Culture & History
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About Independence
Nestled in northeast Iowa, Independence was home to some of the first settlers west of the Mississippi.
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Amish Country
Step back to an earlier, slower pace of life as you tour the Amish countryside.
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Buchanan County Visitors Center
Today, the Chicago Rock Island Depot and the Illinois Central Depot have been restored and relocated along Highway 150 in Independence and serves as the home for Buchanan County Tourism.
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Heartland Acres Agribition Center
Come check out exhibitions of agriculture's past, present, and future.
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Independence Public Library
Find contact information, hours of operation, and available books at the Independence Public Library.
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Wapsipinicon Mill
The Wapsipinicon Feed Mill and Dam became operational in 1854.
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Wapsipinicon River
The Wapsipinicon River flows through the heart of Independence.
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Underground City Tour
Take an underground tour of the former main streets located under the recently resurfaced sidewalks in downtown Independence.