Windmill House - Amana Villages - Amana, IA - NRHP Historic Districts - Contributing Buildings on Waymarking.com

These seven villages are known collectively as the Amana Colonies, a religious communal society that came to Iowa from Germany in 1855. The villages were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. Today this area is a popular tourist attraction, and the Windmill House is particularly unique. The sign outside tells more of its history. The text reads:

Windmill House ca. 1880

The original use of this building is unknown. It was used to manufacture a feed additive for hogs from 1908-1932, so that it is commonly referred to as the "Hog Powder House."

Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Amana Villages Link to nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com page with the Historic District: [Web Link] NRHP Historic District Waymark (Optional): [Web Link] Address: 4315 - 220th Trail, Amana, IA How did you determine the building to be a contributing structure?: Plaque on building (Photo in gallery) Optional link to narrative or database: [Web Link]

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