Dedicated in honor and memory of those who served in the World War
These made the supreme sacrifice
*Magarrell, Melvin W., killed in action ·
*John Wesack ·
*Farrell, William ·
*Grimes, Edward ·
*Schmidt, Ernest ·
*Wedemeyer, . . . — — Map (db m236310) WM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193876) HM
Founded 1875 by Daniel Heaton Presidents: Daniel Heaton 1875-1907; E. H. Bickford 1907-24; Ethel B. Foster 1924-48; Jay E. Howe 1948-61; T. N. Howe 1961-78. — — Map (db m193968) HM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193877) HM
This property is a contributing building to the Greenfield Public Square Historic District National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193970) HM
In grateful appreciation this monument is dedicated to the Veterans of Adair County who served their country in times of war and peace. — — Map (db m72442) WM
Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.
President Harry S. . . . — — Map (db m72443) WM
"A grass plant is small and humble, lost in the multitude, and unnoticed. Hardly one person in a hundred thousand realizes what is going on in the growth of grass. But for the protection of the soil, grass is just as important as trees - and for . . . — — Map (db m86940) HM
The Garden Pond Is In Memory Of
Our Great Grandfather
Jasper James
And His Family
They moved to Adair County in 1892 by covered wagon with their young children herding the livestock. They settled on a farm two and a half miles southwest . . . — — Map (db m86929) HM
When the first settlers arrived in Iowa, nearly 30 of this state's 35 million acres were blanketed with tallgrass prairie. In less than 150 years, 99.9% of this vast, lush grassland disappeared under the plow. The prairie before you contains some . . . — — Map (db m86930) HM
Determined and authenticated by
the Historical Department of Iowa, 1911.
This monument was erected in 1917 by
the Iowa Daughters of the American Revolution
in memory of the pioneers who followed
this trail and its tributaries.
We cross . . . — — Map (db m86922) HM
This flag display has been erected by the Bank of Memories Museum in proud and grateful memory of American soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen and especially those who laid down their lives in all quarters of this earth, that other peoples might . . . — — Map (db m86925) WM
After engaging Union forces in Columbia the afternoon of July 3, Gen. John Hunt Morgan’s command continued north on the Columbia-Lebanon Pike. Just beyond the town, they passed Union Camp Gilbert, formerly named Camp Boyle, now abandoned - the . . . — — Map (db m170574) HM
On June 28, 1802, court ordered permanent seat of justice on the public square. First courthouse built in 1806. Present structure was designed by McDonald Bros., Louisville, and built by Wm. H. Hudson and Columbus Stone in 1887. A unique . . . — — Map (db m83384) HM
A foremost champion of the Union, a staunch friend of the stricken South, defender of constitutional freedom. Born Columbia 1817, died 1895 and buried in city cemetery. Veteran Mexican War, leader famed First Kentucky Union Cavalry, hero of many . . . — — Map (db m83387) HM
Active Presbyterian congregations formed early in the county’s settlement: 1803 on Col. Casey’s farm & 1827 in Columbia. Church was built in 1857 and has had continuous services ever since. County and city congregations merged in 1912. . . . — — Map (db m170507) HM
General John Hunt Morgan's cavalry, returning from second Kentucky raid, passed here on way back to Tennessee, Jan. 1, 1863. On raid, Union's rail supply line wrecked and $2,000,000 property destroyed. July 3, 1863, Morgan here again drove out . . . — — Map (db m83391) HM
For Gen. John Adair, Governor of Kentucky 1820-24. Born, 1757, in South Carolina, came to Ky., 1788. Member of Kentucky Constitutional Convention, 1792. Served in Ky. House of Representatives, 1793-95, 1798, 1800-03, 1817. US Senator, 1805-06, . . . — — Map (db m139816) HM
A founder of Columbia, Trabue built original house (SW corner of this structure) ca. 1823. He served as trustee, sheriff, and justice of peace; operated grist mill, inn and retail store. Here Trabue wrote memoirs, 1827, of pioneer era, which . . . — — Map (db m83406) HM
Frank Lane Wolford (1817 - 1895). Adair County native, organized 1st Kentucky Cavalry (US) in 1861. His men knew little about the drill and discipline but had the utmost confidence in Wolford and he in them. The soldiers supplied their own horses . . . — — Map (db m170508) HM
Girlhood home of Jane Lampton (1803-1891). Wife of John Marshall Clemens. Mother of "Mark Twain." Granddaughter of Colonel William Casey, original Adair County settler. — — Map (db m83397) HM
Male and Female High School Site
The Columbia College Joint Stock Company formed in 1853 to build the M&F School. It was conveyed to trustees appointed by Transylvania Presbytery and opened in 1855. The building was a Union Camp during . . . — — Map (db m170509) HM
Home of Col. William Casey, early Ky. pioneer and great-grandfather of Samuel L. Clemens (Mark Twain). Born in Va., came to Ky. in 1779. Built Casey Station on Dix River. In 1791 moved to Russell Creek near here. Member second Kentucky Const. Conv., . . . — — Map (db m244689) HM
John Hunt Morgan entered Kentucky July 2 with about 2,500 men who swam the rain swollen Cumberland River - many naked, not to be encumbered with soggy clothes. The rebel yell of the on-coming nude men took the Union scouts by surprise.
Columbia . . . — — Map (db m170510) HM
Historical novels by this talented author have sold more than three million copies. Most settings of her some twenty books reflect her adopted home, the Green River area where she lived with her husband Henry, and the Indian territory of Okla. and . . . — — Map (db m245361) HM
The first courthouse of Adair County, completed on July 15, 1843, was constructed on the northwest corner at the intersection of Harrison and Elson Streets. Described as "a low brick affair," the building was said to cost $1,000, a large amount of . . . — — Map (db m144751) HM
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Confederate Lieutenant Colonel Joseph C. Porter of Lewis County had been recruiting and harrying in Northeast Missouri throughout the summer of 1862. Adair County farmer Captain Mathias (Tice) Cain (Confederate), in command of . . . — — Map (db m144750) HM
The first attempt at a settlement by Whites in this county was in 1828, twenty-five years after the Louisiana Purchase and three years after extinction of the Indian title. Settlers from Howard County decided to locate on the east side of the . . . — — Map (db m144764) HM
On April 27, 1899, at 6:20 p.m. a monstrous killer cyclone approached Kirksville from the southwest taking dead aim on the new Adair County Courthouse. Suddenly, the cyclone veered more to the northeast, making a clear path of destruction from the . . . — — Map (db m144767) HM
Established in 1838 by Lt. Col. R.B. Mason, 1st Dragoons, U.S. Army, at request of Arkansas citizens fearing Cherokees who were being removed from southeastern U.S. Named in honor of Gen. "Mad" Anthony Wayne, the fort was originally located in NE . . . — — Map (db m181594) HM
