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Welcome to the Urbandale Historical Society
This gives us an opportunity to -
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Share with you information about the Historical Society...
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Highlight programs and activities that you are encouraged to participate in...
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Provide some interesting historical information about people, places and organizations in the Urbandale community.
Click the menu on the areas you are interested in.
Check the website often for program updates and additional information and interviews.
Preserving yesterday and today for tomorrow

OPEN HOUSE
The Olmsted-Urban House is open the first Sunday of every month, 2-4pm for tours. Please call or email if you are needing a private tour at another time.
MEMBERSHIP
The Urbandale Historical Society relies on the generosity of our members and supporters. Renew your membership today
SPRING PROGRAMS
January 12, 2025
Streetcars in Urbandale
Story of the streetcars in Urbandale
Presented by Pat Finnerty
Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm
February 9, 2025
McDivitt Cemetery
A trip through time in Urbandale via the residents of McDivitt Grove Cemetery
Presented by Mary Polson/Ann Ulm
Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm
March 9, 2025
Urbandale High School Athletics & Activities
Relive the glory of Urbandale High School athletics
Presented by Tim Carver
Urbandale Public Library, 2-4pm
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The first and second Sunday in December the Urbandale Historical Society hosts our Annual Christmas Open House with music, Santa Clause and refreshments. This is a wonderful time and chance to begin the celebration of the holidays.
For a few more photos of our Christmas Open House and the Urbandale Historical Day Events (click here).
