Welcome to the North Liberty Digital History Collection, an open-access collection that captures the stories, images, and records of our community.   This project is designed to preserve the unique history of North Liberty, Iowa, and make it freely available for future generations.  Every member of our community is a part of the tapestry that makes up the full community.  Whether you want to find information about the past or would help us record the present for future generations, we’re happy you’re here and hope you find the collection useful.

Explore the digital archive:
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What’s in the Collection?

The archive features a growing number of items contributed by the North Bend Historical Society, the City of North Liberty, and community members. You’ll find:

• Documents and government records
• Photographs and postcards
• Local newsletters and flyers
• Personal letters and diaries
• Community maps, programs, and event memorabilia

1994 North Liberty Aerial Photo

We’re Looking for Your Stories, Too

We’re just getting started — and your help is key. We’re inviting individuals, families, and organizations to contribute anything related to North Liberty and our community. Whether it’s one photo or a full collection, we’d love to include it.

We’re looking for:

• Photographs (buildings, families, events, etc.)
• Scrapbooks, yearbooks, or programs
• Home videos or film reels
• Letters, journals, or personal histories
• Maps, blueprints, or architectural plans

• Books or publications by or about North Liberty residents

Community contributions help bring North Liberty’s story to life.

How to Contribute

Do you have something to share? We’d   Originals can be returned if desired.

Ways to get in touch:

• Email: nshimmin@northlibertyiowa.org
• Call: 319-626-5701
• Submit Items Online: Online Deed of Gift and Upload

We’re happy to assist with scanning and can walk you through how your materials will be added to the collection.

Why This Matters

North Liberty has grown and changed dramatically over the last few years.  Every member of our community forms the tapestry that is North Liberty. This project helps:

• Preserve community stories before they’re lost

• Make local history accessible for students, families, and researchers

• Strengthen civic identity by honoring where we’ve been

Every document, photo, and memory helps us understand our shared journey and enriches the story we pass on to future generations.

Today’s community, shaped by yesterday’s stories.

Explore the Archive

Ready to dive in?

Browse historic items, discover new details about North Liberty’s past, and help us grow this digital time capsule.

Explore the archive now:
https://archive.org/details/northlibertydigitalhistory

Let’s preserve our history — together.