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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Wabash, Indiana

 
Clickable Map of Wabash County, Indiana and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Wabash County, IN (51) Fulton County, IN (19) Grant County, IN (125) Huntington County, IN (57) Kosciusko County, IN (39) Miami County, IN (20) Whitley County, IN (60)  WabashCounty(51) Wabash County (51)  FultonCounty(19) Fulton County (19)  GrantCounty(125) Grant County (125)  HuntingtonCounty(57) Huntington County (57)  KosciuskoCounty(39) Kosciusko County (39)  MiamiCounty(20) Miami County (20)  WhitleyCounty(60) Whitley County (60)
Wabash is the county seat for Wabash County
Wabash is in Wabash County
      Wabash County (51)  
ADJACENT TO WABASH COUNTY
      Fulton County (19)  
      Grant County (125)  
      Huntington County (57)  
      Kosciusko County (39)  
      Miami County (20)  
      Whitley County (60)  
 
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1 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Brush Carbon Arc Light
Hanging from this pole is a 2/3 size replica of the actual Brush Carbon Arc light. Four of these were attached to the top of the Wabash County Courthouse in 1880, thus making Wabash the first electrically lighted city in the world.Map (db m76494) HM
2 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — 85.1962.1 — Camp Wabash1862 - 65
Site of 11th Congressional District military camp used to rendezvous, recruit and organize the 75th, 89th, 101st, 118th and 153rd Indiana Regiments during the Civil War.Map (db m1456) HM
3 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis Railway
Existing Structures 1. Cabins 2. Cook'S Cabin 3. Council House 4. Quarters Gov. Ray Indiana 5. Quarters Gov. Cass Michigan 6. Quarters Major General Tipton 7. Headquarters Capt. Knitner 8. Storage Cabin 9. Pavilion . . . Map (db m215051) HM
4 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Cook's CabinParadise Spring Riverwalk
Meals for the treaty participants were prepared in the cook’s cabin. While the exact number of participants is not known, it is documented that the Potawatomie and Miami tribes camped on both sides of the Wabash River, numbered in the several . . . Map (db m76569) HM
5 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Council House
The Council House was used by the commissioners during negotiations and preparation of the Treaty of 1826. Following the completion of the treaty signing, it continued to play an important role in the development of the area. In the spring of . . . Map (db m76574) HM
6 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Dr. James H. Ford / New Flour Exchange
Dr. James H. Ford Dr. James H. Ford erected 73 W. Canal in 1887. The first floor was his office and the second was a "carriage repository" for F.M. Beck's harness and buggy stock. Dr. Ford held a medical record in Indiana by assisting the . . . Map (db m215049) HM
7 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — 85.1966.1 — First Electrically Lighted City
On March 31, 1880, officials of Wabash began experimenting with Charles F. Brush’s carbon-arc lights. Four 3,000 candlepower lamps were placed atop the courthouse and used to illuminate the town until September, 1888.Map (db m1457) HM
8 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Hanna Park
Formerly Hanna Cemetery Named for Col. Hugh Hanna 1799 - 1869 A founding father of Wabash Donor of land for schools, churches and government. A founder and first Worship Master of Hanna Masonic Lodge No. 61, 1847 This monument erected in . . . Map (db m232365) HM
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9 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — James H. Emmett
Co. H 8th Ind. Vol. killed in Battle at Rich Mountain Vir. July 11, 1861. First Soldier from Wabash Co. to sacrifice his life for our country.Map (db m215058) HM WM
10 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Jimmy Daywalt
Few race car drivers represented their sport like Wabash, Indiana's Jimmy Daywalt, born here on August 28th, 1924. Handsome, articulate, and talented, he raced his way from the rough, dangerous dirt tracks and bullrings to the top echelon of auto . . . Map (db m168223) HM
11 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Kin-Com-A-Ong Spring
The treaty between the United States and the Miami Tribe of Indians was held near this spring October 23, 1826 U.S. Commissioners Louis Cass, James B. Ray and John Tipton. Erected Indiana Centennial Year 1916Map (db m76495) HM
12 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Kin-Com-A-Ong Spring(Paradise Spring)
Site chosen for 1826 Treaty of the Mississinewa due to the plentiful spring that once sprang forth from adjacent hill creating this wilderness valley Paradise. In the early 1820's, the northern half of Indiana was predominantly occupied by . . . Map (db m215054) HM
13 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Memorial Tree
Planted in honor of the Grand Army of the RepublicMap (db m215059) WM
14 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Paradise Spring Historical ParkParadise Spring Riverwalk
Paradise Spring Historical Park is rich with history. In 1826, United States representatives met on this site with the chiefs of the Miami and the Potowatami tribes. A treaty was signed allowing for white settlement of land in northern Indiana and . . . Map (db m76548) HM
15 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — 85.1992.1 — Paradise Spring Treaty Ground
At treaty ground (two blocks east) in October, 1826, Potawatomi and Miami tribes signed treaties with the United States ceding lands north of the Wabash River. The treaties included provisions for land for a canal and the Michigan Road.Map (db m1458) HM
16 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Quarters of Captain Frederick R. KintnerHead of Military Guard
During treaty negotiations, military guards stood around-the-clock watch. Captain Kintner was the officer in charge of these men. Guards were provided shelter when in camp, sufficient ration of beef and bread or flour with salt, and one gill . . . Map (db m76576) HM
17 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Quarters of James B. RayGovernor of Indiana (1825-1831)
Born in Jefferson County, Kentucky, Governor Ray studied law at the University of Cincinnati and established a practice in Brookville, Indiana. Prior to being elected governor, he served one term as a state representative and two terms as a state . . . Map (db m76580) HM
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18 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Quarters of Lewis CassGovernor of Michigan
Born in New Hampshire and a veteran of the War of 1812, Governor Cass was a skilled maker of treaties. In 1831 President Andrew Jackson appointed Governor Cass Secretary of War. He later served as Minister to France. In the mid 1840's, . . . Map (db m76578) HM
19 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Quarters of Major General John TiptonIndian Agent
A veteran of the Battle of Tippecanoe, General Tipton was apointed to the Indian Agency located in Ft. Wayne Indiana, by President Monroe. John Quincy Adams appointed Major General Tipton Indian Commissionder to oversee treaties with the Indians . . . Map (db m76577) HM
20 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Settler's Cabin
The first settlements in Wabash County soon followed the Treaty of 1826. The treaty grounds became known as the headquarters for new comers. The Samueal McClure, Sr. family moved to the treaty grounds in January, 1827. They later built a log . . . Map (db m76566) HM
21 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Storage Cabin
The original treaty camp had four storage cabins. In addition to storing goods and supplies for the camp, they also stored items for Indian trade. Traders were instructed to arrive with an attractive selection of items to be used in the treaty . . . Map (db m76575) HM
22 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — The Big Four RailroadParadise Spring Riverwalk
In 1872, the Cincinnati, Wabash, and Michigan Railroad was built through Wabash County. It later became the Cleveland, Chicago, Cincinnati, and St. Louis Railroad, also known as the Big Four. The Big Four maintenance shops were constructed on this . . . Map (db m76567) HM
23 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — The Story of the Bell
With the possible exception of a few pioneer tombstones, this bell, forged in Cincinnati ca. 1845, is probably the oldest manufactured artifact in Wabash. For years it played significant public roles in the town, calling folks to worship and . . . Map (db m215063) HM
24 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — The Wabash RiverParadise Spring Riverwalk
The Wabash River begins as a small stream near Fort Recovery, Ohio and passes through 16 Indiana counties on its 500 mile journey to its confluence with the Ohio River. The river was named Wah-Bah-Shi -Ka, meaning “water over the white . . . Map (db m76549) HM
25 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — The Wabash River and the Big Four CutParadise Spring Riverwalk
In 1896, with the aid of dynamite, mules, and strong backs, railroad workers began cutting through the ancient Wabash Reef thus creating the “Big Four Cut.” The Wabash Reef, located northeast of the park and visible from where you are . . . Map (db m76547) HM
26 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Thomas F. Payne / Modoc
(Side One) Thomas F. Payne The New Bradley Building Thomas Payne constructed this historic building in 1868 for a woodworking and furniture shop that was without equal within 100 miles. In 1920, the Bradley family, with architect . . . Map (db m76493) HM
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27 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Treaty of 1826 Meeting CampParadise Spring Riverwalk Reported permanently removed
In the early 1820's, the northern half of Indiana had very little white settlement. The Miami and Potawatomie Indians had suffered serious defeats at the hands of General Anthony Wayne along the Maumee River (1794) and William Henry Harrison at . . . Map (db m215014) HM
28 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Union Soldiers Of Wabash County Memorial Building
Dedicated in memory of the Union Soldiers of Wabash County Nor shall their story be forgot While Fame her record keeps Or Honor points the hallowed spot Where Valor proudly sleeps 1861-1865 Spanish American War 1898-1901 . . . Map (db m215647) WM
29 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — VFW Post No. 286 Veterans Memorial
To all veterans of foreign wars and those KIA - POW - MIA Sept. 2000Map (db m240710) WM
30 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Wabash Christian Church
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m215064) HM
31 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Wabash County Hero Memorial
Let this memorial forever recognize citizens of Wabash and Wabash County who selflessly dedicated themselves to service for the greater good of their fellow man, community, county, country, and world.Map (db m215047) WM
32 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Wabash County Honor Rolls
( Top - Center Panel ) Forever Honoring our heroes who gave their lives - - and Dedicated to the men and women of Wabash County who served their Country in armed conflict Erected by the . . . Map (db m215017) WM
33 Indiana, Wabash County, Wabash — Wabash, IndianaEstablished 1834
First electrically lighted city in the worldMap (db m215057) HM
 
 
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Mar. 19, 2024