Louis Arriandeaux Log HouseCirca 1827, DubuqueThe oldest known building in the state of Iowa is the Louis Arriandeaux Log House. Old Capitol1842, Iowa CityBefore the state was even officially a state, a stately capitol building was constructed in Iowa City. Once the main government building for Iowa, it is now a signature landmark of the University of Iowa. The last four territorial legislatures in the state met in this very building on December 28, 1846, when Iowa was deemed a state and the Iowa constitution was drafted in the building. The company was awarded the U.S. Mail delivery contract between Iowa City and Muscatine, two growing cities at the time.

Source: Washington Post July 21, 2024 12:37 UTC