Randolph Township in Rising Sun in Ohio County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Horse Ferry

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 29, 2023

1. Horse Ferry Marker

Inscription. A horse ferry began operation between Rising Sun and Rabbit Hash, KY around 1850. A second ferry followed at the lane by Dam 38. A team of horses on a treadmill propelled the ferries. Blind horses were preferred because they had no fear and were easier to manage.

Erected by Dr. Don Beckett, Veterinarian (sponsor).

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1850.

Location. 38° 56.819′ N, 84° 51.094′ W. Marker is in Rising Sun, Indiana, in Ohio County. It is in Randolph Township. It can be reached from South Front Street south of Main Street, on the left when traveling south. Marker is on the sidewalk along the riverfront. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 114 S Front St, Rising Sun IN 47040, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Southern Indiana.

It is also in the American Midwest,

in the Ohio River Valley,

and in the Corn Belt.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Main Street Fires (a few steps from this marker); J.W. Talbott (a few steps from this marker); John Downey Works (a few steps from this marker); Joseph Arthur (a few steps from this marker); 114 S. Front Street (a few steps from this marker); The Ohio County Courthouse (a few steps from this marker);

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118 S. Front Street (a few steps from this marker); Mexican War (1846-1848) (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rising Sun.

Historical Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Baker

2. Historical Marker

The markers lay flat in the sidewalk.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 156 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on May 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 2. submitted on June 30, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.