Aplington Historical Society
Welcome to the Aplington Historical Society. Since 2006 our mission has been to support the community of Aplington, Iowa through the preservation of it’s rich past. From floats in the yearly Aplington Days parade, to monthly meetings, we strive to promote our city’s past and work to preserve it. Currently, many of Aplington’s historical memorabilia is on display at the Aplington Historical Society building on Parriott Street in downtown Aplington. To learn more about Aplington, stop by. Take a stroll back in time and learn just how far Aplington has come.
Aplington, Iowa was founded in the 1850’s through the donation of land from Thomas Mask, RR Parriot, Theodore Wilson, and Zenas Aplington. In honor of this generous donation, the town was named after Mr. Aplington. Through it’s many trials and triumphs, Aplington, Iowa has grown from a town of one store and one house, to a place that many people feel blessed to call home today. The Aplington Historical Society is proud to be a part of the preservation of northeast Iowa’s best kept secret.
The Exchange Building
In March of 1901 a devastating fire occurred in downtown Aplington, Iowa. All but one building, located at 905 Parriott Street, was lost in the blaze. It was the only brick building on the block, the Exchange Building. Today, this building is home to the Aplington Historical Society.
Donate
The Aplington Historical Society depends on the generosity of donors to accomplish it’s mission. We are a 501( c )3 organization and appreciate any and all donations. If you would like to help, donations can be mailed to:
Aplington Historical Society P.O. Box 4 Aplington, IA 50604
Board Members & Officers
Officers
Lori Uhlenhopp, President
Joann Hippen, Vice President
Kay Eilers, Secretary
Herm Schwickerath, Treasurer
Board Members
Paul Weber
Joann Hippen
Darla Kay Eilers
Hermine Schwickerath
Dan Schwickerath
Berdena Wolff
Lori Uhlenhopp.
Contact Us
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4 Aplington, Iowa 50604
Phone:
(319) 347-2799
Hours:
Open by appointment or by chance.