The Charming Small Town In Iowa That Was Home To Herbert Hoover Once Upon A Time
By Raymond Goldfield|Published August 09, 2022
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Raymond Goldfield
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Raymond Goldfield is a life-long New Jersey resident and an avid traveler and foodie who can be usually found on the Jersey Shore during the offseason or checking out the latest seasonal flavors at The Bent Spoon in Princeton. He has been working for Only In Your State for since early 2022, where he writes for New Jersey and Iowa and edits the Mid-Atlantic region. He can also be found writing about pop culture for GeekDad. When at home, he enjoys reading comic books and is part of The Rabbitt Stew podcast team. While New Jersey is his home base, he travels regularly and has visited Virginia, Florida, Maine, Minnesota, and Canada as well as all of NJ's border states. Ultimate travel goal? Visit all the best buffets in the United States.
Iowa is full of history, including some of the most significant figures in American history. Maybe the most famous person born in Iowa is the 31st US President, Herbert Hoover – and his humble hometown of West Branch has become a tribute to his impact on American history. So why not pay a visit this summer and explore the many sites celebrating his Presidency, his post-presidency work, and his traditional Iowa childhood? But West Branch is much more than history – it’s a wonderful small town with great sights and eats for you to enjoy after you’re done exploring living history.
Have you visited West Branch, Iowa? What did you think of its extensive tributes to Herbert Hoover, probably the most famous person born in Iowa? Let us know in the comments section, and if you’re planning a visit make sure to drop by the West Branch website for more information on the town. If you’re interested in more famous people born in the Hawkeye State, check out this surprising list.
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