Coggon Historical Society
We collect, preserve, and exhibit artifacts, family histories, & documents pertaining to the history of the Coggon community.
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Regular Monthly Meeting
4th Monday of the Month (except December)
6:00 pm at Clemons House
126 E. Main St. Coggon, IA
Everyone welcome!
Come check out the Clemons House museum and consider joining an organization that works to preserve your town's history.
One-Year Membership---$10
Lifetime Membership---$100
HISTORICAL HALL RENTALS
Our Historical Hall (123 E. Main St Coggon, IA) is available to rent.
This small, historic venue is renovated and ready to seat your event of 50-60 people. A milestone birthday, bridal shower, baby shower, family reunion, holiday gathering or even a tiny wedding would all work great in our space. Please contact us about our rental rates and availability. coggonhistorical@gmail.com
319-551-7388
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Summer 2025
FREE ADMISSION WEEKEND
Sponsored by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.
August 9th and 10th
10 AM - 4 PM
Tour the Clemons House Museum
It's loaded with history....have you seen a 'hair wreath' or maybe the 'it almost fit' stairway? Look through the CHS composite photos or learn why we used to say 'sleep tight'
HARVEST HOME
Saturday, August 16, 2025
'Pie on the Porch'
Serving pie, ice cream, maid rites, and water at Historical Hall.
COGGON COFFEE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:00am-10:00am
Historical Hall
123 East Main St, Coggon
We could use people to help host. Once a month or once in a while would be helpful.
Thanks so much to those who already volunteer.
Call or email via our contact numbers to volunteer.
Have you checked out our Searchable Archive? You can search Coggon Monitor newspapers; check out the 800+ slides that have been digitized depicting Harvest Home events and more. Click and learn about Coggon's history!
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Searchable archive is now available! Archive includes Coggon Monitor Newspapers from 1890s - 1970s.
Slides of 1957 and 1982 Harvest Home and town events
Click for Coggon Historical Searchable Archives
Donations can now be made via PayPal. Click on the 'DONATE' button above left and look for the PayPal logo. Your donations allow us to continue harboring Coggon's history! Thank you!
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and your donation is tax deductible.
Donations make a difference!
Any donation to the CCHS helps us continue protecting two of Coggon's historical buildings; the Clemons House (1887) and the Historical Hall (1898).
We currently are raising funds to put in a new sidewalk in front of Historical Hall.
Your donations to our Coffee Shop, Bake Sales, Suppers, Holiday Desserts, and Historical Hall Rentals support our efforts to maintain the Clemons House and Historical Hall for many generations to come. THANK YOU!
Contact Us
Clemons House & Historical Hall
126 & 123 East Main St Coggon, IA 52218
(319) 551-7388 coggonhistorical@gmail.com Mailing address: P.O. Box 57 Coggon, IA 52218
Tours
Tours by appointment and during community events.
Drop-by visitors, please stop at City Hall for contact information.
Coggon City Hall - (319) 435-2314