Buxton - Iowa's Integrated Coal Town
1895A company coal town in Monroe County that was one of the most racially integrated communities in early 20th-century America, with a population that was nearly half Black.
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A company coal town in Monroe County that was one of the most racially integrated communities in early 20th-century America, with a population that was nearly half Black.
7 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Ever wondered what a Civil War hero’s homecoming looked like? Right here, in Oskaloosa, you’re about to discover the legacy of Major James W. McMullin. He didn't just fight for his country; he came back and built a…
Did you know you can find a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home right here in Iowa? This is one of only seven in the state! This is the Alice and Jack Lamberson House, built in 1951. It's also known as the Peter Maunu and…
Stand here and you're standing on what was once the bustling townsite of Buxton, Iowa, a place almost forgotten today. Founded in 1895 by the Chicago and Northwestern Railway, Buxton was built to house coal miners who…
Explore the heart of Albia, Iowa, where the historic commercial district tells the story of the town's growth and development. This isn't just a collection of old buildings; it's a testament to the pioneers who shaped…
A company coal town in Monroe County that was one of the most racially integrated communities in early 20th-century America, with a population that was nearly half Black.
Look left! You're about to witness a architectural ghost from a bygone era, a Gothic Revival mansion plopped right in the middle of Iowa farmland. This isn't your typical farmhouse, not by a long shot. Built in 1885,…
Ever wondered where veterans gathered after serving their country, or how passengers once traveled across Iowa? Look around – you're in a district that once hummed with the energy of railway travel and community spirit.…