Iconium, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Iconium, Iowa
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 Iconium, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Appanoose |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 641 |
| GNIS feature ID | 457742 |
Iconium is a small place in Iowa, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the larger Appanoose County government.
History of Iconium
Let's learn about Iconium's past! This community has a history that goes back to the mid-1800s.
Early Days and Post Office
A post office was first opened in Iconium in 1853. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. It was an important part of the community for many years. However, the post office eventually closed down in 1903.
How Iconium Got Its Name
The name "Iconium" comes from a very old city. This ancient city was called Konya (or Iconium in Latin). It is located in the country of Turkey. So, the community in Iowa was named after this historic place far away!
