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BIG CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Preserving the Past for the Future

The Big Creek Historical Society (BCHS) was established in 1993 and is located in Polk City, Iowa. A museum is located in the historic city hall building at 112 3rd Street. The group's name was taken from the original name of the settlement built on the banks of Big Creek -- Big Creek Settlement founded in 1840 by George Beebe. The motto of "Preserving the Past for the Future" keeps the group active in the community promoting the rich history of the Big Creek area. The history of Polk City is brought to life by the Big Creek Players.

Approximately 50 Civil War Veterans are buried in the Polk City Cemetary. The holding vault was built in the 1880s and restored in 1995.


The Beebe Cemetary, where six children of the city founder, George Beebe, are buried, was restored in 2001.

Restoration of the Big Creek School House, built in 1863, is in progress.

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