Mount Vernon in Posey County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Mount Vernon's Historic Square
A collection of late-nineteenth century storefronts along the west side of the square provides a snapshot of facades common to many commercial buildings of the period. The Alvin P. Hovey residence, built in the early 1850's, graces the northeast corner of the square (not shown). Hovey was born in Mt. Vernon in 1821, and had a brilliant career as a soldier before he was appointed U.S. Minister to Peru. He was elected to the U. S. Congress in 1886 and in 1888 became the Governor of Indiana. He died in office in 1891.
South of the courthouse is a World War memorial Coliseum built in the mid-1920's. The three entry doors is the first floor signify the branches of military service at the time the Army, The Navy, and the Marine Corps. During the disastrous Ohio River Flood of 1937, the Coliseum served as a hospital and dormitory for citizens displaced by the flood waters.
By the way:
The limestone for the courthouse was quarried in Bedford, Indiana.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1816.
Location. 37° 55.936′ N, 87° 53.673′ W. Marker is in Mount Vernon, Indiana, in Posey County. Marker is at the intersection of East 4th Street (State Road 62) and Walnut Street, on the left when traveling west on East 4th Street. Located on the North/East section of the Posey County Courthouse Square in Mount Vernon, Indiana. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Mount Vernon IN 47620, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 14 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Home of Alvin P. Hovey (within shouting distance of this marker); Posey County American Revolution Honor Roll (within shouting distance of this marker); Posey County Soldiers and Sailors Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Port of Indiana (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Posey County History / Early Mt. Vernon History (about 300 feet away); Bettie Taylor Phillips (approx. 10.9 miles away in Kentucky); New Harmony Workingmen's Institute (approx. 13.8 miles away); Maclure Park Bandstand (approx. 13.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Mount Vernon.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 12, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 600 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 12, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.