Simon E. Dow House, Historic residence in Dow City, Iowa, United States.
Description
The Simon E. Dow House is a two-story red brick residence with thirteen rooms located in Dow City, Iowa. The structure displays architectural features from the 1870s period throughout its interior spaces.
History
The house was built in 1872 for Simeon E. Dow, a local businessman who founded Dow City. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 for its architectural significance.
Culture
The house demonstrates how successful merchants lived and furnished their homes during Iowa's development in the 1800s. The rooms show the daily habits and lifestyle choices of that era.
Practical
The property is maintained by the Crawford County Conservation Board and open for public visits. Visitors can tour the rooms and see original furnishings to understand life during the 1800s.
Did you know?
The house is directly tied to the founding of Dow City, since its owner was the person who established the town itself. This connection between the private home and the town's creation makes it part of a larger story.
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