The area was largely settled in 1853 and many mid-19th century revival buildings survive.

The district includes the Todd House and the Public Square (Tabor City Park).

This area was the home to several notable abolitionists, including Rev.

John Brown visited the area during his raids in the 1850s and camped in the square.

This article about a property in Fremont County, Iowa on the National Register of Historic Places is a stub.