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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

Monroe #8 One-Room Country Schoolhouse

Country schoolhouse is restored to its 1920s era, and is used as a working museum....

Big Grove Village

Big Grove is a bed and breakfast but was first built on an 1850 Log cabin hidden within its walls. Also tour the one room sc...

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...

Bedford Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...