Fort Pierre in Stanley County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Father Christian Hoecken, S.J.
May 14, 2023
1. Father Christian Hoecken, S.J. Marker
The Missionary Priest
Father Christian Hoecken, S. J.
1808 – 1851
who near-by on June 13, 1840, first administered the sacrament of
baptism west of the Missouri River in South Dakota.
Erected 1941 by the State Historical Society. (Marker Number 571.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the South Dakota State Historical Society Markers series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 13, 1840.
Location. 44° 21.231′ N, 100° 22.442′ W. Marker is in Fort Pierre, South Dakota, in Stanley County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Avenue and 1st Street (U.S. 83), on the right when traveling west on Main Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Pierre SD 57532, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Stanley County Jail 1905 (within shouting distance of this marker); Stanley County Courthouse Veteran's Memorial (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Stockgrowers Bank (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Stockgrowers Bank of Fort Pierre (approx. 0.2 miles away); Fort Pierre (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lewis and Clark / Fort Pierre, South Dakota
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2. Father Christian Hoecken, S.J. Marker
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3. Father Christian Hoecken, S.J. Marker, from the west
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4. Statue of Jesus and John the Baptist
Credits. This page was last revised on May 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 29, 2023. This page has been viewed 51 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 29, 2023.
