Fayette County, Administrative county in northeastern Iowa, United States
Description
Fayette County is an administrative county in northeastern Iowa with rolling terrain and farmland that supports agriculture as the main economic activity. The county includes the city of Fayette, home to Upper Iowa University, and several small communities spread across its landscape.
History
The county was established in 1837 and named after the Marquis de La Fayette, a French general who supported American independence. This naming reflected the nation's gratitude toward its Revolutionary War allies during the period of westward territorial expansion.
Culture
Upper Iowa University shapes the academic and social life of the city of Fayette and draws people from across the county for events and learning. The campus is a gathering place that connects the community.
Practical
The county is well served by U.S. Highway 18 and several state routes that connect communities and provide access to neighboring regions. Most services and amenities are concentrated in smaller towns rather than spread throughout the rural landscape.
Did you know?
The Volga River State Recreation Area in the northern part of the county offers spaces for fishing, hiking, and outdoor activities along the river. Many visitors overlook this natural area when exploring the region, missing a chance to see the landscape beyond the towns.
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Backbone State Park
34.9 km
Montauk
22.9 km
Abraham Lincoln Statue and Park
22.2 km
Episcopal Church of the Saviour
22.1 km
Fayette County Courthouse
11.2 km
Eldorado Bridge
21.1 km
Mill Race Bridge
23.9 km
Alexander-Dickman Hall
4.8 km
Hotel Mealey
21.6 km
Fort Atkinson Bridge
32.7 km
Sumner High School
20.4 km
Union Sunday School
21.9 km
Grimes Octagon Barn
11.3 km
Turner Hall
33.7 km
Bigler Building
21.7 km
Vine Street Bridge
10.5 km
Twin Bridge
5.7 km
Clermont Public School
22 km
Richardson-Jakway House
32.3 km
Bank of Sumner
20.4 km
West Auburn Bridge
17 km
Erza McKenzie Round Barn
29.5 km
Alfred Hanson House
20.9 km
Maple View Sanitarium
20.9 km
Ossian Opera House
32.1 km
West Union Commercial Historic District
11.3 km
Eureka Bridge
30.6 km
World's Largest Strawberry
32.8 km
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