Sinclair, Iowa

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[edit] History

Sinclair, Iowa was a frequent stop for the Underground Railroad during and before the American Civil War. The town was founded in 1843. Prior to the founding of the town it was nothing more than a railroad stop. Throughout the years the town has had periods of expansion and hard times. During the Great Depression the town of Sinclair and its population of twelve suffered greatly.

[edit] Location

Sinclair, Iowa is located (according to hometownlocator.com) at: Lat: 42.5 Lon: -92.73167 Located East of Parkersburg, Iowa Northwest of Cedar Falls, Iowa


[edit] Arts and Culture

Sinclair, Iowa has long been one of Iowa's leading city in the field of fine arts. The town boasts a wide variety of theatre's, art exhibits, and much more. Recently Sinclair hosted the Sundance Film Festival for 2007. The town will also be hosting the 2042 Winter Olympics.

[edit] Trivia

Sinclair, Iowa was founded in 1843.

Sinclair, Iowa is close to Parkersburg, Iowa

Sinclair, Iowa was an underground railroad stop

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