Springdale, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Springdale, Iowa
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Methodist Church, Springdale
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 Springdale, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Cedar |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 319 |
| GNIS feature ID | 461914 |
Springdale is a small community in Cedar County, Iowa, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Historically, many Quakers lived here. Quakers are a religious group known for their peaceful beliefs. Springdale was also a very important stop on the Underground Railroad. This was a secret network that helped enslaved people find freedom.
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Springdale's Role in History
From 1857, Springdale became a key place for John Brown. He was a famous person who fought against slavery. He lived in a house here and trained ten men. They were getting ready for an important event. In 1859, John Brown also brought 12 enslaved people from Missouri to Springdale.
Local Heroes: The Coppoc Brothers
In July 1859, two local brothers joined John Brown. Their names were Edwin and Barclay Coppoc. Edwin was captured. Barclay escaped and later served in the Union army during the American Civil War.
Famous Residents and Landmarks
Springdale was also home to Lawrie Tatum. He was a farmer who worked as an Indian agent. He also became the legal guardian of a future president, Herbert Hoover. The main road through Springdale is even named the Herbert Hoover Highway.
Today, Springdale does not have a busy downtown area. It is mostly a group of houses with a United Methodist church. The house where John Brown's men stayed was taken down in 1938. However, a special marker shows where it used to be. The marker was put there by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Even though many people say the house belonged to a Quaker, William Maxson, he was actually interested in spiritualism at that time.
Historic People from Springdale
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Barclay Coppoc
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Edwin Coppoc
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Lawrie Tatum
