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. These items are not currently available to view individually online.
40. Parade float in front of People’s Steam Laundry, ca. 1915
Iowa City Parades Collection, State Historical Society of Iowa – Iowa City
41. Ringling Bros. circus parade with two women riding sidesaddle, ca. 1912
Iowa City Parades Collection, State Historical Society of Iowa – Iowa City
42. D.A.R. Float by Kilborne House, 3rd and High Streets, Keokuk Iowa, ca. 1898
Huebinger Collection, State Historical Society of Iowa – Iowa City
43. Iowa Centennial Parade – Western Stage Coach pulled by 4 mules, 1939
Frederick W. Kent Collection, State Historical Society of Iowa – Iowa City
44. Parade Float with African American liverymen, Keokuk, Iowa, ca. 1898
Huebinger Collection, State Historical Society of Iowa – Iowa City