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Council Bluffs

Iowa, United States · North America

About Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Carter Lake, 7km from Henry Doorly Zoo.

Council Bluffs is a town located in Iowa, United States. With a population of 62,597, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Council Bluffs sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Chicago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Council Bluffs to your route.

About Council Bluffs

The Shepard and Emma Farnsworth House is a historic building located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States. Built by Vincent Battin in 1886, the two-story frame structure is an example of an asymmetrical Queen Anne style residence. It was designed by local architect Stiles Maxon, who was also responsible for numerous

Read more other houses in the city and three county courthouses in the state of Iowa. The house features multiple gables, the original wrought iron ornamentation on the crest of the roof, cast metal egg-and-dart trim under the eaves, three chimneys, and four porches with spindles and sawn wood cutouts. It also has stained glass, leaded glass, and etched glass windows and doors. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2018. Shepard Farnsworth was a native of Muscatine, Iowa who began his banking career in Washington, Iowa before serving in the American Civil War, where he was under the command of his future father-in-law. After establishing a private bank in McGregor, Iowa with his brother, Farnsworth settled in Council Bluffs in 1869. He purchased a half interest in the stock of the First National Bank and worked there as the cashier until he retired in 1892. He married Emma Crabbe in Washington, and they raised five children. Farnsworth died in 1902, and Emma continued to reside in the house until 1920 when she sold the house to Judge John P. Tinley.

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Where is Council Bluffs located?

Council Bluffs is located in Iowa, United States, North America. The coordinates are 41.2619 latitude, -95.8608 longitude.

What is the population of Council Bluffs?

Council Bluffs has a population of approximately 62,597 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
62,597
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Iowa
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.2619, -95.8608

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Worth the detour from Council Bluffs

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

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Henry Doorly Zoo

Omaha's world-class zoo featuring the world's largest indoor desert, largest indoor rainforest, and largest nocturnal exhibit.

7 km · about 15 min drive

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