Grand Rapids in Kent County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee
Photographed by Nathan Bierma
1. Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee Marker
In honor of the loyal service
of the 6th, 7th and 10th Regiments
Michigan Cavalry Volunteers
1862-1864
Battery K 13th Battery
Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee
were located within
the present boundary limits of
Bridge, Union, Lyon and Prospect Streets
This memorial is placed
by the City of Grand Rapids
and the Sophie de Marsac Campau Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution
October 14, 1912
Erected 1912 by City of Grand Rapids and Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1862.
Location. 42° 57.926′ N, 85° 39.479′ W. Memorial is in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in Kent County. It is on Fountain Street 0.1 miles east of Prospect Avenue, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Memorial is at or near this postal address: 421 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids MI 49503, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this memorial is in West Michigan. It is also in the American Midwest and on
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Central High School (a few steps from this marker); Central Reformed Church (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); McCabe-Marlowe House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Voigt House (approx. 0.4 miles away); St. Cecilia Music Society (approx. 0.4 miles away); Lincoln Place (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Castle (approx. 0.4 miles away); Grand Rapids Public Library (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grand Rapids.
Also see . . . Historic Civil War encampment located right beneath our feet. from The Rapidian
As you walk by the many shops and buildings in Heritage Hill that we have grown fond of, do you ever wonder what existed here before? ... The only remnant left to inform people about the camp's existence is a plaque placed in front of Central High School near the south east corner of the building.(Submitted on February 28, 2024, by Nathan Bierma of Grand Rapids, Michigan.)
Photographed by Nathan Bierma
2. Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee Marker
Photographed by Nathan Bierma
3. Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee Marker
Photographed by Nathan Bierma
4. Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee Marker in front of historic Central High School
Photographed by Nathan Bierma
5. Camp Kellogg and Camp Lee Marker in front of historic Central High School
Credits. This page was last revised on August 21, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 28, 2024, by Nathan Bierma of Grand Rapids, Michigan. This page has been viewed 548 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on February 28, 2024, by Nathan Bierma of Grand Rapids, Michigan. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
