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Dubuque, Iowa |
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Named for
French-Canadian fur trader, Julien Dubuque, who settled here in the 178O's. Dubuque
initially came to the region to area to trade fur with the Mesquakie Indians, who occupied
the land at that time. Later his attention turned to the plentiful lead mines that were
located on their land. In 1788, the Mesquakie granted Dubuque control of the lead mines
that surrounded the Dubuque area. Dubuque named this region, the Mines of Spain. In 1810,
Julien Dubuque died after a brief illness. The Mesquakie buried him with honors befitting
a chief, on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. In 1897, a huge limestone monument
was erected on the grave site to pay homage to Julien Dubuque. In the 1970's, downtown Dubuque underwent significant urban renewal and the city received a Presidential Award in 1973 for the development of Town Clock Plaza. This project included the restoration and exhibition of the famous Town Clock. Nearby, a newly renovated gazebo was placed in Washington Park. Beneath it, is buried a time capsule that is to be opened in 2076 With historic architecture and proximity to the Mississippi River, Dubuque is a major Midwest tourist attraction. In the 1980's Dubuque saw the addition of a pari-mutual greyhound racing track and a riverboat casino. The Dubuque area offers hiking, biking, downhill and cross-country ski, and antique shops. There is also a large number of historical buildings and museums, and located in nearby Dyersville, is the Field of Dreams movie site. This city blends the charm and character of its heritage with the new vitality and progress of the future. Dubuque is the county seat and largest town in Dubuque County. |
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