Corydon in Harrison County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Liar's Bench

1929 - 1986

Photographed By Ginger Drenning, July 16, 2008

1. The Liar's Bench Marker

Even in this sign, a lie is told...(Or Not ?) Check the spelling of "Capital" - and - a map..

Inscription. This original Liar's Bench was located under a shade tree on the corner of Chestnut and Capital from 1929 to 1986. It was a popular and cool place for the men to congregate. Many generations of stories have been told on this bench, but it was always understood that what is said here...stays here.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1929.

Location. 38° 12.727′ N, 86° 7.504′ W. Marker is in Corydon, Indiana, in Harrison County. Marker is at the intersection of East Walnut Street and North Elm Street, on the right when traveling east on East Walnut Street. The marker is outside of the Visitors Center. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Corydon IN 47112, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Corydon (here, next to this marker); John Shields (here, next to this marker); Blaine H. Wiseman Visitors Center (a few steps from this marker); Governor's Headquarters (a few steps from this marker); Corydon Convention Of Freemasons (within shouting distance of this marker); Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Stately Beginnings (within shouting distance of this marker); World War I (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Corydon.

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The Liar's Bench and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Ginger Drenning, July 16, 2008

2. The Liar's Bench and Marker

Tucked behind the Sign is "The Liar's Bench" image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Ginger Drenning, July 16, 2008

3. Tucked behind the Sign is "The Liar's Bench"

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 28, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 2,275 times since then and 80 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 28, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.