From left to right)
• Druggist T.F. Burbank came to Cedartown in 1873, and built the block of buildings between Woodland and Herbert Streets in 1879.
• The building to your right was once the Grand Theater, shown here during some . . . — — Map (db m197569) HM
On Prior Street, 0 miles east of South College Street, on the left when traveling east.
Ivy Ledbetter Lee, public relations expert, author, lecturer, and philanthropist, was born July 16, 1877, near Cedartown. He attended Emory College for two years and then went to Princeton, where he earned his A.B. in 1898, paying his way by working . . . — — Map (db m35795) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) south of Grace Street, on the right when traveling south.
The late Senator James I. Parker established the law firm of Parker and Lundy on this site in 1949. William L. Lundy, Jr. joined the firm in 1985 and Richard J. Lundy in 1987, Charles E. "Chuck” Morris, Jr. in 1998, Laura L. Wheale in 2014, and . . . — — Map (db m197548) HM
On Prior Street, 0 miles west of South Main Street (Georgia Route 1), on the right when traveling west.
Created December 20, 1851 and named for President James Knox Polk. Cedartown is fittingly named for the trees which flourish in this beautiful valley. The city is a railroad center, has a thriving textile industry, and a large paper mill. . . . — — Map (db m35738) HM
On Prior Street west of South Main Street (Business U.S. 27), on the right when traveling west.
[Front]
Erected by the
Cedartown Chapter
U.D.C. No. 491
to the Confederate
veterans of Polk County,
1906.
The daughters of
those who made
our flag, hold in
exalted veneration
those who bore it.
[Side]
When . . . — — Map (db m197543) WM
On Prior Street at South Main Street (Business U.S. 27), on the right when traveling east on Prior Street.
The first courthouse in the area was a frame building erected in Van Wert in 1838. When Cedar Town was made the county seat of the newly formed Polk County in 1851, Asa Prior sold land to the new county for a new courthouse for $1,200. The two story . . . — — Map (db m197540) HM
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 27) at Prior Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Northwest Georgia is blessed with many limestone springs. When Van Wert was founded, hollowed out chestnut and cedar logs were fashioned to bring spring water from nearby hills into the village, making it one of the first communities in Northwest . . . — — Map (db m197537) HM
On South College Street at Sterling Holloway Place, on the right when traveling north on South College Street.
Sterling Price Holloway, Jr., like his father, was named for Confederate General Sterling "Pap" Price. He was born on this site and went to school here then attended the Georgia Military Academy in College Park, now Woodward Academy. He later . . . — — Map (db m237705) HM
On Wissahickon Avenuye at North Cave Spring Street, on the right when traveling east on Wissahickon Avenuye.
The area surrounding the Cedartown Big Springs was first inhabited by the Cherokee Indians. The land was prized for its abundance of sparkling spring water and shade-providing cedar trees. The Cherokee people lived here peacefully until May 26, 1838 . . . — — Map (db m107439) HM
On South Piedmont Avenue (Georgia Route 113) at Springdale Road, on the right when traveling south on South Piedmont Avenue.
County seat of Paulding when that county was created in 1832; inc. 1838. Named for Isaac Van Wert & John Paulding, two of the captors of Major Andre.
Polk County was organized in 1851 from parts of Floyd and Paulding; this placed Van Wert in Polk . . . — — Map (db m35778) HM
On Church Street at Water Street, on the left when traveling south on Church Street.
[Entry marker]
We honor those who
served in our country's
Armed forces
Dedicated
November 11, 2001
[Main memorial]
The City of Rockmart
and
Brown–Wright
American Legion
Post 12
dedicate
this memorial to . . . — — Map (db m197595) WM
On Northwest 86th Street at Clark Street, on the right when traveling north on Northwest 86th Street.
Prairie Engine recalls the early days of the railroad and its importance in the development of Clive. The sculpture conveys the power and movement of a by-gone era and historically connects Clive's past to its present.
The deep brown . . . — — Map (db m236237) HM
Near Northwest 86th Street, 0.2 miles south of Swanson Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
On this day, Walnut Creek rose out of its banks reaching a record crest of 13.41 feet (flood stage is 12 feet). The flooding followed two storms that moved through portions of Iowa sending several river systems above flood stage and 5 inches of rain . . . — — Map (db m236235) HM
The Owen's Covered Bridge was built around 1875 to span the North River, a tributary of the Des Moines River. This Howe Truss style bridge originally sat about 2.5 miles northeast of Carlisle where it formed part of a road from Martins Ferry to . . . — — Map (db m236539) HM
On SW 1st Street at West Martin Luther King Parkway, on the left when traveling north on SW 1st Street.
Fort Des Moines No. 2
Established May 1843 — Evacuated March 1846
This cabin is a memorial to the military outpost, Fort Des Moines No. 2, occupied by Company I, First Regiment U. S. Dragoons and Company F First U. S. Infantry. The . . . — — Map (db m84100) HM
On Southwest Water Street south of West Martin Luther King Jr Parkway, on the right when traveling north.
Established in 1843
Evacuated in 1846
Erected by Abigail Adams Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Assisted by park commissioners and early settlers of Des Moines
Dedicated June 14, 1908 — — Map (db m236114) HM
On Pleasant Street west of 12th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Blank Children's Hospital stands here today because of the generosity of A.H. and Anna Blank. The Blanks were steadfast in their philanthropic mission to build a children's hospital in memory of their son, Raymond Blank. At the time, Iowa had the . . . — — Map (db m237713) HM
On Pleasant Street west of 12th Street, on the right when traveling west.
People lived and worked here. They shopped and prayed here. They gathered here to celebrate life. Welcome to what was Iowa's most vibrant Black community — the historic Center Street neighborhood, stretching from 15th Street to Keosauqua Way. . . . — — Map (db m235901) HM
Near University Avenue just west of 28th Street, on the right when traveling west.
The iconic Painted Street tradition has been associated with the Drake Relays since 1975. The event gathers hundreds of students and involves student organizations painting themed squares and ends with a festive paint fight. In the fall of 2018, . . . — — Map (db m193850) HM
A Monument Established By The Citizens Of Iowa To Honor Iowans Who Served During the Vietnam War These Absent Friends Will Never Be Forgotten
Abler, James L · Abolins, Janis · Abrahamson, Gary L · Adams, Glenn A
Adams, Steven H · Adams, . . . — — Map (db m41878) WM
On Robert D. Ray Drive at Maple Street, on the right when traveling south on Robert D. Ray Drive.
A dark era befell Cambodia when the Khmer Rouge, under the dictator Pol Pot, ruled the country from 1975 to 1979. Pol Pot's genocidal regime led to the deaths of nearly 2 million people out of a population of just 7 million. So many people were . . . — — Map (db m237953) HM
On East Walnut Street, 0.1 miles east of Finkbine Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
1782 1932
Dedicated to all men and women
wounded in all our wars
My stone is red for
the blood they shed.
The medal I bear
is my Country's way
to show they care.
If I could be seen
by . . . — — Map (db m42145) WM
This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people of Iowa by direction of The Honorable John W. Snyder Secretary of the Treasury As the inspirational symbol of the United States Savings Bonds Independence Drive from May 16 to . . . — — Map (db m229146) HM
Front Dedicated to soldiers and patriots of the American Revolution who are buried in IowaDecember 28, 1846 Iowa Our liberties we prize our rights we will maintainReverse George Perkins, N. and S. Carolina, Lee County William . . . — — Map (db m48277) HM
Near East Court Avenue south of Dey Street, on the right when traveling east.
In 1959, the Prefecture of Yamanashi, Japan suffered heavy damage from two typhoons, resulting in significant loss of human life, farm animals, homes and crops. An Iowan, stationed with the U.S. Air Force in Tokyo at that time, wanted to help. . . . — — Map (db m236175) HM
Side 1 Early on the quiet Sunday morning of June 25, 1950 - June 24th in Washington - the North Korean Peoples Army attacked South Korea. They crossed the 38th parallel with 135,000 soldiers and 22 Russian built tanks. This action touched . . . — — Map (db m48281) HM
On 12th Street south of Grand Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
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
loyalty . . . — — Map (db m72403) HM
Near Robert D. Ray Drive at E. Center Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Robert D. Ray Asian Garden not only highlights the importance of diversity in our community and acknowledges the contributions that Asian Americans have made to Iowa, but also serves as a lasting monument honoring Governor Ray's visionary . . . — — Map (db m237927) HM
Front 1 of 52 U.S. Submarines lost during WWII Lost on her 2nd patrol, January 20, 1942 in Makassar Strait, Indonesia. Left Image U.S. Submarine Veterans World War II In memory of all submarines and crews on eternal patrol . . . — — Map (db m48269) HM
Near East Court Avenue south of Dey Street, on the right when traveling east.
Ralph was a slave from Missouri. In 1834, he bought his freedom from his owner, a man named J. Montgomery, so he could come to Iowa to work in the lead mines near Dubuque. The cost of his independence was to be $550, plus interest. But after five . . . — — Map (db m236242) HM
On Grand Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This Boulder Commemorates The first licensed ferry at the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers
1847
The first Pontoon Bridge at Sycamore Street (Now Grand Avenue)
1856
The First Toll Bridge at Court Avenue
1856 — — Map (db m210314) HM
On Finkbine Drive north of East Walnut Street, on the right when traveling north.
Mrs. Coggeshall directed and inspired the women's suffrage movement in Iowa. She lobbied here for the vote.
Centennial of the 19th Amendment — — Map (db m229145) HM
On East Walnut Street, on the right when traveling east.
(Front side):
Iowa's tribute to the courage, patriotism, and distinguished service of all her soldiers and sailors who fought in the war of the rebellion 1861- 1865
(Back side):
Designed By Harriet A. Ketcham MT. Pleasant, . . . — — Map (db m42147) HM
United States Senator MDCCCXXIX • MCMVIII for forty-three years A member of Congress from Iowa Oldest in service Wisest in council A friend of all — — Map (db m48275) HM
Near East Court Avenue south of Dey Street, on the right when traveling east.
Sacred to the memory of Willson Alexander Scott who gave to the State of Iowa the greater part of the land where stands the Capitol
Born in Crawford County, Indiana November 20, 1818. He acquired some five hundred acres of land . . . — — Map (db m236130) HM
Near George Flagg Parkway east of Fleur Drive, on the left when traveling south.
Through the centuries, the area that is today's Gray's Lake was part of the ever-changing course of the Raccoon River. Left behind after one such change in the Raccoon was an oxbow that would become Gray's Lake Park. Residents of Des Moines in . . . — — Map (db m236552) HM
On 17th Street south of Olive Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
A pillar of Des Moines' Black community, the Willkie House legacy dates to 1917 when it hosted the War Recreation Board's leisure programs for Black servicemen in the city. Its name and function changed in the early years, as did its location. . . . — — Map (db m235895) HM
On East 9th Street south of Thompson Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Born in Philadelphia, Ida B. Wise Smith rose to national prominence as a Iowan dedicated to the causes of women's suffrage, prohibition, and children's rights. Mrs. Smith pressed her causes in the political arena, achieving the enactment of a state . . . — — Map (db m235889) HM
Near Route 80 at milepost 147,, 1.2 miles west of 112 Street NE (County Road S27), on the right when traveling west.
The fork of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers was recognized as an ideal site a military post as early 1834. Fort Des Moines was established in 1843, but was abandoned in 1846 following the treaty whereby the Sauk and Mesquakie Indians relinquished . . . — — Map (db m33009) HM
On 4th Street NW near Market Street NW, on the right when traveling west.
This church was built by Thomas Mitchell. Thomas Mitchell was born in New Hampshire in 1816. he came to Iowa Territory in 1840, and in 1844 became the first white settler of Polk County. He built cabins and later inns to feed and shelter the . . . — — Map (db m44833) HM
Near Fuller Road west of South 19th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Pioneers for Emancipation
The man who built this house was James Cunningham Jordan (1813–1891). He and his wife Melinda were the earliest settlers in Walnut Township, Iowa (now West Des Moines). When he was thirty-three Mr. Jordan built a . . . — — Map (db m236559) HM
On Railroad Place east of 5th Street, on the right when traveling east.
October 1842 – Land is transferred to the United States
1845 - Iowa opened for homesteaders
Spring of 1846 - First settlers moved into Walnut Township, future site of West Des Moines
1849 - Church services began in the Jordan log cabin . . . — — Map (db m236554) HM
On Demers Avenue (Business U.S. 2) just south of 3rd Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling south.
Arthur Gustav Sorlie April 26, 1874 – August 28, 1928 Governor of North Dakota and Chairman of the State Highway Commission from January 1925 until his death. Resident of Grand Forks since 1903. Member of the City Council from 1909 to . . . — — Map (db m162662) HM
Near U.S. 2, 0.1 miles west of 370th Avenue Southwest, on the right when traveling west.
Welcome to Minnesota (south side)Known to her citizens as the North Star State or the Gopher State, Minnesota has never claimed to be the Land of giants. But two famous American giants do hail from Minnesota. The giant lumberjack Paul . . . — — Map (db m162685) HM
On Minnesota Avenue (County Highway 1) just west of Railway Street, on the left when traveling west.
[north side]1917 ☆ 1918 This memorial dedicated to the memory of Nels T. Wold awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor and Alvin Fengestad Henry J. Solie Thomas O. Evenson Gilbert O. Lesetmo Lauris Larson . . . — — Map (db m216283) HM WM
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