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National Register of Historic Places listings in Woodbury County, Iowa facts for kids

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This article is about the amazing historic places in Woodbury County, Iowa, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This special list helps protect important buildings, sites, and objects across the United States.

In Woodbury County, there are 57 places on this list. Three of them are even more special and are called National Historic Landmarks. These landmarks are super important to the history of the whole country! A few other places were once on the list but have since been removed.

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places, often called the NRHP, is the official list of places in the U.S. that are worth saving. These places can be buildings, structures, objects, sites, or even entire historic neighborhoods. They are important because they tell us about the past.

When a place is added to the NRHP, it means it has special historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural importance. Listing a place helps protect it and makes people more aware of its value. It also helps preserve these sites for future generations to learn from and enjoy.

Super Special Historic Places in Woodbury County

Woodbury County is home to three National Historic Landmarks. These are places that have played a huge role in American history.

The Sergeant Floyd Towboat

The Sergeant Floyd is a historic towboat that used to work on the Missouri River. It was built in 1932 and is named after Sergeant Charles Floyd. He was the only member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to die during their famous journey. This boat is a cool example of river transportation history. Today, you can find it near the Missouri River in Sioux City, Iowa.

Sergeant Floyd Monument

The Sergeant Floyd Monument is a tall stone tower in Sioux City, Iowa. It honors Sergeant Charles Floyd, who died in 1804 during the Lewis and Clark Expedition. He was buried on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River. The monument marks his burial spot and is a reminder of this important early American exploration.

Woodbury County Courthouse

The Woodbury County Courthouse is in Sioux City, Iowa. It's a very famous building because of its unique design. It was built in the early 1900s and is known for its beautiful architecture. It's a busy place where many county government activities happen. This courthouse is a great example of historic public buildings.

Other Cool Historic Places in Woodbury County

Besides the National Historic Landmarks, Woodbury County has many other interesting places on the National Register. Each one has its own story!

Historic Buildings in Sioux City

Sioux City, Iowa has many buildings that are listed on the National Register. These include:

  • Alhambra Apartments: An old apartment building with interesting architecture.
  • Badgerow Building: A historic office building in downtown Sioux City.
  • Boston Block: An old commercial building that shows how businesses used to look.
  • Davidson Building: Another important building in Sioux City's downtown area.
  • Evans Block: A historic building that was once home to various shops and offices.
  • Martin Hotel: A grand old hotel that has been a landmark in Sioux City for many years.
  • T.S. Martin and Company: This was once a large department store, a popular place for shopping.
  • Motor Mart Building: An old building that was likely used for cars or car-related businesses.
  • Sioux City Municipal Auditorium: A large building used for concerts, sports, and other events.
  • New Orpheum Theatre: A beautifully restored theater built in 1927, where you can still watch shows.
  • Simmons Hardware Company Warehouse: A large building that stored hardware supplies.
  • Sioux City Free Public Library: A historic library building where people have gone to read and learn for generations.
  • Sioux City Masonic Temple: A building used by the Masons, a fraternal organization.
  • United States Post Office and Courthouse: A building that serves as both a post office and a courthouse.
  • Warrior Hotel: Another historic hotel in Sioux City, known for its grand style.
  • Williges Building: A commercial building with a long history in the city.

Historic Homes

Many old houses in Woodbury County are also on the list. These homes show different styles of architecture from the past. Some examples include:

  • Atchison A. Ashby House
  • George A. and Mary Tinkel Bailey House (in Correctionville)
  • Elzy G. Burkam House
  • H.H. Everist House
  • Dr. Van Buren Knott House
  • Mylius-Eaton House
  • James P. Newton House and Maid Cottage
  • Julius and Anine Oversen House
  • John Peirce House (also known as Peirce Mansion)
  • Arthur and Stella Sanford House
  • Ben and Harriet Schulein House: This house, built in 1913, is special because it shows the early work of a famous architect named William L. Steele. He became known for his "Prairie School" style.

Schools and Churches

Several schools and churches are also recognized for their history and architecture:

  • Charles City College Hall: An old college building.
  • Everett School: A historic school building.
  • Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church: A beautiful church with a unique design.
  • Leeds Junior High School: An old school building (though it was later taken down).
  • Mount Sinai Temple: A historic synagogue.
  • St. Boniface Historic District: This includes a church and other buildings that are part of a historic Catholic complex.
  • St. Thomas Episcopal Church: Another historic church in Sioux City.
  • Sioux City Baptist Church: This building was originally built in 1918 as the First Congregational Church by architect William L. Steele.
  • Sioux City Central High School and Central Annex: A very important and historic high school.
  • Sioux City Fire Station Number 3: An old fire station.
  • Sioux City Public Library (Smith Villa Branch): A branch of the public library.
  • Sioux City Public Library-North Side Branch: Another historic library branch.
  • Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Augustana Church: A historic Lutheran church.

Other Interesting Sites

  • Albertson and Company-Rocklin Manufacturing Company: An old industrial building.
  • W.L. and Winnie (Woodfield) Belfrage Farmstead Historic District: A historic farm.
  • Benson Archeological Site (13WD50): An important archaeological site near Smithland.
  • Theophile Bruguier Cabin: A historic cabin located in Riverside Park.
  • Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Combination Depot-Hornick: An old train station in Hornick.
  • Fourth Street Historic District: A whole section of 4th Street in Sioux City with many historic buildings.
  • Grandview Park Music Pavilion: A place where music concerts are held in a park.
  • Great Northern Railway Steam Locomotive No. 1355 and Tender 1451: A historic train engine.
  • Lewis System Armored Car and Detective Service Building: A building that once housed an armored car and detective service.
  • Milwaukee Railroad Shops Historic District: An area with buildings related to the railroad.
  • Morningside College Historic District: The historic campus of Morningside University.
  • Rose Hill Historic District: A historic neighborhood with many old homes.
  • Sioux City Linseed Oil Works: An old factory that processed linseed oil.

Former Listings

Sometimes, a property is removed from the National Register of Historic Places. This can happen if the building is torn down or if it loses its historic features. In Woodbury County, a few places that were once listed include:

  • Margaretta Franz House
  • Knapp-Spencer Warehouse
  • Lexington Block

These three buildings were unfortunately demolished.

Images for kids

  • Albertson and Company-Rocklin Manufacturing Company Building

    Albertson and Company-Rocklin Manufacturing Company

  • Alhambra Apartments (Sioux City) from SW 1

    Alhambra Apartments

  • Ashby house (Sioux City) from E 1

    Atchison A. Ashby House

  • Badgerow Bldg upper E side detail 3

    Badgerow Building

  • Bailey House, Correctionville, IA

    George A. and Mary Tinkel Bailey House

  • Boston Block (Sioux City) from SW 1

    Boston Block

  • Theophile Bruguier cabin from E 1

    Theophile Bruguier Cabin

  • Burkam house (Sioux City) from SE 1

    Elzy G. Burkam House

  • Charles City College bldg from E 1

    Charles City College Hall

  • Davidson Building (Sioux City) from SW 1

    Davidson Building

  • Evans Block (Sioux City) from NE 2

    Evans Block

  • Hubert H. Everist house from SE 5

    H.H. Everist House

  • 091607-SiouxCity-Historic4th

    Fourth Street Historic District

  • Grandview Park Music Pavilion 2

    Grandview Park Music Pavilion

  • Great Northern locomotive 1355 1

    Great Northern Railway Steam Locomotive No. 1355 and Tender 1451

  • Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Sioux City from SW 3

    Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

  • Knott house (Sioux City) from E 1

    Dr. Van Buren Knott House

  • Leeds Elementary School, Sioux City, main entrance 1

    Leeds Junior High School

  • Indiana - Lewis System Armored Car and Detective Service Building - 20190925095445

    Lewis System Armored Car and Detective Service Building

  • Martin Hotel (Sioux City) from SW 2

    Martin Hotel

  • Sioux City, Iowa 515-519-521 4th St from SE 1

    T.S. Martin and Company

  • Mary Elizabeth Day Nursery (Sioux City) from W 1

    Mary Elizabeth Day Nursery

  • MORNINGSIDE COLLEGE HISTORIC DISTRICT, WOODBURY COUNTY, IA

    Morningside College Historic District

  • Motor Mart (Sioux City) from SW 2

    Motor Mart Building

  • Mt Sinai Synagogue (Sioux City) from NW 2

    Mount Sinai Temple

  • Sioux City Municipal Auditorium from SW 2

    Sioux City Municipal Auditorium

  • Mylius-Eaton house from W 1

    Mylius-Eaton House

  • Arch1copy

    New Orpheum Theatre

  • Newton house (Sioux City) from NW 1

    James P. Newton House and Maid Cottage

  • Oversen house (Sioux City) from E 1

    Julius and Anine Oversen House

  • Peirce Mansion from SE 1

    John Peirce House

  • ROSE HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT, WOODBURY COUNTY, IA

    Rose Hill Historic District

  • St. Boniface complex (Sioux City) from NE 1

    St. Boniface Historic District

  • St. Thomas Episcopal Sioux City from NW 2

    St. Thomas Episcopal Church

  • Sanford house (Sioux City) from E 1

    Arthur and Stella Sanford House

  • Schulein house (Sioux City) from W 1

    Ben and Harriet Schulein House

  • Sergeant Floyd towboat 6

    SERGEANT FLOYD

  • Sergeant Floyd Monument, sunset

    Sergeant Floyd Monument

  • Simmons Hardware Warehouse (Sioux City) from SE 2

    Simmons Hardware Company Warehouse

  • Sioux City First Congregational from S 1

    Sioux City Baptist Church

  • Sioux City Central H.S. from S 1

    Sioux City Central High School and Central Annex

  • Sioux City Fire Station No. 3 from SW 2

    Sioux City Fire Station Number 3

  • Sioux City Free Public Library from SW 2

    Sioux City Free Public Library

  • Sioux City Linseed Oil Works from SW 3

    Sioux City Linseed Oil Works

  • Sioux City Masonic Temple from NW

    Sioux City Masonic Temple

  • Sioux City Public Library Smith Villa from E 1

    Sioux City Public Library (Smith Villa Branch)

  • Bruce Meyer Productions from SE 2

    Sioux City Public Library-North Side Branch

  • Augustana Church (Sioux City) from NW 1

    Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Augustana Church

  • Courtroom, United States Courthouse, Sioux City, Iowa

    United States Post Office and Courthouse

  • Warrior Hotel (Sioux City) from SE 1

    Warrior Hotel

  • Williges building (Sioux City) from E 1

    Williges Building

  • Woodbury-county-courthouse

    Woodbury County Courthouse

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