Point Pleasant in Clermont County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Grant Birthplace
1st President born in a "mobile home"
After Grant's death in 1885, the house became a traveling memorial to the Civil War hero and president. The house was moved by towboat to Cincinnati for public exhibition. In 1888, it was displayed at Goodale Park in Columbus during the celebration of the centennial of the Northwest Territory. It then went on a tour across the nation traveling on a railroad car. The house was set up at the State Fairgrounds in Columbus, and in 1896 the Grant Memorial Building was constructed to surround and preserve the structure.
The 100th anniversary of Grant's birth created new interest in the house, and many people began to call for its return to Point Pleasant. In 1936, the birthplace was dismantled in sections and shipped by six trucks. The building was erected in sections on its original stone foundation. Evidence suggests much of the original fabric of the birthplace was replaced during and immediately after the move. After an absence of nearly 50 years, dedication services celebrating the return and "restoration" of the birthplace were held.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1822.
Location. 38° 53.66′ N, 84° 13.964′ W. Marker is in Point Pleasant, Ohio, in Clermont County. Marker is at the intersection of State Highway 232 and Ohio River Scenic Byway (U.S. 52), on the right when traveling west on State Highway 232. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Richmond OH 45157, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. U. S. Grant Birthplace (here, next to this marker); Ulysses Grant (here, next to this marker); U.S. Grant Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Jean DeLannoy (a few steps from this marker); Ulysses Simpson Grant (within shouting distance of this marker); Grant Memorial Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Ulysses Simpson Grant (within shouting distance of this marker); Point Pleasant (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Point Pleasant.
More about this marker. The caption for the top photo is "Visitors to the house during its tour following Grant's death," with a credit to the Ohio Historical Society collections.
The caption for the bottom photo is "President McKinley at the Grant Memorial Building, Ohio State Fair, Columbus," with a credit to the Ohio Historical Society collections.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 16, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 25, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 762 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 25, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. 2. submitted on July 24, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. 3. submitted on April 16, 2022, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. 4. submitted on July 24, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin.