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Welcome to the Urbandale Historical Society

This gives us an opportunity to -

  • Share with you information about the Historical Society...

  • Highlight programs and activities that you are encouraged to participate in...

  • Provide some interesting historical information about people, places and organizations in the Urbandale community.

Click the menu on the areas you are interested in.

Check the website often for program updates and additional information and interviews.

Preserving yesterday and today for tomorrow        

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               OPEN HOUSE

The Olmsted-Urban House is open the first Sunday of every month, 2-4pm for tours.  Please call or email if you are needing a private tour at another time.

              MEMBERSHIP

The Urbandale Historical Society relies on the generosity of our members and supporters.  Renew your membership today

SPRING PROGRAMS

January 12, 2025

Streetcars in Urbandale

Story of the streetcars in Urbandale

Presented by Pat Finnerty

Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm

February 9, 2025

McDivitt Cemetery

A trip through time in Urbandale via the residents of McDivitt Grove Cemetery

Presented by Mary Polson/Ann Ulm

Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm

March 9, 2025

Urbandale High School Athletics & Activities

Relive the glory of Urbandale High School athletics

Presented by Tim Carver

Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm

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The first and second Sunday in December the Urbandale Historical Society hosts our Annual Christmas Open House with music, Santa Clause and refreshments.  This is a wonderful time and chance to begin the celebration of the holidays.
For a few more photos of our Christmas Open House and the Urbandale Historical Day Events (click here).

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