Peter Toth Indian Monument - Iowa Falls, IA
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N 42° 31.225 W 093° 16.315
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This Peter Toth Indian Statue is located very near the Iowa River in Iowa Falls, Iowa. There is also a soldier's memorial nearby.
Waymark Code: WM24MZ
Location: Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 09/03/2007
Views: 91
Peter Toth carved an Indian statue for every state in the U.S. and there are also several located in Canada. This statue is located in a very picturesque setting overlooking the Iowa River.
The carving was dedicated on July 4, 1979. The sculpture was carved from a locally grown cottonwood tree and including the pedestal is 33 ft. tall. The Indian is wearing a three disced headband and a neck broach similar to ones worn by the local Indian tribes.
Artist's Name: Peter Toth
Approximate size/height: 33 feet
Type of wood: Cottonwood
Type of wood carving: Not listed
Other type: Not listed
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