WELCOME TO IOWA
The Statehood December 28, 1846
Iowa became the 29th state to enter the United States of America on December 28, 1846.At the time, its capital was Iowa City. The more centrally located Des Moines, became the new capital in 1857. At that time, the state's present boundaries were also drawn.
The Hawkeye State
Iowa is named from the Iowa River, which was named for the Iowa Indians. Their tribal name 'Ayuxwa means "one who puts to sleep".
The Capital of Iowa is Des Moines
The Capitol at night
![[View looking up at inside of dome]](indome.jpg)
Dome ceiling
The Governors office
The Grand Staircase
A Historical view look
From 1846 to 2001
The State Symbols
The State Seal
The State Flower
Prairie Rose
State Tree
Wild Oak
State Rock
State Bird
Goldfinch
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