In the early steamboat days, Harpers Ferry, with one of the finest townsites along the river, promised to become an important place.  The town was platted in 1852 and was incorporated in 1901.  David Harper was the leading spirit in the early development of the town.

Birdseye view of Harpers Ferry, ca 1920 (postcard)
- contributed by S. Ferrall



Section of Harpers Ferry - postcard post-marked 1913
Depot (left foreground), school (center), St. Ann's and St. Joseph's Catholic Church (upper center).
- contributed by Brian Theiler

Harpers Ferry train depot - postcard post-marked August 6, 1913
- contributed by Brian Theiler

View of Harpers Ferry, undated
- source: 1996 Waukon State Bank Calendar - contributed by Errin Wilker

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