Vincennes in Knox County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
"Grouseland"
Built 1803 - 1804
— Home of William Henry Harrison —
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
1. " Grouseland " Built 1803 - 1804 Marker
"Grouseland"
Built 1803 - 1804
Home of
William Henry Harrison
Governor Indiana Territory 1800 - 1812
President of the United States 1840
Mansion owned and restored by
Francis Vigo Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution
Erected by Francis Vigo Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Places • War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Former U.S. Presidents: #09 William Henry Harrison, and the National Historic Landmarks series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1803.
Location. 38° 41.127′ N, 87° 31.557′ W. Marker is in Vincennes, Indiana, in Knox County. Marker is at the intersection of West Scott Street and Park Street, on the right when traveling west on West Scott Street. Park Street is no longer open traffic. Can also use, Harrison Street past North 1st Street - there is also more parking there. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3 W Scott St, Vincennes IN 47591, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Indiana Territory (a few steps from this marker); Millstones from Emison Mills
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Grouseland. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on May 22, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. William Henry Harrison. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on September 24, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
2. Obverse Side - - " Grouseland " Built 1803 - 1804 Marker
The sidewalk seen in the photo to the right goes to Harrison Street and more parking.
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
3. " Grouseland " - Sign
This sign is located on the Harrison Street side of "Grouseland" near a parking lot.
Photographed By Pat Filippone, July 19, 2013
4. "Grouseland" Marker
via Wikipedia, 1835
5. William Henry Harrison
Official White House portrait by James Lambdin, 1835
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
6. Harrison Street Side of " Grouseland "
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
7. Front of " Grouseland "
The marker can be seen in profile, on the left, behind the green sign holding a mail box.
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
8. Front View - - " Grouseland "
Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009
9. Side View - - " Grouseland "
Credits. This page was last revised on May 22, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 1,392 times since then and 22 times this year. Last updated on February 16, 2021, by Rebecca Speaker of Columbus, Indiana. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 13, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 4. submitted on April 25, 2015, by Pat Filippone of Stockton, California. 5. submitted on September 24, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on October 13, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
