One Of The Oldest Buildings In Iowa Pre-dates The Civil War And Is Now Part Of A Historical Park
Raymond Goldfield
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Iowa has a rich history, dating back to the era of the early pioneers who crossed the Mississippi. You can find remnants of this early era in many towns, and one of the most fascinating sites in the Hawkeye State can be found in Fairfield. That’s where you’ll find a historic log cabin in Iowa – the Rhodham Bonnifield House. Dating back to 1838, it was built in Round Prairie Township and used as a private residence until 1902. Five years later, the Old Settler’s Association Park was dedicated in Fairfield, and the log cabin was moved here intact to stand as a testament to Iowa’s roots. It still stands today, lovingly preserved as one of the very last pioneer log cabin structures. While entry to the cabin is restricted to guarantee its structural integrity, just seeing it from the outside is worth the trip.
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Have you visited the Rhodham Bonnifield House in Fairfield? Let us know about your visit to this historic log cabin in Iowa in the comments section. You can find out more about the long history of this house on the Jefferson County Heritage website. While you’re in the area, why not try some of the best burgers in Iowa? You can also stay at this highly-rated budget hotel.
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