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WALKING TOUR

Learn more about the

history of our community

Whether you take our walking tour physically or virtually, you're sure to discover unique landmarks, architecture, and more than a little history you may not have known before. Start exploring where ever you like! Please feel free to share this site with friends and family. We hope you enjoy what you see and if you have questions, be sure to contact us.

It’s not good because it’s old, it’s old because it’s good.

~ Anonymous

200 Block
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200 Block, Main St. : The Syndicate Block

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Abel's Cafe

Abel’s Café

300 Block
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300 Block, Main St. : Chapple and Young Block

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Wasson Building

The Historic Wasson Building

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Main St Museum

La Porte City FFA Historical and Ag Museum

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Fire Station

La Porte City Town Hall and Fire Station

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Pioneer Spirit

“The Pioneer Spirit”

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Heritage Center

Rural Iowa Heritage Center

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Hotel Terry

 The Terry Hotel

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Interurban

Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Northern Railroad
La Porte City Station/“Interurban”

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