Population (2010) 3,435 Visitor Information Got a question? Direct it to the folks at the Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce (651.458.8334). History Newport began as two separate communities: Red Rock and Newport. Red Rock was the older of the two, tracing its
Population (2010) 1,147 Introduction Nauvoo is a town with an outsized history, where big dreamers and idealists came to make their plans a reality and where some of those dreams sparked epic conflicts, especially during the town's Mormon era. While much of the town’s Mormon history has been preserved
Population (2010) 1,371 Introduction The village’s name is derived from the Sauk and Meskwaki word Oquawkiek, which means something like yellow banks, a reference to the color of the bluff faces along the Mississippi River in these parts. Oquawka was very nearly a city of some importance, which is
Population (2010) 10,780 Introduction Keokuk is a fascinating place. Once an important river town and bustling community, Keokuk today is striding the line between obscurity and irrelevance. What happened? Visitor Information The Keokuk Area Convention & Tourism Bureau (428 Main St.; 319.524.5599) can help with
Population (2010) 898 Visitor Information For tips on the local scene, contact the Fort Madison Area Convention & Tourism Bureau (800.210.8687). History Located at the head of the Des Moines Rapids, this site has attracted settlements for a long time. When Europeans arrived, they found a Sauk
Population (2010) 11,051 Introduction You can zip around Fort Madison on a highway bypass if you wish, but don't. Take the exit and spend some time getting to know this old rivertown with an interesting history. Visitor Information For tips on the local scene, contact
