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   Oskaloosa is a city in, and the county seat of, Mahaska County, Iowa. [4] In the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, Oskaloosa was a national center of bituminous coal mining. The population was 11,558 in the 2020 U.S. census .

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   Oskaloosa, city, seat (1844) of Mahaska county, southeastern Iowa, U.S. It lies between the Des Moines and South Skunk rivers, about 60 miles (100 km) southeast of Des Moines. The region was inhabited by Sauk and Fox peoples when a fort was founded there by Captain Nathan Boone, nephew of Daniel.

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   • Bonnie V. Oskaloosa, Iowa, United States 11 contributions. Nature. There are many, many displays of all kinds of animals, birds, snakes and several more species.
   • natasha n. 1 contribution. wonderful family location. i really enjoyed myself nice clean peaceful other then the water splashing and the kids screaming i love it but hey kids are going to be kids.
   • spencerthury. Oskaloosa, IA3 contributions. fun free entertainment. my kids went here. I would go and watch. there is a variety of things to do in the area. near shopping.
   • radi0dude. Afton, IA11 contributions. Very Quiet, nice place to stay. Lots of Trees. This was a great little state park. Bathroom and showers are newer. Its very quiet.

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   Oskaloosa History. Oskaloosa can trace its roots back to the time that the state of Iowa was born. In the mid 1800's a group of Quakers settled in an area southeast of Des Moines, midway between the Skunk and Des Moines rivers.

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   Oskaloosa, Iowa is located in Mahaska County and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere. The town offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities with its parks, trails, and nearby lakes.

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   Oct 24, 2017 · Infrastructure Projects. Stay Informed. Bid Opportunities. Report a Concern. Visit the Library. Road Closures. OSKALOOSA SPOTLIGHTS. Oskaloosa's Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report Now Available! The City of Oskaloosa is excited to announce the release of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report! Read on...

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   Nov 19, 2022 · Oskaloosa is a town in Iowa with a population of 11,492. Oskaloosa is in Mahaska County. Living in Oskaloosa offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

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   Where is Oskaloosa Iowa?

   • Oskaloosa, city, seat (1844) of Mahaska county, southeastern Iowa, U.S. It lies between the Des Moines and South Skunk rivers, about 60 miles (100 km) southeast of Des Moines. The region was inhabited by Sauk and Fox peoples when a fort was founded there by Captain Nathan Boone, nephew of Daniel Boone, who explored the area in 1835.

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   What is Oskaloosa Iowa known for?

   • Iowa’s first coal was mined near there by Welsh miners in 1870; as the mines were depleted, the city gradually became an agricultural-trade centre. Manufacturing is mainly farm-based. Oskaloosa is the seat of William Penn College (1873), and Vennard College (1910) is at adjacent University Park.

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   When was Oskaloosa incorporated?

   • In 1844 Oskaloosa was a pioneer village containing only 13 crude cabins and two stores. The town grew rapidly and by 1853, when it was incorporated, had a population of about 1,000. Oskaloosa was named for a Creek princess named Ouscaloosa, which means "last of the beautiful."

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   How did Oskaloosa get its name?

   • Theodore Roosevelt campaigns in the Oskaloosa city square in the fall of 1912. Oskaloosa derives its name from Ouscaloosa who, according to town lore, was a Creek princess who married Seminole chief Osceola. A local tradition was that her name meant "last of the beautiful." (This interpretation of "last of the beautiful" is not correct.

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   Is Oskaloosa a college?

   • Oskaloosa is the home of William Penn University, a private, liberal arts college. It was founded by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in 1873 as Penn College. In 1933, the name was changed to William Penn College, and finally to William Penn University in 2000. Oskaloosa was the home of the now-defunct Oskaloosa College .

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   How big is Oskaloosa?

   • According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.45 square miles (19.30 km 2 ), of which 7.43 square miles (19.24 km 2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km 2) is water. [ 18] According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Oskaloosa has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

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