Danville in Vermilion County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Dr. William Fithian Home
Circa 1855
Inscription.
Upper Marker
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior
Lower Marker
Local Historic Landmark
Danville Historic Preservation Commission
Designated March 27, 1991
Erected by The United States Department of the Interior, Danville Historic Preservation Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places.
Location. 40° 7.65′ N, 87° 38.151′ W. Marker is in Danville, Illinois, in Vermilion County. Marker is at the intersection of North Gilbert Street and West Lafayette Street, on the left when traveling north on North Gilbert Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 116 North Gilbert Street, Danville IL 61832, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A Friend Forever (a few steps from this marker); Abraham Lincoln Delivered an Impromptu Address (within shouting distance of this marker); Historic Millstone (within shouting

By Al Wolf, September 7, 2008
2. Dr. William Fithian's Home
The markers can be seen on both sides of the front door on the front porch. Due to all the lush trees, it is difficult to take full view photo of the Home. The shade is excellent for enjoyable viewing of the exterior of the Home and Grounds.
Also see . . .
1. Vermilion County Museum Welcomes You. There are many items, a knowledgeable, and friendly staff at the Museum to assist with any of your questions. (Submitted on September 7, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana.)
2. William Fithian. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on November 27, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)

By Abraham Lincoln Collectibles, Unknown
6. "Lincoln chooses place to give a speech"
"At Dr. William Fithian's home on September 21, 1858 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois, Abraham Lincoln considers the use of the iron balcony of his friend's home from which to address a crowd. His Danville law partner, Ward Hill Lamon looks on."

By Al Wolf, August 24, 2008
7. Vermilion County Charter Marker
The Vermilion County Museum main building sits behind the Fithian Home, but the Museum's Charter marker hanges to the left of the front door to Dr. Fithian's Home. The Fithian Home has been part of the Vermilion County Museum as its central exhibit - due to Abraham Lincoln's friendship with Dr. Fithian.

By Al Wolf, September 7, 2008
14. "Walk of Five Flags"
In front of the Fithian home to the South - - is the side walk (called the "Walk of Five Flags") leading to the parking area. It holds Five flags and plaques that tell the history of the area under different Country and State flags. Nearest to the camera is the Flag of Spain (followed by), France, Great Britain, State of Virginia, and then the State of Illinois.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 27, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 7, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 1,503 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 7, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 5. submitted on March 28, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 6. submitted on November 27, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. submitted on September 7, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19. submitted on September 18, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.