How We Celebrated: Milestone Memories
June 15 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.RailsWest History Museum
A country only turns 200 once, and Council Bluffs had imposing ideas— from the grandest parade in city history to a fountain that shot water straight up out of the middle of the Missouri River. But the Bicentennial wasn’t the first milestone the city celebrated. To be the first town on the route to dedicate the Lincoln Highway the festivities kicked off at 12:01 am on the day of its opening. And when the city was broke, a huge State Centennial celebration was planned as a fund raiser. Not all plans worked out; the parade was a success, but the fountain never came to fruition, two celebrants were run over by a fire wagon at the dedication, and the Centennial celebration plunged the city further into debt. Learn more about how we’ve celebrated at “Milestone Memories,” Monday, June 15, 6:30, at the RailsWest History Museum, South Main Street at 16th Avenue, Council Bluffs. There is no admission charge.
Contact: Richard Warner
Phone: (712) 323-2509
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Arts & Culture, Community, Educational
