Gary in Lake County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Michael Jackson Place of Birth
Photographed By Lou Donkle, June 19, 2022
1. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
In Loving Memory Of
Michael J. Jackson
(1958 - 2009)
"You gave us a lifetime of love"
The Jackson Family
Parents: Joseph & Katherine
Brothers: Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, Randy, Tito
Sisters: Janet, LaToya, Rebbie
Children: Paris Michael Katherine, Prince Michael, Prince Michael II (Blanket)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music. A significant historical date for this entry is August 29, 1958.
Location. 41° 34.603′ N, 87° 20.617′ W. Marker is in Gary, Indiana, in Lake County. Marker is on Jackson Street south of West 23rd Avenue, on the right when traveling south. The primary marker is imbedded in the sidewalk that goes to the house front door, close to the public sidewalk. The alternate marker is missing. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2300 Jackson St, Gary IN 46407, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Michael Jackson (a few steps from this marker); Gary Roosevelt High School (approx. ¼ mile away); In Memory Of All American Veterans (approx. ¼ mile away); Rep. Katie Hall (1938-2012) / Origin of Dr. MLK Day Law (approx. half a mile away); Atty. Hall's Historic Patriotic Peace Flower and Rose Gardens and Mini-Forest Preserve
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Regarding Michael Jackson Place of Birth. While not explicitly stated on either sign, the markers signify the house and hometown where Michael Jackson was born. The neighboring house was acquired by the Jackson Family some time after they moved away from Gary.
Also see . . . Michael Jackson Biography.
The house was always filled with music. Jackson's mother taught the children folk and religious songs, to which they sang along. Jackson's father, who worked at a steel plant, had always dreamed of becoming a successful musician. When this failed to happen, he decided to do whatever it took to make successes of his children.(Submitted on June 25, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana.)
Photographed By Lou Donkle, February 8, 2016
2. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
King of Pop
Michael J. Jackson
August 29, 1958
June 25, 2009
Home Town of Michael Jackson - Gary, Indiana
(Image of Michael Jackson on his Toes)
"Never Can Say Goodbye"
Michael J. Jackson
August 29, 1958
June 25, 2009
Home Town of Michael Jackson - Gary, Indiana
(Image of Michael Jackson on his Toes)
"Never Can Say Goodbye"
Photographed By Lou Donkle, June 19, 2022
3. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
Photographed By Lou Donkle, February 8, 2016
4. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
Photographed By Lou Donkle, June 19, 2022
5. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
Photographed By Craig Doda, February 3, 2024
6. Michael Jackson Place of Birth Marker
The Big sign is missing.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 28, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. This page has been viewed 251 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on June 21, 2022, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. 6. submitted on February 13, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
