National Register of Historic Places

Epworth School

Epworth, Dubuque County, Iowa
Listed
April 20, 2004
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
04000340

About this property

Epworth School, also known as the Epworth Elementary School, was a historic building located in Epworth, Iowa, United States. The Iowa Legislature required a high school education for all students in 1911. The school districts that did not have a high school were required to pay their student's tuition in a district that did. This building was a result of that legislation. Architecturally, the building was a transitional structure between the more decorative styles of the late 19th century and the less ornate styles of the 20th century. Independence, Iowa architect Harry E. Netcott designed the combination Colonial Revival/Romanesque Revival building, and John G. Miller was the contractor. Built in 1917, classes were first held here in January 1918. It initially housed all grades until 1962, when it was converted into an elementary school. After the local school district had built a new building, its last day as a school was May 30, 2003. The City of Epworth acquired the building, and the Epworth Community Historical Society occupied the building. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. Because of maintenance issues, the city decided to take down the building in 2011. The property is now occupied by Tower Park.

Location

310 W. Main St.
Epworth, Dubuque County, Iowa
42.44612, -90.93581

Categories

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Sources

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When was Epworth School listed on the National Register?

Epworth School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 20, 2004.

What type of historic resource is Epworth School?

Epworth School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Epworth School?

The period of significance for Epworth School is recorded as the industrial era.

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