Adrian in Lenawee County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Laura Smith Haviland
1808 - 1898
Photographed By Joel Seewald, April 8, 2017
1. Laura Smith Haviland Marker - Front
Front Side
Adrian Woman's Christian
Temperance Union
and the
Haviland Memorial
Association
"I was thirsty and ye gave me drink."
Matthew XXV 35
Left Side
A tribute to a life consecrated to the betterment of humanity.
In 1839 she established the Raisin Institute of Learning.
Fearlessly she combatted slavery with a firm reliance on divine protection, devoting time and means to assist those escaping from bondage.
Right Side
During the Civil War she nursed the sick and wounded in southern hospitals and on battlefields. Her memory is revered by our country's defenders.
She founded the State Public School for Dependent Children at Coldwater. The Industrial Home for Girls at Adrian owes much to her efforts.
Erected by Adrian Woman's Christian Temperance Union and the Haviland Memorial Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • Education • War, US Civil • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1839.
Location. 41° 53.838′ N, 84° 2.223′ W. Marker is in Adrian, Michigan, in Lenawee County. Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Laura Haviland (here, next to this marker); The Antislavery - Underground Railroad Movement (a few steps from this marker); A Bench By The Road (within shouting distance of this marker); Frank Navin & The Detroit Tigers (within shouting distance of this marker); Adrian Fire Department / Adrian Engine House No. 1 (within shouting distance of this marker); Adrian & The Republican Party (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Adrian Union Hall (about 600 feet away); Cooley Law Office (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Adrian.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, April 8, 2017
2. Laura Smith Haviland Marker - Left Side
Photographed By Joel Seewald, April 8, 2017
3. Laura Smith Haviland Marker - Right Side
Photographed By Joel Seewald, April 8, 2017
4. Laura Smith Haviland Statue and Markers
The bowl on the front was once a drinking fountain (beneath the Bible quote "I was thirsty and ye gave me drink.").
Credits. This page was last revised on May 5, 2017. It was originally submitted on May 5, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 395 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 5, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
