Downtown in Indianapolis in Marion County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

White County

Organized in 1834

— Named for Isaac White —

White County Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, December 30, 2023

1. White County Marker

Inscription. White County is often referred to as the summer playground of the Midwest. Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman have historically provided resort destinations for nearby Chicago residents looking for an escape from the heat of the city. White County remains a favorite location for boating, fishing, swimming, and other water sports.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Political Subdivisions • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1834.

Location. 39° 46.117′ N, 86° 10.21′ W. Marker is in Indianapolis, Indiana, in Marion County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from North Blackford Street near Indianapolis Cultural Trail, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis IN 46204, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Decatur County (here, next to this marker); Delaware County (here, next to this marker); Vanderburgh County (here, next to this marker); Lawrence County (a few steps from this marker); Fayette County (a few steps from this marker); Ohio County (a few steps from this marker); Boone County (a few steps from this marker); Cass County (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Indianapolis.

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1. Counties
This is one of 92 markers on the perimeter of the Indiana State Museum, one for each county.

— Submitted January 3, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, December 30, 2023

2. White County Marker

This marker is the seventh one in from the left.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 3, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 44 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 3, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.