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Lowden State Park

State Park - Illinois, United States

Originally 273 acres, reduced to 207 acres in 1951 when 66 acres were transferred to Northern Illinois University. Named for Governor Frank Orren Lowden. Features The Eternal Indian statue by Lorado Taft.

Location:
42.0349977, -89.3250609
Area:
0.838 km²
Established:
1945

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