Tecumseh in Lenawee County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Evans House
Photographed By Craig Doda, December 8, 2019
1. Evans House Marker
Musgrove Evans built this dwelling in 1826. It is the oldest frame house in
Tecumseh and believed to be the oldest still standing in Lenawee County. Evans was a pioneer settler in this area. He platted the village of Tecumseh, served as its first postmaster and probate judge, and helped to organize Michigan's first temperance society. Used as an inn and home, the Evans House was moved to this location in 1886 from the northeast corner of Ottawa Street and Chicago Boulevard. However, its appearance has changed little over the years.Erected 1980 by Michigan History Division, Department of State. (Marker Number 351.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission, and the Postal Mail and Philately series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1826.
Location. 42° 0.336′ N, 83° 56.349′ W. Marker is in Tecumseh, Michigan
Photographed By Craig Doda, December 8, 2019
2. Evans House Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ray Wesley Herrick (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bertha Lapointe - Carriage Stone (approx. 0.2 miles away); La Plaisance Bay Pike (approx. 0.3 miles away); Tecumseh Historical Mural (approx. 0.4 miles away); Location of First House in Lenawee County (approx. 0.7 miles away); First Area In Lenawee County With A Civil War Monument (approx. 0.7 miles away); Civil War Soldiers' Monument (approx. 0.7 miles away); Vietnam Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tecumseh.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 7, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 11, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 132 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 11, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
