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  • Historic Oakwood Cemetery

    Historic Oakwood CemeteryThe 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. The Griswold High School Communication Ar...
    Historic Oakwood Cemetery

Attractions and Upcoming Events

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

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

Things to do near Lewis, IA

Hitchcock Nature Center

Located on the Loess Hills Scenic Byway, this park and wildlife preserve offers scenic views of over 1,000 acres of Loess Hil...

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...

Railswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad

This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroa...

Lake Manawa Boating

The lake typically is a favorite spot for boaters and Sailing so expect a bit of company while on the lake. There is a boa...

Henry A. Wallace Country Life Center

Visit this 40-acre outdoor interpretive site featuring the philosophies, ideas and achievements of Henry A. Wallace, demonstr...