Horses were present when the University of Iowa was being built, and assisted with moving building materials and with the construction itself. Some of the photos on display in the exhibition feature these activities in the late 19th century and early 20th century. In addition, horses also played an important role in parades. They provided a mode of transportation, but they were also stately and impressive.
In the case:
Each object in the cases is marked with a corresponding number unless otherwise noted. Items available in the Iowa Digital Library are linked for closer viewing.
33. Horse and Workmen Moving a Building on Campus, 1890s
Frederick W. Kent Collection, University of Iowa Libraries, University Archives
34. “Making Dents at Iowa” parade photo
Graham Family Papers, Iowa Women’s Archives
35. Two Mules pulling chariot in parade
Graham Family Papers, Iowa Women’s Archives
36. Horse barn and sheep shed on Pentacrest with Old Capitol in background, 1905
Frederick W. Kent Collection, University of Iowa Libraries, University Archives
37. Women in Greek Costumes posed with horse in front of mock temple at City Park,
The University of Iowa, 1915
Frederick W. Kent Collection, University of Iowa Libraries, University Archives
38. Horse and Carriage on Clinton Street in front of Congregational Church, ca. 1910
Frederick W. Kent Collection, University of Iowa Libraries, University Archives
39. Men and horse during the construction of The Hall of Liberal Arts (Schaeffer Hall),
The University of Iowa, summer 1900
Frederick W. Kent Collection, University of Iowa Libraries, University Archives