Williamston in Ingham County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
McCormick Park Gazebo
circa 1900
Photographed By Joel Seewald, August 7, 2023
1. McCormick Park Gazebo Marker
In the early 1900s, this Gazebo stood in the intersection of Grand River and Putnam. Positioned on posts, it stood above the street, over a water trough for passing horses. Its position made it a platform for speeches, concerts, and civic gatherings.
As the automobile era emerged, the gazebo was moved to a local residence, and in the 1930s, to the "new" park along the Red Cedar River.
Painted many times, it was last worked in 2000, as part of a community service project. In 2010, it was moved to its present location as part of the McCormick Park Renovation Project. In 2011, the Gazebo was restored and painted to its current condition by volunteers funded by the Williamston Sunrise Rotary Club.
Erected by Williamston Sunrise Rotary Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 2000.
Location. 42° 41.456′ N, 84° 16.86′ W. Marker is in Williamston, Michigan, in Ingham County. Marker can be reached from North Cedar Street. Marker is in McCormick Park near the east end, next to the Red Cedar River. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 123 High Street, Williamston MI 48895, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named McCormick Park Gazebo (here, next to this marker);
this page online
Photographed By Joel Seewald, August 7, 2023
2. McCormick Park Gazebo and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 29, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 44 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 29, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
