SSNHA Grant for Mines of Spain Agricultural ExhibitMasterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: SSNHA Grant Application for Mines of Spain Agriculture Exhibit
DATE: May 6, 2011
Laura recommends that the City Council receive and file the grant application.
Enclosure
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
Michael C. Van Milligen
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Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is transmitting a grant application of the
Friends of the Mines of Spain for a $2,500 Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage
Area (SSNHA) grant to fund a new History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain Exhibit.
The local cash match will be provided by the Preston Heritage Museum in Dubuque
County. No City funds are needed.
The exhibit will be installed in the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at the Mines of Spain.
The SSNHA grant program requires letters of support from partners. A letter of support
from the City of Dubuque as the property owner of the Interpretive Center is included
with the application.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
SUBJECT: SSNHA Grant Application for Mines of Spain Agriculture Exhibit
DATE: May 6, 2011
Dubuque
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Introduction
This memo transmits a grant application of the Friends of the Mines of Spain (FOMOS)
to the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) for grant funds for a
new History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain Exhibit.
Discussion
The Mines of Spain is owned and managed by the Iowa DNR. The E.B. Lyons
Interpretive Center, owned by the City of Dubuque, serves as a visitor information
center and park office. The Interpretive Center has artifacts on display interpreting the
park's historical sites of farming, prairies, lead mining, Native Americans and wildlife.
These displays were updated in 2010 by the FOMOS.
The History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain Exhibit will be a multi -media
interpretation of the extensive agricultural history of the14 historic farms in the Mines of
Spain, in partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum located on Olde Massey Road
near the Mines of Spain.
The exhibit will be installed in the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at the Mines of Spain.
The SSNHA grant program requires letters of support from partners. A letter of support
from the City of Dubuque as the property owner of the Interpretive Center is included
with the application.
Budget Impact
The estimated project cost is $7,500. The SSNHA grant request is for $2,500. The cash
match of $5,000 will be provided by the Preston Heritage Museum. Unlike the HRDP
grant for this same project, no in -kind match is needed. No City funds are needed.
Requested Action
The requested action is for the City Council to receive and file the grant application.
Enclosure
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Grant Amount Requested
$2,500.00
Amount of Cash Match
$5,000.00
Value of In -Kind Support
$0.00
Total Project Budget
$7,500.00
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Project Description (Please describe in one sentence, 25 words or less)
A multi -media interpretation of the extensive agricultural history of the14 historic farms in the
Mines of Spain, in partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum.
Applicant Name (Name of non - profit organization, local government, etc.)
Friends of the Mines of Spain
Designated SSNHA Partner Site? ■: Yes C' No Designated SSNHA Emerging Site? C Yes C No
If not currently a designated site, do you have plans for designation? C Yes C' No
Applicant's Federal ID Number
Applicant's Contact Person
Applicant's Mailing Address
City
Dubuque
Applicant's Phone
Applicant's E -mail
Street Address of Project Location
City of Project Location
County Name of Project Location
Exhibits
❑ Educational Programs ❑ Interpretation
Other (specify)
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area
2011 General Grant Application Form
History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain
42- 1423836
Wayne Buchholtz, Park Ranger
E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road
State
Iowa
563- 556 -0620
Zip
;52003
Applicant's Fax
County
Dubuque
563- 556 -8474
Wayne. Buchholtz @dnr.iowa.gov
8991 Bellevue Heights Road
Dubuque
Dubuque
What is the budget for the proposed project? (These totals should match those listed in your itemized budget.)
Project funds will be used for the following type of activity: (Check all that apply.)
❑ Interpretive Signage
❑ Marketing
❑ Event
Print Form j
. Project Summary
;pecifically describe the grant project in a clear and concise summary. Begin by completing this sentence:
'he (name of your organization) seeks a SSNHA General Grant to . (Maximum of 1800 characters)
The Friends of the Mines of Spain seeks a SSNHA General Grant to create an interpretive exhibit on the
History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain in partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum, a private
museum near the park that features artifacts of the Preston Family Farm, Iowa's second oldest farm. The
Mines of Spain is integral to Iowa's early agricultural history, with 14 historic farm sites. The Junkermann
Farm is the most widely recognized farm in the park. The History of Agriculture Exhibit will further
interpret Iowa's early agricultural history through these 13 other farms, and broaden the visitor's
experience of how farming impacted the land and its use. This new exhibit will feature the Preston Family
Farm — which was quite different from Otto Junkermann's "gentleman's" farm. Key messages will be: 1.
Farm families in the Mines of Spain included immigrants engaged in agriculture and mining, highlighting
how farms in the late 1800's were different from both the pre - agricultural landscape and farms in the 21st
century; and 2. Farming families in 19th century Dubuque and its surroundings included subsistence
Farming and commercial trade of farm products at local farmers' markets — highlighting differences and
similarities with today's farming practices and awareness of sustainability and local foods.
4 large interpretive map of the 14 farm sites in the Mines of Spain will serve as an exhibit backdrop. The
'reston Family Farm portion of the exhibit will offer rotating displays of farming artifacts from the Preston
- leritage Museum. A stop & listen station with oral histories from Preston family members and a flip -book
pf historical photos and documents of Preston family farm life in the 1800's and 1900's will provide
nteractive, multi -media components.
. Goals
.ddress the goals of this project and how it fits into the overall goals for your site or organization. Explain
ow the project fulfills a demonstrated area of need. (Maximum of 1800 characters)
Ehe goals of this project are 1. Provide information on the agricultural resources and history of the park, 2.
:reate and install a new exhibit which will provide a better understanding of pioneer farming and its
elationship to the land, 3. Bring new and repeat visitors to the park with creation of this new exhibit, and
1. Enhance the visitor's experience. The park's overall goal is to encourage visitors to learn about the
)ark's cultural and natural features. The new exhibit will greatly assist in achieving this goal. By creating
ind installing a new exhibit we will be meeting the goals of the park and of the project. The new exhibit
vill enable park visitors to better understand and interpret the extensive agricultural history of the Mines
Af Spain and its relation to the land.
- he partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum will allow creation of a new and different exhibit with
otating artifacts of the Preston Family Farm. This partnership will tell a more complete story of the history
)f agriculture associated with the Mines of Spain. It also will enable us to tell a different story than the
:urrent interpretation of the Junkermann farm site. This partnership also links visitors to the Preston
ieritage Museum, broadening their learning experience.
he outcome will be to provide a place for expanded education, a greater variety of experiences for the
'isitor and a focus on environmental stewardship and sustainability. We look to create an atmosphere for
ieritage tourism to attract more visitors to the community and to the park. New and updated exhibits will
provide information on nationally significant historic, archeological, cultural and natural features at the
/lines of Spain.
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3. Interpretive Themes
a. Number in order of priority those interpretive themes which relate to this grant project as applicable.
1 The Fertile Land Higher Yields: The Science & Technology of Agriculture
2 Farmers & Families Farm to Factory: Agribusiness in Iowa
3 The Changing Farm Organizing for Agriculture: Policies & Politics
b. Describe and /or attach examples of how your theme(s) will be preserved or interpreted through the proposed
project. Include references to subcategories from the Silos & Smokestacks Interpretive Plan. When applicable
and where available, attach an interpretive plan, exhibit design, sign design, or other documents to illustrate
your project. (Maximum of 1400 characters)
The History of Agriculture exhibit will support the SSNHA Interpretive Plan in the following ways. Theme 1
— The Fertile Land is: Working the lands of northeast Iowa has fostered a connection between humans and
the earth. The Mines of Spain has had strong trends towards farming since the 1840's and public land
sales resulted in clearing of trees and plowing of prairies for settlement and planting crops. Currently the
Otto Junkermann farm is interpreted at the park. Through archeological studies in the 1980's, there have
been 13 additional European farm sites documented in the Mines of Spain. Theme 2 — Farmers and
Families is: Farm life and farming culture present images, at once nostalgic and ever - changing, of middle
America and the values the nation espouses. Farm sites soon dotted the landscape of the area. The
Preston Family Farm was one of the earliest farms in the area. The Preston Family farm site provides a new
interpretation of the 1880's farm life that is different from the Junkermann farm site in the Mines of Spain.
Theme 3 —The Changing Farm is: The role of agriculture in American life and psychology has evolved as
changes in farming technique and technology transform the relationships between farmers, consumers,
and the land. The History of Agriculture exhibit will tell of the changes in farming — from subsistence
farming with many products (trees, fruits, vegetables, flour, etc.) to commercial mono - cultural products
sold off -site, not for family use.
c. How does the project contribute to telling the story of agriculture; does it enhance or expand new or different
stories? How does the project contribute to development of the Heritage Area region? (Maximum of 1400
characters)
This exhibit enhances and expands on the interpretation of agriculture and the Preston Family farm site in
the Mines of Spain through an indoor exhibit that is available and accessible to visitors year -round in the
E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center. The Preston Heritage Museum is open by appointment for tours April
through November. The project's unique partnership with this private museum enhances the visitor's
experience by expanding the opportunity to learn about the area's agricultural history in multiple settings
and through multiple interpretive formats. The proposed exhibit at the E. B. Lyons Center will include
visual, audio, and tactile interpretive formats suitable for all ages. This new agricultural exhibit will provide
links to existing exhibits at the center on Native Americans, lead mining, and native ecosystems of prairie,
woodland, and wetland.
The project helps in telling the story of Iowa agriculture and agribusiness and contributes to the
development of the SSNHA in the following ways: it will increase the identification and protection of the
agriculture - related resources in the SSNHA; it will expand local citizen awareness of the resources and
importance of Iowa agriculture and agribusiness in the SSNHA; and it will provide new travel experiences
through effective interpretation and promotion of Iowa agriculture and agribusiness in the SSNHA by
encouraging exploration and interpretation of the historical, cultural, and natural resources in the area.
July 1 -31, 2011
Sign SSNHA grant agreement
August 1 -31, 2011
Develop request for quotes, and send request to exhibit designers
September 1 -30, 2011
Review proposals from exhibit designers, interview if needed, and then select firm
October 1- December 31, 2011
Sign contract with selected exhibit designer; begin design process for new exhibit
January 1 -March 1, 2012
Review preliminary and final designs and content of new exhibit components
March 1 -April 30, 2012
Construct, develop, and install new exhibit components: visual, audio, and tactile
May 1 -June 15, 2012
Conduct evaluation of new exhibit with visitors and school groups
June 15 -30, 2012
Compile and submit final report to SSNHA
Visitor Experience Need
■w will the proposed project develop positive visitor experiences consistent with the SSNHA Interpretation
In? (Maximum of 1400 characters)
ie project will develop positive visitor experiences consistent with the SSNHA Interpretation Plan as follows.
le project will create a new exhibit to provide information about the park's extensive agricultural history. It
ill provide positive experiences to local residents, in -state and out of state travelers, and international
sitors. The partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum will help visitors to understand the heritage and
story of farming and related cultures of the area. The information will address tourists' questions, and
- ovide new information to visitors.
he Mines of Spain has many repeat visitors and a variety of visitor types that utilize the park for education,
creation, and tourism. All users will benefit from this project, which will accommodate families, motor
)ach tours, school field trips, residents, heritage travelers, and recreation seekers. These visitors come out to
e park at varying hours of the day. The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center is the visitor information center and
irk office for the Mines of Spain. Displays and exhibits at the Center provide information about the history
id features of the park. Since the Center is open year- round, it offers exhibits inside when the park's outdoor
:hibits are inaccessible due to weather or the Preston Heritage Museum is not open.
Cimeline
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6. Evaluation
a. How will you evaluate the project goals after completion? (Maximum of 900 characters)
An evaluation form will be created for visitors to rate the project and the information provided on it. It has
already been determined through visitor contact that the new exhibit is needed and that further
information on the history of agriculture in the Mines of Spain in general, and the Preston Family Farm Site
in particular, is needed. Our plans are to place the exhibit in a location for visitors to see and be able to
relate objects to the information. They will also be able to relate the agricultural history with other exhibits
on archeology, lead mining, Native Americans, farming, and the natural environment.
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b. What are anticipated outcomes to individuals, customers, participants as a result of this project? (Maximum
900 characters)
No area museums tells the story of agriculture in the Mines of Spain. This new exhibit will help people
understand the unique agricultural history of this area and its relationship to the natural and cultural
history of the park. Its unique interactive storylines about the Preston Family Farm will be accessible to
visitors of all ages. The History of Agriculture exhibit will increase the number and kind of programs
provided to the public, schools, and youth organizations about the agricultural and cultural history of the
Dubuque area. This will increase the number of schools utilizing the park for field trips since we will be
able to provide new and higher levels of interpretation and education for them. More and different
programs will increase visitation. More visitors will learn about the park's cultural histories through this
exhibit, and tours of the Preston Heritage Museum.
What are the anticipated impacts to your organization or community because of this project? (Maximum of
characters)
We will draw on the increasing interest in heritage tourism to attract more visitors to the community and
to the park. The outcome will be to provide a place where visitors and residents can reconnect with the
"History of Agriculture" through interactive learning showcasing local farming artifacts and educational
materials. The new History of Agriculture exhibit, in partnership with the Preston Heritage Museum, will
draw visitors to the Interpretive Center and help promote the Mines of Spain and the SSNHA. The History
of Agriculture exhibit will benefit and strengthen both the Friends of the Mines of Spain and the Preston
Heritage Museum. The impact to the community will be that visitors will stay in the area longer and later
in the day. This will cause the visitor to interact with the area longer, causing the need for further
purchases in town and exploring more visitor attractions.
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;ource of Cash and /or In -kind Match. (Maximum of 600 characters)
e $5,000.00 cash match will be provided by Walter and Gerda Preston Hartman. The Hartmans own and
aerate the Preston Heritage Museum located on Old Massey Road near the Mines of Spain.
Support for Project
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Gerda Preston Hartman and Wally Hartman, Preston Heritage Museum
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Center for Dubuque History
Application Packet Checklist
One original plus 9 copies of the following:
Print Form
Signed Application Form
Letter documenting Applicant's match funding
Budget form /explanation
Support for the project
Attach, where available & when applicable, plan documents, conceptual drawings, exhibit and
interpretive design plans, and /or sign design.
Douglas G. Olk
President, Friends of the Mines of Spain
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Organization & Title Date
April 26, 2011
Revised 1/1/11
April 26, 2011
To: Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area
From: Walter and Gerda Hartmann
3437 Olde Massey Road
Dubuque, Iowa 52003
Re: Verification of Cash Match Certificate
Dear Silos and Smokestacks Staff:
Walter and Gerda Hartmann will be assisting in providing the funding for the farming exhibit at the E. B.
Lyons Interpretive Center at the Mines of Spain Recreation Area The funds will be provided as a donation
to the Friends of the Mines of Spain and will be used to help in designing and purchasing the exhibit on the
Preston Family Farm and other farm sites which were once operated on the Mines of Spain property. The
gash match will be no less than $5000.00.
The exhibit will highlight the Preston Family of which Gerda is a member of. The family still owns a
portion of the original farm directly across from the Mines of Spain. We also live across from the Mines of
Spain.
[f you have any questions in regards to the cash match for the Silos and Smokestacks Grant please contact
:ne at 563 -582 -0649.
Sincerely,
Walter and Gerda artmann
History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain: Budget Explanation
Design /Build Services of Exhibit Designers consist of:
a. Conceptual Design of Exhibits (two client reviews of each, 50% and 100 %):
• Identification of content, storyline, interpretive and educational themes /subthemes
and main messages,
• Preliminary exhibit plan,
• Preliminary exhibit look and feel,
• Experience vignettes,
• Architectural coordination,
• Budget review,
• Preliminary audio media and data plan (equivalent to 2 -3 recordings, of 2 -3 minutes
each, to be integrated into the exhibit "stop & listen" scheme),
• Preliminary electrical plan.
b. Design Development of Exhibits (two client reviews of each):
• Final Exhibit Plan with a coordinated, developed, and approved final exhibit list that
meets the schedule and budget,
• Expanded and detailed development of exhibit interpretive themes and subthemes,
• Composition of pre -copy,
• Elevations of each exhibit,
• Graphic design approach,
• Object/artifact identification for each exhibit, prepared with client support and
recommendations,
• Preliminary image identification, prepared with client support and recommendations,
• Audio draft script (2 -3 recordings of 2 -3 minutes each, or equivalent),
• Budget review,
• Draft materials selection,
• Audio and data plan,
• Electrical plan,
• Coordination with Builder,
• Audio hardware list.
c. Final Design and Production of Exhibits:
• Production of final copy with two client edits and reviews,
• Production of final graphics (with final copy and images incorporated) with two client
edits and reviews,
• Coordination and Administration of Shop Drawings,
• Coordination of Client Administrated Electrical and Data,
• Final materials selection,
• Final multi- media /audio scripts (with one client review),
• Final audio production with two client reviews,
• Final audio hardware selection and purchase,
• Fabrication and installation of all exhibits and audio hardware,
• Final Budget Review.
* One punch -list visit by Design Builder subsequent to installation.
** Design Builder provides a one -year warranty for the physical functionality of the exhibit components.
Planning Services Department
City Hall
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001 -4864
(563) 589 -4210 phone
(563) 589 -4221 fax
(563) 690 -6678 TDD
planning@cityofdubuque.org
Wayne Buchholtz
Park Ranger
Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
8991 Bellevue Heights
Dubuque, IA 52003 -9214
Dear Wayne:
Sincerely,
`Slwa
Laura Carstens
Planning Services Manager
Service
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Integrity
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
SUBJECT: Support for Silos and Smokestacks Grant Application
On behalf of the City of Dubuque, I am pleased to provide this letter of support for the
grant application to the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area for the
installation of the new History of Agriculture at the Mines of Spain Exhibit in the E.B.
Lyons Interpretive Center at the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area. The information
about the fourteen historic farm sites at the Mines of Spain will be a great source of
information for citizens of the Dubuque area and the Silos and Smokestacks region.
The City of Dubuque owns the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center, and has provided
financial support from the City's General Fund for the expansion of the Center, as well
as creation of new exhibits and educational programming. These new exhibits and the
educational programs that can be conducted in the expanded Interpretive Center are
important to the sustainability of Dubuque and the region.
The Mines. of Spain State Recreation Area is an important cultural, historical, and
natural resource for the Dubuque community. Expanding exhibits in the park and at the
Center helps to meet the recreational and educational needs of the community, as well
as tell the story of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area.
cc: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
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April 25, 2011
To: Candy Streed
Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area
P.O. Box 2845
604 Lafayette Street, Suite 202
Waterloo, Iowa 50704 -2845
From: Wayne Buchholtz
Mines of Spain Recreation Area
8991 Bellevue Hts.
Dubuque, Iowa 52003 -9214
Re: SSNHA Grant Application
Candy:
Sincerely,
Wayne Buchholtz
Park Ranger
www.iowadnr.gov
STATE OF IOWA
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
ROGER L. LANDE, DIRECTOR
The Friends of the Mines of Spain is submitting a grant to the Silos and Smokestacks
National Heritage Area. The grant is for funding to create an exhibit about farming at
the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. This exhibit will focus on the Preston Family Farm
which is the second oldest farm in Iowa and twelve other farmsites that were once in
operation on which is now park land. In the past we have focused on the Junkermann
Farmsite. This exhibit will further demonstrate the importance of the land and how it
was used in agriculture.
The Mines of Spain Recreation Area and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
supports this program fully.
If you have any questions or comments please let me know by calling the park office at
563- 556 -0620 or my cell phone at 563- 599 -8475. You may also reach me by email at
wavne.buchholtz(c�dnr.iowa.gov.
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ENTER FOR DUBUQUE El ISIORY
April 25,2011
Ms.Candy Streed
Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area •
P.O. Box 2845
604 Lafayette Street„ Suite 202
Waterloo, Iowa 50704-2845
Dear Ms. Streed:
I um writing to support the grant application from the Friends of the Mines of Spain, regarding
funding to create an exhibit about farming at the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. This exhibit
will focus on the Preston Family Farm which is the second oldest farm in Iowa and thirteen other
farm sites that were once in operation on which is now park land.
Agricultural history has long been neglected in Iowa, and while one does not first think of
farming when mention is made of the Mines of Spain Recreational Area, this area was indeed a
very early part of agriculture in Iowa. Twelve farm sites have been identified in the Mines of
Spain park, the most recognized being the Otto Junkman= farm. The Silos and Smokestacks
National Heritage Area has provided :funds in the past to help interpret this site. But the
Junkermaun farm was owned and operated by a druggist who lived in Dubuque and was really
more of a "summer or "gentleman" farm site. One of the other farm sites, the Preston Family
Farm, is currently listed on the Century Famis sites and is the second oldest farm in the state of
Iowa. Gerda Preston Hartman and her husband Wally Hartman have developed a small museum
near their present home to help interpret this site. But the museum is only open in the summer
months and by appointment.
The Friends of the Mines of Spain want to create an indoor exhibit in the E.B. Lyons Nature
Preserve Interpretive Center to Anther interpret the earliest agricultural activity in Iowa on both
the Junkermann and Preston farms as well as the other fa nn site located within the MOS
Recreational Area.. It is lm for visitors to the Park to know that farming did take place
there and did have a profound impact on the land and its usage.
I support the grant application and encourage, you to provide funding fur it. If you have
questions please contact Me via phone (563) 588-71.63 or c-nutil: 9lichhei.Ohcorritlros.L.Au
Sincerely,
Michael D. Gibson
Director
ACAtienlic Resource Cent/a I 450 Alta ViSca B Duhuquc lowi 52001-41
Phone (563) 5B-7163 • ED. (%3) 588-710
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April 25, 2011
To: Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area
From: Friends of the Mines of Spain
Re: Use of non - federal matching funds
All funds for the Silos and Smokestacks Grant Project come from the Friends of the Mines of
Spain and other private donors. There are no sources of Federal Funds being used to match this
project.
If you have any questions in regards to funding in respect to the grant, you may contact me at
563 -557 -8188 or Wayne Buchholtz/Park Ranger at the Mines of Spain office at 563 -556 -0620.
Sincerely,
JO4D
Douglas Olk
President /Friends of the Mines of Spain
FRIENDS of the MINES of SPAIN
8991 Bellevue Ht
Dubuque, IA 52003 -921
(563) 556 -062
www minesofspain.or:
April 25, 2011
To: Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area
From: Friends of the Mines of Spain
Re: Certificate of Liability Insurance
The Mines of Spain Recreation Area is managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. It is
therefore as state owned and managed area. The State of Iowa does not hold liability insurance with an
insurance company. They use state funding to handle insurance transactions. A common wording for this
practice is `Self Insured'. All liability transactions on the Mines of Spain Recreation Area would be
handled by the State of Iowa.
Any items, products or materials that the Friends of the Miens of Spain received are given to and become
State of Iowa property and are managed and maintained by the State of Iowa. The project requested in the
Silos and Smokestacks Grant Application would become property of the State of Iowa once it is completed.
[f you have any questions in regards to liability insurance in respect to the grant, you may contact me at
563 -557 -8188 or Wayne Buchholtz /Park Ranger at the Mines of Spain office at 563 -556 -0620.
Sincerely,
10 4D
Douglas Olk
President/Friends of the Mines of Spain
FRIENDS of the MINES of SPAIN
8991 Bellevue Hts.
Dubuque, IA 52003 -9214
(563) 556 -0620
www.minesofspain.org
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April 25, 2011
To: Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area
From: Friends of the Mines of Spain
Re: National Register
FRIENDS of the MINES of SPAIN
8991 Bellevue Hts.
Dubuque, IA 52003 -9214
(563) 556 -0620
www.minesofspain.org
he Mines of Spain Recreation Area is designated as the Julien Dubuque's Mines National Historic
Landmark under the National Park Service. The National Register Number: 88002662. The Property
type is Industry /Processing /Extract. - extractive facility...
Statement of Significance (as of designation - November 4, 1993):
This is a major concentration of historic archeological sites related to the mining of lead from 1788 to
1855. About 1690, Native Americans brought the lead deposits here to the attention of French
explorer Nicholas Perrot, who established a trading post at the site. The site was abandoned, however,
by 1710, until about 1788, when French trader Julien Dubuque (1762 -1810) negotiated an agreement
with the Mesquakie Indians for the sole permission to work the mines _ Dubuque reestablished a
trading post at the site, and engaged Indians and French engages (laborers) to extract the lead, which
he annually transported to St. Louis and exchanged for trade goods.
The park is also listed as registered sites as Dubuque Trading Post -- Village of Kettle Chief
Archeological District, Dubuque Julien, Monument, Mines of Spain Area Rural Community
Archeological District, Mines of Spain Lead Mining Community Archeological District, and Mines of
Spain Prehistoric District
If you have any questions in regards to funding in respect to the grant, you may contact me at
563 -557 -8188 or Wayne Buchholtz /Park Ranger at the Mines of Spain office at 563 -556 -0620.
Sincerely,
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Douglas Olk
President /Friends of the Mines of Spain