Gary in Lake County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Michael Jackson
Office of the Mayor
— City of Gary, Indiana —
Whereas; Michael Jackson was an American recording artist, world's greatest entertainer, businessman and humanitarian, whose unique contributions to popular music and dance, along with his highly publicized personal life, made him a central part of popular culture for four decades; and
Whereas; Michael Jackson, one of the few artists to have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, his achievements included multiple Guiness World Records-including the "Most Successful Entertainer of All Time” - 13 Grammy Awards. 18 number one singles in his solo career, and the sale of over 750 million records worldwide.
Now, Therefore; I, Rudy Clay, Mayor of the City of Gary, Indiana do hereby recognize June 25, 2009 as Michael Jackson Day in the City of Gary, Indiana.
Rudy Clay
Mayor of Gary
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical date for this entry is June 25, 2009.
Location. 41° 34.608′ N, 87° 20.627′ W. Marker is in Gary, Indiana, in Lake County. Marker is at the intersection of Jackson Street and West 23rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Jackson Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2300 Jackson Street, Gary IN 46407, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Michael Jackson Place of Birth (a few steps from this marker); In Memory Of All American Veterans (approx. ¼ mile away); Gary Roosevelt High School (approx. ¼ mile away); Rep. Katie Hall (1938-2012) / Origin of Dr. MLK Day Law (approx. half a mile away); Atty. Hall's Historic Patriotic Peace Flower and Rose Gardens and Mini-Forest Preserve (approx. half a mile away); Froebel School (approx. ¾ mile away); Stewart Settlement House (approx. 0.9 miles away); Indiana University Northwest (approx. 1½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gary.
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