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About Hitchcock House

The Reverend George B. Hitchcock House is a historic house museum in Cass County, Iowa, near the city of Lewis. Built in 1856 by the Congregationalist minister George B. Hitchcock, it has features indicative of its use as a "station" on the Underground Railway, corroborated by documentary evidence of Hitchcock's involvement in the shelter and transport of escaped slaves. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2006. It now houses a museum.
Address : 63788 567th Ln, Lewis, IA 51544, USA

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Griswold National BankThe Griswold National Bank is an historic building located in Griswold, Iowa, United States. F.H. Whitney established the Bank of Griswold in 1880. Three years later it merged with the recently established First National Bank. The two-story brick building was completed in 1885. The bank operated out of this building until 1930 when it went into receivership.
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American Legion Memorial BuildingThe American Legion Memorial Building, also known as Atlantic National Guard Armory, at 201 Poplar Street in Atlantic, Iowa was built in 1939. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. Designed by Council Bluffs architect George A. Spooner, it includes Moderne and Art Deco architecture. It was built by G.F. Construction Company of Exira, Iowa. The building served historically for arms storage, as a military facility, as a meeting hall, and as a sport facility.
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Lake Anita State ParkLake Anita State Park, located in Cass County, Iowa, is a popular recreational area known for its picturesque lake, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. The park is centered around Lake Anita, a man-made reservoir covering approximately 171 acres. The lake offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-related activities.
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Danish WindmillThe Danish Windmill, located in Elk Horn, Iowa, is a cultural and historical landmark that pays homage to the Danish heritage of the area. Built in 1848, the windmill is a replica of traditional Danish windmills found in Denmark. It stands as a symbol of the Danish-American community's contributions to the region and serves as a tribute to the agricultural roots of the area's early settlers.
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Museum of Danish AmericaThe Museum of Danish America, located in Elk Horn, Iowa, is a cultural institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating the Danish heritage and contributions to American society. Established in 1983, the museum serves as a focal point for education, research, and community engagement related to Danish-American history and culture.
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Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Depot (Red Oak, Iowa)Chicago, Burlington Northern and Quincy Depot, also known as the Red Oak Burlington Northern Depot and WWII Memorial Museum, is a historic train depot located in Red Oak, Iowa, United States. The city of Red Oak was established by the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad as Red Oak Junction. That railroad was acquired by the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad, and they laid out a new right-of-way in southwest Iowa in the late 19th century to lessen the grade.

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Cass County is characterized by its rural landscape, featuring rolling hills, farmland, and small communities. Visitors can experience the tranquility of the countryside.

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