We are glad you’ve decided to inquire about Dubuque, The Key City.
This moniker comes from Dubuque’s historical background as the
first city founded in Iowa — way back in 1788 by French fur trader
Julien Dubuque. As the gateway city into Iowa, it was the “key”
to entry into other parts of the Midwest.
Just like our ancestors who moved here to live, work and play, so too
do we invite you to explore the great things that Dubuque has to offer.
This is truly an exciting time to be in Dubuque; many positive developments
are taking place, garnering us regional, statewide and national attention.
Hopefully, you will like what you see on the following pages and during
visits you make here.
This community guide is designed to give you a flavor of this great
community on the Mississippi River, its natural beauty, its friendly
neighborhoods, its business and educational opportunities, and much,
much more.
Through the “Live. Work. Play.” format of this directory,
we plan to show you the many facets of our great community so that you
can make decisions about your future. Whether you come to
Dubuque for a one-time visit, as a decision-making trip for both your
professional and personal life, or because you’ve made the choice
to become a “Dubuquer,” this book will give you quick access
to all the things you need to know about living, working and playing
in The Key City.
Thinking about a possible move to the Dubuque area? Take a look and
you will soon find that Dubuque is the ideal place to LIVE, WORK and
PLAY.
Dubuque has 17 public schools in the area to ensure that local students
get a top-notch education right next to home.
Thanks to organizations like the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, economic
growth has risen over the last few years.
Because they’re your neighbors, you’ll find that the businesses
in the area offer warm, friendly cust-omer service with a smile.
