Keokuk, County seat in Lee County, Iowa.
Keokuk sits where the Mississippi and Des Moines Rivers meet, serving as a regional hub for river traffic and commerce. The city spreads along the riverbank with Lock and Dam No. 19 managing water flow and generating hydroelectric power.
The settlement began in 1820 when Dr. Samuel Muir chose the location and it became an official city in 1848. The community grew because of the strategic position where two major rivers converge.
The Grand Theatre and Chief Keokuk Monument in Rand Park draw people together as gathering places that reflect the community's connection to its roots. These landmarks shape how locals experience their town's identity.
Walking along the riverfront gives you the best view of the city layout and the dam structure. The terrain is mostly flat, making it easy to move around and observe the landscape from different angles.
The city recorded Iowa's highest temperature at 118°F in July 1934, an extreme weather event that remains notable in the state's climate history. This record has stood for nearly a century.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Lock and Dam No. 19
1.9 km
Keokuk Rail Bridge
2.2 km
Keokuk–Hamilton Bridge
2.2 km
George M. Verity
1.8 km
C. R. Joy House
1.6 km
Keokuk National Cemetery
957 m
Gen. William Worth Belknap House
1.7 km
Gen. Samuel R. Curtis House
1.6 km
E. H. Harrison House
1.3 km
St. John's Episcopal Church
1.3 km
Hotel Iowa
1.3 km
United States Post Office and Courthouse
1.1 km
Frank J. Weess House
1.6 km
John N. and Mary L. Irwin House
1.6 km
Alois and Annie Weber House
1.3 km
Hugh W. and Sarah Sample House
1.6 km
The Park Place-Grand Avenue Residential District
1.5 km
Keokuk Young Women's Christian Association Building
1.3 kmBluff Park
1.8 kmGeneral Samuel Curtis Statue
1.8 km
Justice Samuel Freeman Miller House
1.4 kmElks Fairview Golf Club
1.4 kmKeokuk Country Club
2.9 kmGrand Theatre
1.1 kmLost Canvas Gallery
928 mGreat River Gallery
682 mGeneral Samuel Curtis Statue
1.8 kmScenic viewpoint
1.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes