Old Post Office (Iowa City, Iowa)

The Old Post Office in downtown Iowa City is a stunning Beaux Arts-style building constructed in 1904 from Indiana Limestone. After serving as the city's central post office until 1975, it was transformed into a senior center following extensive renovations completed in 1981. This historic site, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, now plays a vital role in the community, welcoming nearly 90,000 visitors annually, many of whom are lower-income residents. In 2021, it was recognized as a contributing property in the Iowa City Downtown Historic District, making it a significant landmark for both tourists and researchers interested in local history and architecture.