Twice voted: "One of the 100 Best Small Towns in America"

Centennial Fountain in Central Park ABOUT WASHINGTON The City of Washington, with a population of 7500, is centrally located in Southeast Iowa just 30 minutes south of Iowa City/Coralville. Washington, founded in 1839, is the county seat of Washington County, one of the leading hog producing areas in the nation. The city offers a daily local newspaper and a local AM-FM radio station. The city plays host to 17 churches and over 100 social and service clubs and organizations. There are several vintage homes and buildings which are listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Washington supports a great mini-bus transportation system. The community hosts several special events throughout the year including: an Arts Festival, Car Shows, Craft Shows, Fourth of July Celebration, Christmas Tour of Homes, and several annual parades.

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