Perry Historical Society Hosts Fire History Program

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The Perry Iowa Historical Society will host a program on Sunday called 'Tragedy to Triumph, Perry's Fiery Past' that will recount several major fires in the community's history. The event will feature a presentation by author Brian Eiteman, who will share historic photos and an edited version of his 'Fire Walk' around Perry. The society's regular monthly meeting will follow the program.

Why it matters

The program aims to promote interest in the history of Dallas County and the city of Perry, as the community prepares to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary. By highlighting the city's fiery past, the event provides valuable historical context and insight into how Perry has evolved over time.

The details

The fire history program will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Perry Elks Lodge. Eiteman, the author of 'Perry Fire Department 1878-2018, 140 years,' will present several major fires that have changed the landscape of Perry. The event will feature historic photos from the book, as well as an edited version of Eiteman's 'Fire Walk' tour around the city.

• The program will be held on Sunday, April 13, 2026 at 2 p.m.
• The Perry Iowa Historical Society's regular monthly meeting will follow the program at 3 p.m.

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What’s next

The Perry Iowa Historical Society will host additional programs about the history of Perry and its citizens to coincide with the country's 250th anniversary celebrations.