Lost
Lost drapes in Dubuque, IA near Riverfront Park
near the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Lost
listing
Posted
13 days
ago
Description
I was rearranging the living room blinds in my apartment on 4th Street around 8:15 PM on Tuesday when the drapes slipped from the rod and disappeared. The window faces Riverfront Park, and the last light reflected off the dusty blue fabric as dusk settled over Dubuque. The drapes are heavy, with a subtle cream pattern, not easy to replace. I checked the living room again, the closet, and even the stairwell, calling out to my cat—nothing. I’m hopeful that someone found them and kept them safe, because they help keep the room warm and private at night.
Approximate last-seen location
near the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
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