Celebrating 40 Years 1979-2019

The Society began in 1979 when a committee from the Mutual Improvement Club called a meeting for all residents interested in forming a historical society.  The Society was officially incorporated

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Calliope Village to Open for 2019 Season

HAWARDEN, IA – The Hawarden Historical Society has announced some big changes coming for the 2019 season. The Hawarden Historical Society, formerly called Big Sioux River Valley Historical Society has

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Historic Calliope Grocery Store Reopens after 42 years

Hawarden, IA-- After being closed for 42 years the Historic Calliope Grocery Store has been refurbished and given a new life.  The store has changed its name and it has gone

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