Michigan City in LaPorte County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Charles R. Westcott
Photographed By Lou Donkle, July 27, 2022
1. Charles R. Westcott Marker
Westcott Park, a gateway to Michigan City, is dedicated in memory of Charles R. Westcott, whose lifetime of extraordinary service, especially to children, significantly enriched our community.
For nearly 50 years, Westcott directed the Elite Youth Center. For thousands of "Charlie's Kids," he was basketball coach, mentor, confidante, father figure, and motivator. He taught the young to value and love themselves. His honors have included being the first recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year Award, Elston Red Devil Hall of Fame, Jaycees Spirit Award, Exchange Club Golden Deeds Award, and the Liberty Bell Award. "Wes" is remembered for the inspiration, encouragement, and lessons of life he shared, but most of all, for his unconditional friendship and love of people.
Westcott Park also marks the sites of the former Elite Youth Center, the Patch residences, and Harborside Homes, recognized by the Patch/Harborside Heritage Organization, established in 2000.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Charity & Public Work • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 2000.
Location. 41° 43.188′ N, 86° 53.927′ W. Marker is in Michigan City, Indiana, in LaPorte County. Marker is on East Michigan
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Naomi Anderson (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lincoln Funeral Train (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Log Cabin in Michigan City (approx. ¼ mile away); Michigan City Civil War Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Michigan Road (approx. 0.3 miles away); Elston Grove Historic District (approx. 0.4 miles away); Millennium Plaza (approx. 0.4 miles away); Washington Park Historic District (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Michigan City.
Photographed By Lou Donkle, circa April 4, 2024
2. Charles R. Westcott Marker
Photographed By Lou Donkle, July 27, 2022
3. Charles R. Westcott poster within the park
Credits. This page was last revised on April 5, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 28, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. This page has been viewed 362 times since then and 107 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 28, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. 2. submitted on April 4, 2024, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. 3. submitted on July 28, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
