Hidden History Unlocked Presents Independence

Hidden History Unlocked Presents Independence. Originally opening as "The Iowa Hospital for the Insane" in 1873, the main building was designed in the famous Kirkbride style and is one of the very few remaining examples still in operation today as initially intended. This documentary will explore not only the history but also the hospital itself, providing a rare look inside this historic institution and how the architecture and landscaping played an important role in helping to cure mental illness.