The following is a list of events of the year 1854 in Iowa.

Incumbents

State government

Governor: Stephen P. Hempstead (D) (January 1 - December 9) James W. Grimes (W) (December 9–31)

Events

August 7 - James W. Grimes wins the gubernatorial election, beating Curtis Bates. October 25–27 - The first Iowa State Fair was held in Fairfield.

See also

1854 in the United States

References