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Fort Madison is a city and a county seat of Lee County, Iowa, United States [5] along with Keokuk. Of Iowa's 99 counties, Lee County is the only one with two county seats. The population was 10,270 at the time of the 2020 census. [6]
Fort Madison is a captivating destination, steeped in history and endowed with natural beauty. Its historic district, adorned with Victorian architecture, offers a glimpse into the past while its parks and green spaces provide tranquil retreats amidst the bustling community.
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Fort Madison was the site of Chief Black Hawk's first battle against U.S. troops, the only real War of 1812 battle fought west of the Mississippi. It was also the location of the first U.S. military cemetery in the upper Midwest.
Historic Old Fort Madison was the first permanent U.S. military fortification on the Upper Mississippi. The fort was the site of Chief Blackhawk's first battle against U.S. troops, making it the only real War of 1812 battlefield located in the state of Iowa & the first U.S. military cemetery in the upper Midwest.
Step through the grand, towering doors that once welcomed carts laden with travelers' belongings in the early 19th century. Within the baggage room, discover the Fort Madison Fire & Police Exhibit, boasting a diverse array of artifacts from various firehouses, police memorabilia, vintage photographs, and even antique fire hoses.
Fort Madison is also known as Iowa's oldest Mexican settlement due to its railroad roots, and is now home to various Latino holiday and traditions including the annual Mexican Fiesta. The community is also home to the famous Tri-State Rodeo , which is today known as the best rodeo within the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's Great Lake ...
Here you will find the oldest prison west of the Mississippi River, the world’s largest double deck swing span bridge, Iowa’s oldest Mexican community, home of the Sheaffer Pen and so much more! Watch Fort Madison's trains live!
Fort Madison is the Mississippi river crossing and station stop for Amtrak's Southwest Chief. Fort Madison has the last remaining double swing-span bridge on the Mississippi River, the Fort Madison Toll Bridge.
