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HISTORIC TOURS

◆ Earthmoving Legacy Center The Center is a 38,000 square foot facility to showcase the rich history of earthmoving. Their collection spans from the 1880s to 1940, focusing primarily on the evolution of the Caterpillar Company. Located at 24412 IA-13, Elkader, IA. Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit information@earthmovinglegacy.com. ◆ Fort Crawford Museum The Museum is located on the Fort Crawford Military Tract. The Fort Crawford Hospital is the only remaining structure of the second Fort Crawford. At Fort Crawford, Black Hawk surrendered to the Indian Agent Joseph Street who presented him to Colonel Zachary Taylor to end the Blackhawk War. Colonel Taylor then sent Lt. Jefferson Davis to escort Black Hawk to Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis, MO. The Museum consists of three buildings: The Fort Crawford Hospital, the Museum of Prairie du Chien, and the Museum Store. Exhibits in the Hospital include an 1832 Wardroom, the stories of Fort Crawford, Dr. William Beaumont, Treaties signed in Prairie du Chien, the Surrender of Black Hawk, artifacts located under Beaumont Road during utility work, a pharmacy, dentist offi ce, and many more. The Museum of Prairie du Chien contains exhibits on prominent citizens, exhibits on the railroads, clamming, and other businesses, as well as an exhibit on the Battle for Prairie du Chien during the War of 1812. Other exhibits include St. Mary’s Academy and

EXPERIENCE THE POWER THAT SHAPED THE EARTH

Open Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00 pm

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