Vincennes in Knox County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 )

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

1. Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker

The Harrison Home can be seen in the background in the photo.

Inscription. First resident Presbyterian minister in Indiana Territory, 1808. Headed the first school under the authority of the board of trustees of Vincennes University (a grammar school), 1811-1815. Served as member of board of trustees of Vincennes University, 1813-1824.

Erected 1995 by Indiana Historical Bureau. (Marker Number 42.1995.2.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Indiana Historical Bureau Markers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1808.

Location. 38° 41.146′ N, 87° 31.503′ W. Marker is in Vincennes, Indiana, in Knox County. Marker is on Harrison Street north of North 1st Street, on the left when traveling north. construction in area now places this marker on the North/East corner of the Historical Village (across the street from Vincennes University on Harrison Street.). Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Vincennes IN 47591, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Vincennes University (within shouting distance of this marker); William Henry Harrison & Lewis & Clark Expedition (within shouting distance of this marker); Sarah Knox Taylor (within shouting distance of this marker); Millstones from Emison Mills

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Indiana Territory (within shouting distance of this marker); Revolutionary War Patriots (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); "Grouseland" (about 300 feet away); Tecumseh and Harrison (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vincennes.

Obverse Side - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

2. Obverse Side - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker

The Entrance to Vincennes University can be seen in the background of the photo.

"Vincennes University" Entry - - Across Street . . image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

3. "Vincennes University" Entry - - Across Street . .

Just a few steps away is the entrance to "Vincennes University".

Wide View - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

4. Wide View - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker

Long View - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

5. Long View - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker

Another Long View - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

6. Another Long View - - Samuel Thornton Scott ( 1777 - 1827 ) Marker

The home of William Henry Harrison ("Grouseland") can be seen in the background - just a few steps away ! !

"Grouseland" - - Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

7. "Grouseland" - - Sign

This sign can be seen behind the marker in prior photo.

"Grouseland" - - Home of William Henry Harrison image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

8. "Grouseland" - - Home of William Henry Harrison

Side View - - "Grouseland" image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

9. Side View - - "Grouseland"

Front View of "Grouseland" image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Al Wolf, October 10, 2009

10. Front View of "Grouseland"

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 12, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 961 times since then and 13 times this year. Last updated on October 30, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 12, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 3. submitted on October 13, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 4, 5. submitted on October 12, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. submitted on October 13, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.