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The Johnson County Heritage Museum is located in the Iowa River Landing District in Coralville, Iowa, in the Xtream Arena at the crossroads of Interstate 80 and 1st Avenue. The Museum houses the offices of the JCHS staff, an exhibition hall, and a climate controlled archival area. Permanent exhibits portray the heritage of the county from the Native American era to early settlers to contemporary times. A community area features the towns and townships of Johnson County in addition to space dedicated to children’s interactive exhibits. The Johnson County Historical Society was organized in 1967 as the Mormon Trek Memorial Foundation. Its purpose was to commemorate the Mormon Handcart Expeditions, which departed Johnson County for Salt Lake City in 1856 and 1857. The Foundation identified the site of the Handcart Expedition Campground, created a park and monument, and renamed 1st Avenue in Coralville, (Mormon Trek Boulevard). The Foundation resolved to create a local history museum. In 1983 the the Johnson County Heritage Museum. aps of Johnson County in addition to space dedicated to children’s exhibits. Mission Statement: The Johnson County Historical Society serves the public by furthering an appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of the Johnson County community, through education, preservation and interpretation.
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