Cannelton in Perry County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Lafayette Spring

Photographed By Trevor L Whited, March 23, 2024

1. Lafayette Spring Marker

Inscription. Lafayette and his party spent the night in this community after the steamer Mechanic sank in the Ohio River May 9, 1825. Pioneers came from miles around to visit him at this spring before he departed the following day on a passing steamer. From this historic spot Lafayette Spring Chapter, D.A.R., takes its name.

Erected 1958 by Lafayette Spring Chapter, D.A.R.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Events • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical date for this entry is May 9, 1825.

Location. 37° 54.623′ N, 86° 41.43′ W. Marker is in Cannelton, Indiana, in Perry County. Marker is on Ohio River Scenic Byway (Indiana Route 66) 0.2 miles Girl Scout Road, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6500 Ohio River Scenic Byway, Cannelton IN 47520, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Dedicated To Abraham Lincoln And The Lincoln Ideals (here, next to this marker); Lafayette's Tour (a few steps from this marker); Captain John W. Cannon (approx. 2½ miles away in Kentucky); Perry County Rocks (approx. 2.7 miles away); Gilbert Mortier Marquis de Layfayette

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(approx. 2.7 miles away); Cannelton Courthouse (approx. 2.8 miles away); Indiana Cotton Mill (approx. 3 miles away); Fabric of Cannelton (approx. 3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cannelton.

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Photographed By Trevor L Whited, March 23, 2024

2. Lafayette Spring Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2024, by Trevor L Whited of Kokomo, Indiana. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 24, 2024, by Trevor L Whited of Kokomo, Indiana. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.