Monroe in Monroe County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Monroe County Since 1817
Then the old settlement of Frenchtown which centered upon this square took the name of Monroe and became the county seat, September, 1817.
At first Monroe County included the lands now Lenawee and Washtenaw Counties. After the latter were established Lenawee was attached to Monroe County for administration, 1822-1826.
Controversy over the country's southern boundary culminated in the bloodless Michigan-Ohio war 1835-36. In settlement the U.S. Congress gave to Ohio Monroe County lands that became Toledo. Michigan in return obtained its Upper Peninsula.
Erected by Monroe County Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Political Subdivisions • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1817.
Location. 41° 54.895′ N, 83° 23.81′ W. Marker is in Monroe, Michigan, in Monroe County. Marker is at the intersection of East First Street and Washington Street on East First Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 106 E First St, Monroe MI 48161, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Relic of the Battle of the Raisin (a few steps from this marker); Veterans Memorial (a few steps from this marker); The County of Monroe (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Loranger 1817 (within shouting distance of this marker); Beneath this fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); First Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Whipping Post (within shouting distance of this marker); City of Monroe (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Monroe.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 27, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2010, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,022 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 27, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. 3. submitted on February 18, 2010, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.