Discover Bancroft... "The Garden Spot of Iowa"

History of Bancroft

Established in 1881; A.A. Call prevailed upon the railroad to name the town Bancroft, after historian and diplomat, George Bancroft.  Bancroft prides itself on not only having strong business retail and service medical facilities and manufacturing and agricultural industries.  Bancroft is proud of its educational programs, safe environment, and varied recreational activities for all ages.  Bancroft has a small-town atmosphere with large town facilities. 

 

Recreation 

Bancroft also has other recreational facilities: Senior Citizen Center, 10 lane bowling alley, lighted tennis courts, parks, city recreation programs, lighted softball diamond, sand volleyball court, and outdoor basketball court.

            

Community

 

Municipal