Knightstown in Henry County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Site of First House in Knightstown
1827
Photographed By Craig Doda, February 18, 2024
1. Site of First House in Knightstown Marker
Site of the first house erected in Knightstown, Indiana by Waitsel M. Cary
In remembrance of him this tablet is given by his grandson Waitsel M. Heaton
Erected 1926 by Daughters Of The American Revolution Major Hugh Dinwiddie Chapter.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list.
Location. 39° 47.738′ N, 85° 31.48′ W. Marker is in Knightstown, Indiana, in Henry County. Marker is at the intersection of North Washington Street and Historic National Road, on the right when traveling north on North Washington Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 11 N Washington Street, Knightstown IN 46148, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A Gargantuan Undertaking (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Garden of Memories (within shouting distance of this marker); Pvt. William Zion USMC (within shouting distance of this marker); Revolutionary Soldiers of Henry County (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Knightstown Academy (approx. ¼ mile away); Knightstown Community Veterans Memorial
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Photographed By Craig Doda, February 18, 2024
2. Site of First House in Knightstown Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 24, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 24, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 45 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 24, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
