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Verified July 2026
Villisca Axe Murder House
Villisca, IA · Southwest Iowa
The preserved home where eight people were murdered in 1912, a crime that remains officially unsolved.
Field note
The victims were real people. Use the historical tour to understand the case without turning the house into a prop.
Access warning
Private attraction in a residential town. Follow tour and parking rules.
Evidence line
This listing is marked documented. Practical details were last checked in July 2026. Conditions change, so use the primary source before leaving home.
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