In the 1920's, it was not uncommon to see women on the golf course, as seen in this particular image. Prior to the 1920's though, it would have been extremely uncommon to see women playing golf, as it was a sport solely made available to men. This…
The American school system would not be where it is today unless individuals advocated for its improvement over the course of American history. In this photograph, women in downtown Oskaloosa, Iowa are showing their desire for Oskaloosa to improve…
The Women's Rights Movement was not just a scene in big cities like New York or Chicago in the early 1900's, but rather it was a movement that reached all parts of the country. From big cities to rural America, the voices of women could be heard by…
The town square in many small towns across America served as a link for town members to connect with one another. In this photograph, for example, the square allowed for casual socialization among friends, spouses, and business owners. From the…
The town square has been a place of social importance in American history, especially in small towns like Oskaloosa, Iowa, depicted in this photograph. Taken in the late 1800's, the crowd gathering outside the town square could have been doing so…
The town square in downtown Oskaloosa, Iowa has been able to capture just about every major scene of historical significance in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, and the United States since being built. In this particular photograph, nothing stands out as…
For over a century, the Conestoga wagon helped shape American culture and American transportation. In a sense, the Conestoga wagon was the transportation symbol of the United States' concept of Manifest Destiny. Able to carry families and supplies…
The Young Men's Christian Association has played a pivotal role in the history of Mahaska County. Located in Oskaloosa, this YMCA has served as a place for growth spiritually and athletically for over a hundred years. This is a photograph taken of…
The Young Men's Christian Association has played a pivotal role in the history of Mahaska County. Located in Oskaloosa, this YMCA has served as a place for growth spiritually and athletically for over a hundred years. This is a photograph taken of…
The Young Men's Christian Association has played a pivotal role in the history of Mahaska County. Located in Oskaloosa, this YMCA has served as a place for growth spiritually and athletically for over a hundred years. This photograph was taken of…
