Iowa County Courthouse Revitalization Project

03/26/2026

A huge shout out to Jewell Associates Engineers for providing us with a video rendering their design. It truly brings our vision to life. Imagine your name proudly displayed as one of our valued donors. Contact us for more information on how you can be part of this project! https://www.iowacountywi.gov/departments/FacilitiesandGrounds

03/26/2026

✨🎉 Exciting News! 🎉✨
We are still accepting auction item donations!
Our first auction goes live in about two weeks, and we can’t wait to share all the amazing items with you!
Keep those donations coming — we’ll be hosting more auctions in the future, so every item helps and is truly appreciated. 💙
Thank you all for the support! 🙌😊

10/13/2025

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08/13/2025

08/13/2025

🌿 Let’s Build a Legacy Together!
Honoring 200 Years of History, Service, and Community
For nearly two centuries, the Iowa County Courthouse has stood as a proud symbol of our shared story. As we approach our 200th anniversary in 2029, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate this milestone in a meaningful way.
We’re launching the Veterans Memorial & Courthouse Landscaping Project, a transformative initiative to honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire our future.
✨ A Place of Remembrance – Honoring Iowa County’s veterans
📚 A Place of Learning – Sharing our rich local history
🤝 A Place of Unity – Bringing our community together
This is more than beautification, it’s a living tribute to those who’ve shaped our county.
💥 Get Involved Today!
You can support this historic project in several ways:
🔹 Buy a Tribute Brick – Leave a lasting mark:
Scan QR below or click here: https://donationbricks.com/vfwpost7345
🔹 Make a Monetary Donation via PayPal:
Scan QR below or click here: https://www.paypal.com/qrcodes/managed/cdfe9b45-d9e5-47fc-88c9-52aab8b97a4c?utm_source=hawk_quick_link
✉️ Prefer to donate by check?
Please make checks payable to: VFW Post 7345
Let’s come together to create something timeless.
Let’s honor our veterans.
Let’s celebrate 200 years of Iowa County pride.
💚 Join us in building a space where history, service, and community bloom for generations to come.

07/11/2025

✨ Big news, Iowa County! ✨ Our beloved Courthouse has stood tall since 1859—and now it’s getting a beautiful landscape upgrade! First step: a revitalized Veterans Memorial to honor those who’ve served. 🇺🇸

💎 Want to be part of it? You can now purchase a memorial gift brick in the Veterans Plaza to commemorate your loved ones, your family, or even yourself. Leave a lasting mark in our history!

🧱 Order now: https://donationbricks.com/vfwpost7345

🏛️ We’re also looking for generous corporate sponsors and donors to help make this vision a reality. ✅ Donate to VFW Post 7354 by mail: 525 Blacks Grove Rd, Dodgeville, WI 53533 💸 Or via PayPal to the Wisconsin VFW Foundation, Inc—with a note for Dodgeville Veterans Plaza

Let’s blend our rich history with the spirit of our incredible community. More updates coming soon—stay tuned!

06/05/2025

Giftbricks.com is helping us with our brick paver fundraiser. We’re currently in the process of setting up the website, and once it’s ready, we’ll share the details..

06/05/2025

06/05/2025

In preparation for our county’s 200th anniversary in 2029, Iowa County, the Dodgeville VFW, and the Legion are collaborating to enhance the area surrounding the Iowa County Courthouse. The planned improvements will highlight the four key elements of this region of the state: Mining, Agriculture, History, and Scenic Beauty.

Mining and Agriculture will be showcased at the back of the courthouse, while Scenic Beauty and History will be highlighted in the front. This landscaping effort is a major undertaking, with the veteran's memorial serving as a significant tribute to our county’s veterans and rich history.

Public Assistance Needed

To make this project a success, we are seeking community support.

Agricultural and Mining Equipment Needed

We are looking for donations (or temporary display agreements) of old agricultural equipment to display as part of the project. Examples include rusty plows, historic tractors, farm vehicles, and other vintage machinery. These items do not necessarily need to be very old, but in honor of the 200th anniversary, we would love to showcase historical pieces that represent our region’s past. If possible, the county would also like to include a sign describing the history of each donated item.

Additionally, we are searching for mining equipment to include in the display. If you have an item sitting in storage or in the back forty, and you wouldn’t mind lending it to us for this project, we would love to hear from you.

Fundraising Campaign

To help fund this project, the county along with the Dodgeville VFW and Legion, are launching a fundraising campaign, with a major focus on the veteran's memorial upgrade—a centerpiece of this initiative.

One of the primary fundraising efforts is our Donation Brick Program.

Donation Brick Program

A Donation Brick is a lasting tribute to honor veterans at the Iowa County Veterans Memorial. Each brick is engraved with a personal message, name, or dedication and placed in the Plaza area to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have served. Proceeds from the brick sales help cover construction costs, ensuring the memorial is built, maintained, and preserved for future generations.

VFW Post 7345 and the Dodgeville Legion are actively assisting with fundraising efforts for these donation bricks.

If your organization is interested in supporting this project through fundraising, please reach out for further details.