Jones County Historical Society

Mission Statement
The Jones County Historical Society mission is for heritage preservation focusing on the unique history of Jones County, Iowa; heritage education being a leader in the preservation of local history; and heritage tourism collaborating and working together with other historical and cultural organizations.
Vision Statement
The Jones County Historical Society will be an educational resource, a leader in the preservation of local history, and an integral part of the community collaborating with other historical organizations in the area working together for mutual assistance and for the benefit of local history.
JONES COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Jones County Historical Society was organized in the early 1970s. All items on display have been donated and volunteers maintain the grounds, buildings and displays. The Edinburgh Historical Village and Museum is located about 2 miles east of Amber, just off E23, 1/4 mile on Edinburgh Road. From Anamosa, proceed north on Hwy 151 to E23. Turn right on E23 and proceed through Amber about 2 miles to Edinburgh Road (by Edinburgh Manor). Edinburgh Village is behind the Jones County Maintenance Garage.
The grounds of the Edinburgh Historic Village and Museum is available for family reunions, alumni gatherings, weddings, organizational meetings, and group tours.
There is no entrance fee for the Edinburgh Historic Village and Museum , however, donations are appreciated.
HOURS MEMBERSHIP
May-September: Sunday, 1 pm to 4 pm $5.00 Individual per year
or $10.00 Family per year
By appointment
ADDRESS CONTACTS
Scotch Grove, IA 52310 Byron Freese, 563-487-3651
Jones County Historical Society Addition
Edinburgh Ghost Town Guestbook
This website will offer additional photos and information. Please sign our Guestbook. Check back often.
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COMING EVENTS - EDINBURGH HISTORIC VILLAGE AND MUSEUM
The grounds of the Edinburgh Historic Village and Museum is available for family reunions, alumni gatherings, weddings, organizational meetings, and group tours.
There is no fee, however, donations are appreciated.
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PAST EVENTS - EDINBURGH HISTORIC VILLAGE AND MUSEUM
Photos from Oats Shocking, August 2009
Hold curser over photo for identification
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Anamosa Community School District
Celebrating 150 years
Plans are in the works to write a history book and video DVD of the history of the Anamosa School District.
Towns and Schools included: Anamosa, Strawberry Hill, Viola, Martelle, Morley, Stone City & Fairview.
Country Schools some in Linn County: Antioch, Black Oak, Brady, Cass Twp., Fairview Twp., Hoosier, Ben, Midland, Waggoner & Wayne Twp.
If you have any Pictures or Stories you care to share, please contact:
Jim Christianson
112 South Sales St.
Anamosa, IA 52205
319-462-6122
jimamy14@msn.com>
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