Fairview Cemetery

Overview

With burials dating to 1826, this cemetery includes Mormon pioneer graves, Kinsman War Memorial, and the resting site of Amelia Bloomer, the suffragette credited with promoting the wearing of "bloomers."

Established in 1846, Fairview Cemetery is one of Council Bluffs' most significant historic sites, preserving the stories of many of the people who helped shape the community's early development. The oldest known burial dates to 1826, making the site an important link to the region's frontier and pioneer history.

Visitors will find Mormon pioneer graves, the Kinsman War Memorial, and the final resting place of Amelia Bloomer, the suffragette credited with popularizing the garment that became known as "bloomers." Other notable burials include Francis Guittar, an early settler of Traders Point; Caroline Pace, who rode the first locomotive to arrive in Council Bluffs in 1867; and John Clausen, who built his home on the site of Council Bluffs' first building.

Located near the Ruth Anne Dodge Memorial and Lincoln Monument, Fairview Cemetery offers a fascinating glimpse into the people, events, and stories that helped define Council Bluffs and western Iowa. Many visitors approach the cemetery through the historic Lincoln-Fairview neighborhood, where beautifully preserved Victorian-era homes add to the area's historic character.

Phone: (712) 890-5291
Category: Attractions