WATERBURY NEIGHBORHOOD  
Des Moines, Iowa – Description and History

by Glen Dickinson

Discover the rich history of Des Moines’ esteemed Waterbury neighborhood in this engaging book that traces its transformation from timberland and farms to one of the city’s most desirable residential areas. Learn how streetcars, early attractions like Greenwood Park and the Des Moines Golf and Country Club, and the rise of the automobile shaped its development. Featuring stories of prominent pioneer landowners, the evolution of schools and churches, and beloved local businesses like Greenwood Market and Pete’s DX, this book is a compelling look at Waterbury’s unique heritage and enduring charm.

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