Historic downtown storefronts along a flag-lined sidewalk in West Branch, Iowa.

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Our Vision: West Branch will thrive with an eclectic mix of old and new as a desirable visitor’s destination and a place of hometown pride that shows in the vibrant downtown & unique offerings.

Our Mission: To improve the social and economic well being of our community & the historic downtown by:

- Preserving and sharing our history and unique identity.

- Attracting and supporting small businesses.

- Engaging and connecting the community.

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Store display of vintage home decor, gifts and plants at 223 Vintage Co in West Branch, Iowa.

Herbert Hoover's birthplace cottage located in West Branch, Iowa.

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West Branch, IA.

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West Branch, IA.

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HERBERT HOOVER'S HOMETOWN

Herbert Clark Hoover, the 31st President of the United States of America (March 4, 1929 – March 4, 1933), was born in West Branch on August 10, 1874 to Quaker blacksmith Jesse Clark Hoover and his wife, Hulde Minthorn Hoover.

Hoover’s birthplace cottage, burial plot, and Presidential Library-Museum provide a unique and interesting opportunity to explore history in West Branch, Iowa.