American History Landmarks in Iowa

ContentsHampton American History Landmarks in IowaInteresting Items Related to Ia HistoryPage Citations and Related ArticlesHampton American History Landmarks in Iowa Discover some of the more interesting American history landmarks in the state of Iowa, such as Herbert Hoover National Historical Site and the Leaning Tower of Pisa Replica in Niles, Iowa. Source: Hampton Source URL:...

Precipitation Map of Iowa

Wondering what the rainfall is like in Iowa? This excellent precipitation map shows you the average rainfall throughout the state in a visual way. One picture is definitely worth a thousand words! This precipitation map shows the amount of rainfall the state of Iowa receives. Download the map as a PDF file.     Cite this… (new...

Population of Iowa

ContentsPopulation Statistics for IowaSuggested Reading on IowaPopulation Statistics for Iowa Below you will find the population statistics for the state of Iowa from the US Census Bureau. The data comes directly from their site, and is updated regularly. If you can see this, your browser does not understand IFRAME. However, we’ll still link you to the file. Source: US Census Bureau Suggested...

National Parks of Iowa

ContentsNational Parks of IowaInteractive Map of the Iowa National ParksNational Parks of Iowa Effigy Mounds National Monument, Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail.     Interactive Map of the Iowa National Parks Note: To return to the front page map, simply refresh this page. The map may take a moment to load. If you...

Iowa State Animals

ContentsIowa State Bird Iowa State Bird This colorful wildlife guide is easy to use and has beautiful large photos of the Eastern Gold Goldfinch.Source: New Hampshire Public Television Iowa State Bird (American Goldfinch)This has good information on the American (eastern) goldfinch. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.Source: National Wildlife Federation Iowa State Bird and Flower...

Iowa State Quarter Worksheet

ContentsIowa State Quarter WorksheetDownload the Iowa State Quarter Worksheet by ClassBrainTake a look at Iowa’s state quarter, then try designing your own version. Choose from among the many historic events, natural wonders, monuments, and other symbols of Iowa when choosing the theme for your design. Add the finished page to your state report project. Iowa State Quarter Worksheet Download the Iowa State...

Iowa State Quarter

ContentsThe History of the Iowa State Quarter Design Iowa’s State Quarter Coloring PageDownload a PDF copy of the Iowa State Quarter Coloring Page by ClassBrainThe History of the Iowa State Quarter Design In May 2002, Governor Thomas J. Vilsack established the 16-member Iowa Quarter Commission, which worked with libraries, banks and credit unions to solicit ideas and concepts for the state quarter design....

Iowa State Soil

ContentsDownload the Iowa State Soil ProfileThe State Soil of Iowa is the Tama Soil Series The Tama series is considered one of the most productive of the soils in Iowa that are used for agricultural purposes. It makes up about 825,000 acres in east-central and eastern Iowa. The series was first identified in Black Hawk County, Iowa, in 1917. It has been identified in 26 counties in Iowa. It also has been...

Iowa Botanical and Garden Symbols

ContentsIowa State Flower and Iowa State TreeIowa State Flower and Iowa State Tree Iowa State FlowerLearn about the relationship of the wild rose to the USS Iowa, and how this led to it becoming Iowa’s state flower.Source:Native American Jobs Iowa State Flower (History and More)Learn more about the wild rose, including the its Native American history, and its medicinal uses.Source:Ion Exchange Iowa State...

Iowa State Rock – The Geode

ContentsThe History of the Iowa State RockLearning Links for Geodes – The Iowa State RockThe History of the Iowa State Rock The Iowa General Assembly designated the geode as the official state rock in 1967. Because Iowa is well known for the presence of the Geode, it was chosen as the official rock in an effort to promote tourism in the state. Legislators who favored making the Geode the state rock pointed...