A national cemetery was designated for those who did not survive. After the war was over, Keokuk continued its expansion. A medical college was founded, along with a major-league …

From its early history, Keokuk has been an important industrial center. The chief factors that have brought this about are the presence of substantial businessmen of judgment and foresight, …

Keokuk History Syndicate: Comprehensive guide to the people, places, and moments that have shaped Keokuk's past and present.

1861: The Civil War begins, and Keokuk becomes a key training site for Iowa’s volunteer infantry. The city established military camps to train soldiers, and its hospitals later cared for wounded …

The writer Mark Twain lived briefly in Keokuk in the 1850s, and a collection of his memorabilia is kept in the public library. Keokuk has a large wholesale-distribution trade, agricultural …

Keokuk County was opened up for settlement in May 1843 and the organization of Keokuk County began in 1844. Before this time the county was attached to Washington County. The location …

This digital resource connects past and present, allowing community members, educators, and researchers to explore Keokuk County’s rich history anytime, anywhere.

History The History of Keokuk County, Iowa A History of the County, Its Cities, Towns, &c. Illustrated 1880 Richland Bicentennial 1976 Businesses from Newspaper Articles Delta …

The Keokuk County Historical Society offers free and open access to its digitized collection of historical newspapers, providing an invaluable educational resource for researchers, …

Check out what's available from the Keokuk Public Library as you research local history & genealogy! Also find links to Ancestry, HeritageQuest, and Fold3.