5/17/2026 | Iowa Files: Villisca Axe Murders Mystery – West Des Moines Public Library
Iowa Files: Villisca Axe Murders Mystery
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
4000 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
History meets forensic mystery in this session of “The Iowa Files.” The lecture explores the 1912 Villisca axe murders, a case that remains the most famous unsolved crime in Iowa history. It is a rigorous study in historical investigation, examining the evidence, suspects, and sociological impact of the event on the small community. For the student of history, the presentation provides a fascinating look at early 20th-century criminology and the enduring power of a narrative that has captivated the state for over a century.
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