Near Ellsworth in McLean County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Site of the Grand Village of the Kickapoo
Photographed By Jason Voigt, October 2, 2020
1. Site of the Grand Village of the Kickapoo Marker
By the late 1700’s, the Kickapoo people had established a major settlement here, close to fertile fields, abundant game and timber, and important trade routes. Opposed to American expansion, these Native Americans allied with the British during the War of 1812. The village burning and crop destroying strategies of the American frontier militia forced the Kickapoo from their homes. This village and a nearby stockade were destroyed during that war. Many Kickapoo remained in Central Illinois until 1832 when they were forcibly removed by federal legislation. Today the Kickapoo live in Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.Erected 1999 by Illinois History Club of Lexington High School and The Illinois State Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers • War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Illinois State Historical Society series list.
Location. 40° 24.118′ N, 88° 40.186′ W. Marker is near
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Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Grand Village of the Kickapoo Park (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The Grand Village of the Kickapoo Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Benjaminville Friends Meeting House (approx. 8.8 miles away).
Also see . . . Grand Village of the Kickapoo on Wikipedia. (Submitted on October 3, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)
Photographed By Jason Voigt, October 2, 2020
2. Site of the Grand Village of the Kickapoo Marker
Marker is located in the front part of Grand Village of the Kickapoo Park.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 3, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 254 times since then and 63 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 3, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
