Welcome to Strawtown Koteewi Park
— Strawtown Koteewi Park —
The park's name evokes its natural prairie environment and pays homage to Native American people who once occupied this site. This unique environment, nurtured by the White River, has served as an ecological and cultural crossroads throughout time. The story of Strawtown Koteewi Park is intricately linked with the White River. Once known for its pristine nearly crystal-clear water, the river's earliest documented name was "Wappi-hanpe" which directly translates to "White River." Here at Strawtown Koteewi Park, the river sustained a unique balance of rich woodlands, lush wetlands, and a vast prairie. Attracted by the natural abundance of this land, various Native American and European cultures spanning throughout several thousands of years migrated through and settled here. The story of Strawtown Koteewi Park is still developing. Since the land's acquisition as a Hamilton County Park, its history and diversity are being preserved and restored for present and future generations.
You are invited to continue learning about the story of Strawtown Koteewi Park. As you walk the trails, you can read more about the natural and cultural resources which make this park unique. Through your exploration and discovery, please also consider the responsibility we as visitors have. The environmental balance and remains of past cultures
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Koteewi (Ko-TAY-wee), a Miami tribal word for prairie, refers to the large native
wildflower and grass prairie once located on the site. In the recent past, this location
was known as Strawtown Prairie.
Erected by Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Native Americans • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 40° 7.534′ N, 85° 57.039′ W. Marker is in Strawtown, Indiana, in Hamilton County. Marker is on Strawtown Avenue west of Essig Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 12308 Strawtown Ave, Noblesville IN 46060, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Community Structure (within shouting distance of this marker); The Stockade Wall (within shouting distance of this marker); Village Welcome (within shouting distance of this marker); Archaeology in Action (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Details in the Dirt (about
Credits. This page was last revised on December 22, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 22, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 116 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 22, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
