Freeport, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Freeport, Iowa
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 Freeport, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Winneshiek |
| Elevation | 846 ft (258 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 456760 |
Freeport is a small, unincorporated community. It is located in northeastern Winneshiek County, in the state of Iowa, United States. An unincorporated community means it is a place with a shared identity. However, it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
A Look Back: Freeport's History
Freeport once had its own post office. This office opened in April 1854. A post office was very important for people to send and receive mail. It helped connect the community to the outside world. The post office served the area for many years. It finally closed in November 1905.
A famous person named William H. Strayer was born in Freeport. He was born in 1866 and passed away in 1946. William H. Strayer grew up to become a lawyer. He also served as a state senator in Oregon. This means he was part of the government. He helped make laws for the state of Oregon.
Learning in Freeport
Students who live in Freeport attend schools. These schools are part of the Decorah Community School District. This school district serves the area. The main high school for students from Freeport is Decorah High School. It is located in the nearby city of Decorah.
