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The first historic Iowa meteorite fell south of Marion in Linn County just before 3:00 p.m. on February 25, 1847, the day that legislation establishing the University of Iowa was signed into law in Iowa City, which was then the State Capitol. Residents of Iowa City were alarmed by the series of loud explosions to the north. The largest fragment is on display in the Old Capitol Building.
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Title: Meteorites in Iowa
Authors: Wylie, C. C.

The first recorded fall occurred on February 25, 1847 when a meteor dropped stones about nine miles South of Marion.

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The Marion (L6) meteorite fell in Iowa, USA, on the 25th February, 1847.
A total mass of 28.4 kg was recovered.

41° 54'N, 91° 36'W



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