Doniphan in Ripley County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Pioneer Log Cabin
Photographed by Jason Voigt, October 12, 2022
1. Pioneer Log Cabin Marker
This pioneer log cabin, originally located on a 160 acre plot in southwest Ripley County that was owned by George and Sally Ferrill Patterson, was probably constructed between 1865 and 1867.
Numerous logs had decayed and were replaced when the cabin was moved and reerected in 1997.
Note the unusual design of the fireplace and the plaster used on the inside. It served as a source of heat and was used for cooking.
There was no electricity until about 1934. Their water had to be carried from a spring, which was about 1/4 mile from the cabin. This cabin is a classic example of the sturdy and practical home style that was used throughout our whole Western frontier.
As you view the cabin, think what life was like in the 1800's: no electricity, no running water, no indoor toilet or bath facilities, no refrigeration or air conditioning, no telephone, television or radio. But it was home and the family was proud of their home.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Landmarks. A significant historical year for this entry is 1865.
Location. 36° 36.988′ N, 90° 49.659′ W. Marker is in Doniphan, Missouri, in Ripley County. It is on Franklin Street south of Charles Street, on the right when traveling south. This marker
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Regionally, this marker is in Southeast Missouri. It is also in the American Ozarks, in the Lewis & Clark Corridor, and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Pioneer Log Cabin (a few steps from this marker); Heritage Homestead (a few steps from this marker); Potato Plow (a few steps from this marker); Tom Kennon's Blacksmith Shop (a few steps from this marker); Wheat Drills (a few steps from this marker); Mold Board Plow (a few steps from this marker); New Ground Plow (within shouting distance of this marker); Pioneer Log Barn (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Doniphan.
Photographed by Jason Voigt, October 12, 2022
2. Pioneer Log Cabin Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 4, 2025. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2022, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 264 times since then and 19 times this year. Last updated on June 4, 2025, by Edward Troxel of Creal Springs, Illinois. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 28, 2022, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
