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Ottumwa ( / əˈtʌmwə / ə-TUM-wə) is a city in and the county seat of Wapello County, Iowa, United States. The population was 25,529 at the time of the 2020 U.S. Census. Located in the state's southeastern section, the city is split into northern and southern halves by the Des Moines River.
Ottumwa is a city of rich history and unusual quality. In the early 1800s the area was populated by several Native Peoples. The Ioway tribe had pre-historic connections to the area; the Mesquaki and Sac were relative newcomers.
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Ottumwa, city, seat (1844) of Wapello county, southeastern Iowa, U.S., on the Des Moines River, about 25 miles (40 km) southeast of Oskaloosa. It was laid out in 1843 during a land rush when the region was opened to settlers. Originally called Appanoose Rapids, the name was changed to Louisville.
Where Iowa Meets the World. Step back in time and experience our history first-hand. Take tours around Ottumwa's six historic districts and oldest churches.
Must Do's. With residents representing more than 40 different countries, Ottumwa's diverse cultures, flavors and attractions make for a unique Iowa getaway. Learn about the county's history through ever-changing exhibits at the Iowa Heartland History Connection. Explore aviation dating back to WWII at the Antique Airfield's Airpower Museum.
Get around. See. Do. Buy. Eat. Drink. Sleep. Connect. Go next. Ottumwa is a city in South Central Iowa . Understand. Get in. By car edit. Ottumwa is at the junction of US Highways 34 and 63. By train edit. Amtrak serves Ottumwa via its California Zephyr route, running between Chicago to the San Francisco Bay Area.
