Coggon Historical Society
We collect, preserve, and exhibit artifacts, family histories, & documents pertaining to the history of the Coggon community.
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Regular Monthly Meeting
4th Monday of the Month (except December)
6:00 pm at Clemons House
126 E. Main St. Coggon, IA
Everyone welcome!
Come check out the Clemons House museum and consider joining an organization that works to preserve your town's history.
One-Year Membership---$10
Lifetime Membership---$100
HISTORICAL HALL RENTALS
Our Historical Hall (123 E. Main St Coggon, IA) is available to rent.
This small, historic venue is renovated and ready to seat your event of 50-60 people. A milestone birthday, bridal shower, baby shower, family reunion, holiday gathering or even a tiny wedding would all work great in our space. Please contact us about our rental rates and availability. coggonhistorical@gmail.com
319-551-7388
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FALL/WINTER 2025-2026
Bake Sale Season is here!
First Sunday of every month October thru April.
In conjunction with Coggon Legion Pancake Breakfasts on same dates.
8:00 Am-Noon
Next Bake Sale
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Thank you for supporting the CCHS in its mission to protect Coggon's history.
COGGON COFFEE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:00am-10:00am
Historical Hall
123 East Main St, Coggon
We could use people to help host. Once a month or once in a while would be helpful.
Thanks so much to those who already volunteer.
Call or email via our contact numbers to volunteer.
Have you checked out our Searchable Archive? You can search Coggon Monitor newspapers; check out the 800+ slides that have been digitized depicting Harvest Home events and more. Click and learn about Coggon's history!
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Searchable archive is now available!
NEW TO THE ARCHIVE
COGGON & NORTH-LINN YEARBOOKS!
This project was made possible by a generous donation from James E. "Jim" Woods. Jim was a 1953 graduate of Coggon High School.
Archive also includes
Coggon Monitor Newspapers
1890s - 1970s.
Slides of 1957 and 1982 Harvest Home and town events
Click below to access our Searchable Archive
https://coggon.historyarchives.online/home
Donations can now be made via PayPal. Click on the 'DONATE' button above left and look for the PayPal logo. Your donations allow us to continue harboring Coggon's history! Thank you!
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and your donation is tax deductible.
Donations make a difference!
Any donation to the CCHS helps us continue protecting two of Coggon's historical buildings; the Clemons House (1887) and the Historical Hall (1898).
Our next project will likely be digitization of more of our photos; scrapbooks; and composite school pictures.
Your donations to our Coffee Shop, Bake Sales, Suppers, Holiday Desserts, and Historical Hall Rentals support our efforts to maintain the Clemons House and Historical Hall for many generations to come. THANK YOU!
Contact Us
Clemons House & Historical Hall
126 & 123 East Main St Coggon, IA 52218
(319) 551-7388 coggonhistorical@gmail.com Mailing address: P.O. Box 57 Coggon, IA 52218
Tours
Tours by appointment and during community events.
Drop-by visitors, please stop at City Hall for contact information.
Coggon City Hall - (319) 435-2314