New Albany in Floyd County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Calumet Club
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, September 24, 2022
1. Calumet Club Marker
The Calumet Club, pronounced Cal-u-may, (1911-1932) was New Albany's pioneer organization promoting a broad athletic, civic and social program. It was completely independent of any other group. The Indian long pipe smoked in peace, hospitality and fellowship provided the name, emblem and ideals. From a sparsely furnished rented room, subsequent moves for larger space were climaxed in 1919 by erecting a beautifully designed, well equipped, comfortable club house including basketball and dance floor, bowling alleys and other recreational facilities. Baseball, football and tennis were played on acquired or leased grounds. Representative teams under names Calumet Club and Calumet Indians successfully competed in major sports. Beautiful dances. successful style shows, picnics and river excursions were conducted. An all time membership of nine hundred eleven is recorded with other data at New Albany Public Library. The Calumet Club opened early doors to social and athletic enjoyment comparable to that offered by this fine park. It seems appropriate, therefore, that we dedicate this entrance to perpetuate the name and history of our club and the membership
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Erected by Calumet Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Parks & Recreational Areas • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.
Location. 38° 19.332′ N, 85° 49.204′ W. Marker is in New Albany, Indiana, in Floyd County. Marker is at the intersection of Grant Line Road and Alex Thom Drive, on the right when traveling south on Grant Line Road. Marker is at the entrance of Sam Peden Community Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3037 Grant Line Rd, New Albany IN 47150, 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. Old Floyd County Fairground (approx. 1.1 miles away); Hedden's Grove Historic District (approx. 1.1 miles away); a different marker also named Hedden's Grove Historic District (approx. 1.1 miles away); Indiana University Southeast (approx. 1.4 miles away); Clark's Grant (approx. 1.4 miles away); New Albany National Cemetery (approx. 1.7 miles away); Buffalo Trace Route (approx. 1.7 miles away); Honoring Our Heroes (approx. 1.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Albany.
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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, September 24, 2022
2. Calumet Club Marker
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, September 24, 2022
3. Calumet Club Memorial
This memorial is on the other side of the park entrance.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 1, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 1, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 95 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 1, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
