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Lewis, Iowa

Lewis, Iowa

The town of Lewis is a quiet community located on a hill top overlooking the Nishnabotna River Valley and the Lewis Cold Springs Lake. A population of 444 people enjoy a rural location with a rich historical background, surrounded by abundant agricultural endeavors and a vibrant community organization. Well-known for its National Historic Landmark, the Hitchcock House, built in 1856 by Reverend George and Mrs. Caroline Hitchcock, and used as a station during the Underground Railroad movement.

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Historic Oakwood Cemetery

The Oakwood Cemetery on the east edge of Lewis is the final resting place of many prominent Lewis residents that aided freedom seekers during their lives.

Lewis, IA Cemeteries

Hitchcock House

The Reverend George B. Hitchcock House is the home of one of the anti-slavery leaders of the Congregational Church mission in western Iowa. Reverend Hitchcock used his home to assist in the safe passage of fugitive slaves (or Freedom Seekers)

Lewis, IA Historic Buildings

Things to do near Lewis, IA

Dolls of Historic Trails - Doll House

100-year-old cottage filled with dolls waiting to be adopted. Educational group tours available for eight or more, with Dolly...

Union County Visitors Center

This renovated 1931 Phillips 66 gas station was dedicated to Union County entrepreneur Frank Phillips and now serves as a vis...

Ellston Pioneer Museum

Visit the restored Cornwall Pioneer Home, Hazel Glen Rural school, and National Old Thresherman's Hall of Fame....

Bank of Memories

Orient is located along the original Mormon Trail. A museum houses an original Mormon Trail sign, replica handcart, mural, Mo...

Patriotic Rock

Young local artist paints a new patriotic theme on this large rock each year as a tribute to the armed forces serving our cou...