Downtown in Indianapolis in Marion County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Scott County
Organized in 1820
— Named for Charles Scott —
Scott County's countryside and climate make it an ideal place for enjoying wild, open natural areas and farming crops such as tomatoes, corn, and beans. One of America's largest vegetable canneries was established here in 1899 to can locally grown products. Hardy Lake provides a natural environment for popular summer water sports.
[The carving is located on this wall, inside the fountain directly below]
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Parks & Recreational Areas • Political Subdivisions • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1820.
Location. 39° 46.104′ N, 86° 10.175′ W. Marker is in Indianapolis, Indiana, in Marion County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from North Blackford Street north of Indianapolis Cultural Trail, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 650 West Washington Street, 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. Fountain County (here, next to this marker); Clark County (a few steps from this marker); Lake County (a few steps from this marker); LaGrange County (a few steps from this marker); Warren County (within shouting distance of this marker); Montgomery County (within shouting distance of this marker); Martin County (within shouting distance of this marker); Perry County (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Indianapolis.
Also see . . . Scott County. (Submitted on January 4, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.)
Additional commentary.
1. Counties
This is one of 92 markers on the perimeter of the Indiana State Museum, one for each county.
— Submitted January 4, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 38 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 4, 2024, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.