Fenelon Place Elevator
Fenelon Place Elevator, Funicular railway in Dubuque, Iowa, United States.
The Fenelon Place Elevator extends for 296 feet up a steep incline, transporting passengers between Fourth Street and Fenelon Place in Dubuque.
Built in 1882 by banker J.K. Graves for private use, the elevator opened to the public in 1884 and underwent reconstruction in 1893 after multiple fires.
The elevator stands as a testament to early American industrial innovation, connecting different levels of Dubuque while serving both residents and visitors.
Operating from April through November, the elevator runs daily from 8 AM to 10 PM, with adult fares at $2 one-way and $4 round-trip.
The funicular rises 189 feet at a 41-degree angle, offering views across three states: Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin from its observation decks.
Location: Iowa
GPS coordinates: 42.49631,-90.66936
Latest update: May 12, 2025 01:38
Iowa features historical buildings, museums and natural areas. Visitors find caves, geological formations, historical mills and botanical gardens. The state houses railway museums, Norwegian cultural sites and several parks with sandstone cliffs.
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