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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Shelby County

 
Clickable Map of Shelby County, Alabama and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Shelby County, AL (48) Bibb County, AL (17) Chilton County, AL (31) Coosa County, AL (3) Jefferson County, AL (365) St. Clair County, AL (26) Talladega County, AL (29)  ShelbyCounty(48) Shelby County (48)  BibbCounty(17) Bibb County (17)  ChiltonCounty(31) Chilton County (31)  CoosaCounty(3) Coosa County (3)  JeffersonCounty(365) Jefferson County (365)  St.ClairCounty(26) St. Clair County (26)  TalladegaCounty(29) Talladega County (29)
Columbiana is the county seat for Shelby County
Adjacent to Shelby County, Alabama
      Bibb County (17)  
      Chilton County (31)  
      Coosa County (3)  
      Jefferson County (365)  
      St. Clair County (26)  
      Talladega County (29)  
 
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1 Alabama, Shelby County, Alabaster — Benton Family Cemetery"Benton-Oldham Cemetery"
Near Montevallo Road (State Highway 119) 0.2 miles south of Woodbrook Trail.
Located on the site of the original Benton homestead, this cemetery was founded July 12, 1842, with the burial of early Shelby County settler Jesse Benton (1796-1842). All who rest herein are members of the Benton family by birth, marriage, or close . . . Map (db m37224) HM
2 Alabama, Shelby County, Alabaster — Harless Cemetery
On County Road 24, on the right when traveling south.
Harless Cemetery was established as a burying ground in the early 1800s. It is on land homesteaded by Henry Harless, Jr., that was later owned and subsequently deeded to the cemetery by members of the Wyatt family. The oldest surviving marker is for . . . Map (db m24914) HM
3 Alabama, Shelby County, Alabaster — Nabors Cemetery“Ozley-McLane-Nabors Cemetery”
On Mellow Drive north of U.S. 31, on the right when traveling north.
Established October 15, 1868, with the burial of Elizabeth “Betsy” Nabors. Her loving husband, John, followed her in death only fifteen days later. They are buried side by side. Many local pioneer families chose to share this hallowed . . . Map (db m37046) HM
4 Alabama, Shelby County, Alabaster — The Founding of Alabaster / Siluria
On 11th Street SW, on the right when traveling south.
(Front): Alabaster was named for its quality of lime rock and the lime industry. In 1925, Joseph E. Walker opened the first retail business. The Alabaster lime rock plant was established in 1929 by George L. Scott Sr. The railroad . . . Map (db m59721) HM
5 Alabama, Shelby County, Calera — James Daniel HardyMay 14, 1918 – February 19, 2003
On State Road 25 at County Road 23, on the right when traveling east on State Road 25.
Side 1 James Hardy and his twin brother, Julian, were born and reared in Newala, Alabama, 3 miles east of Montevallo. He attended the consolidated grammar school nearby which had 3 rooms for the 6 grades, then attended high school in . . . Map (db m76244) HM
6 Alabama, Shelby County, Chelsea — City Of ChelseaIncorporated March 1, 1996 — Mayor S. Earl Niven —
Near Chelsea Road (County Road 47) near County Road 39.
Side A Creek Indians once owned and hunted the land where the City of Chelsea now stands. In 1813, Andrew Jackson and his army won millions of acres of Creek land from the Indians at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, including the area where . . . Map (db m38488) HM
7 Alabama, Shelby County, Chelsea — Old Quinn Burying Ground
On County Road 47 at Whisenhunt Road, on the right when traveling north on County Road 47.
Established June 2, 1849 by Veteran of War of 1812 Loftin Quinn In Consideration of His Love for the Church, He Conveyed the Burying Ground to the Trustees of Liberty Church And Their Successors. Listed on the Alabama Historic . . . Map (db m28519) HM
8 Alabama, Shelby County, Columbiana — Columbiana, AlabamaShelby County Seat Since 1826
On North Main Street (County Road 47) at Mildred Street, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
Side 1 Columbiana, originally called Columbia, was selected as the county seat of Shelby County in 1826 over rivals Calera and Montevallo. After the selection as the county seat, Columbiana celebrated by drilling holes in a large pine . . . Map (db m76251) HM
9 Alabama, Shelby County, Columbiana — Shelby County Courthouse1854-1908
On South Main Street near Mildred Street, on the left when traveling south.
Original seat of government of Shelby County established 1818 at Shelbyville (Pelham). Moved to Columbiana 1826. First courthouse a small wooden building located on this site. Replaced 1854 by two-story brick structure which forms central portion . . . Map (db m24203) HM
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10 Alabama, Shelby County, Columbiana — Shelby County War Memorial
On North Main Street (County Route 47) north of West College Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the memory of the brave men from Shelby County who gave their lives that freedom and justice should not perish from the earth World War I 1917-1918 John C. Bailey • Girome Blankenship • Luther P. Crim • Jake Evans • James . . . Map (db m76255) WM
11 Alabama, Shelby County, Columbiana — Shelby FurnacesErected 1849 and 1863 — ------5 miles ---> —
On South Main Street at Mildred Street, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
Major source of pig iron for the Confederacy. Furnished iron to Selma arsenal for heavy cannon, naval armor plate. Furnaces destroyed in 1865 by Wilson’s Cavalry raiders U.S.A. Rebuilt 1873, closed 1923.Map (db m28523) HM
12 Alabama, Shelby County, Harpersville — Harpersville Garden of Memories
On Alabama Route 25, on the left when traveling south.
The oldest known grave is that of Oprah Moore (1772-1823), consort to Rev. (Doctor) Lemuel Moore. This is the final resting place of American Revolutionary War Patriot William Jennings (1761-1840) and the professed burial site of the Last Creek . . . Map (db m59652) HM
13 Alabama, Shelby County, Harpersville — Historic Harpersville
On U.S. 280, on the right when traveling east.
Harpersville is one of Shelby County’s oldest communities. Its existence precedes that of Shelby County and the State of Alabama. Big Springs, as Harpersville was originally called, was settled around 1815 by the Harper and Kidd families. Prime . . . Map (db m61886) HM
14 Alabama, Shelby County, Helena — Central Iron Works
On Lake Davidson Lane at Helena Road (Alabama Road 261), on the right when traveling east on Lake Davidson Lane.
Side 1 During the final years of the Civil War, Montgomery merchants, Hannon, Offutt & Company, built a rolling mill here along the banks of Buck Creek. Called the Central Iron Works, the plant’s construction was superintended by Thomas . . . Map (db m76241) HM
15 Alabama, Shelby County, Helena — Harmony GraveyardShelby County
On Helena Road (County Road 261) at Cemetery Circle, on the right when traveling north on Helena Road.
This site began as the burying ground for Harmony Presbyterian Church, the first church built in the area that would become Helena. The earliest marked grave is Jones Griffin (died 1836), one of Andrew Jackson's Tennessee volunteers who was credited . . . Map (db m76237) HM
16 Alabama, Shelby County, Helena — Helena Freight House & Depot
On Lake Davidson Lane at Helena Road (Alabama Road 261), on the right when traveling west on Lake Davidson Lane.
The South and North Alabama Railroad Company constructed the Helena Freight House & Depot about 1872 while repairing damage inflicted by Union raiders in 1865. The original location of the structure was just north of the present railroad . . . Map (db m76262) HM
17 Alabama, Shelby County, Helena — Helena, Alabama
On Helena Road (State Road 261) at 1st Avenue East, on the right when traveling north on Helena Road.
Side 1 At a crossroads, one mile south of Helena, a post office called Cove was established in 1849 and renamed Hillsboro in 1857. During the Civil War the South & North Railroad (the Louisville & Nashville Railroad) was constructed to . . . Map (db m76243) HM
18 Alabama, Shelby County, Maylene — Cedar Grove Cemetery
On Co Rd 17, 0.1 miles north of Cedar Grove Parkway, on the right when traveling north.
Established as Meredith Cemetery, the first recorded burial here was Sarah Hoge Meredith, who died August 25, 1836. The Griffin family donated land for this burial ground and it has been in continuous use since founded. An annual memorial service . . . Map (db m37219) HM
19 Alabama, Shelby County, Maylene — David LindsayHistorical Cemetery Site
On County Road 17 north of Longmeadow Road, on the right when traveling north.
In Honor of Revolutionary War Soldier and Shelby County Pioneer Pvt. David Lindsay served with the Pennsylvania Militia during the Revolutionary War and moved to Alabama with wife Mary Casey Lindsay before 1820. The David Lindsay Historical . . . Map (db m144907) HM
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20 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — Alabama Historical Association
On North Boundary Street at Oak Street, on the right when traveling north on North Boundary Street.
Founded in 1947 at Alabama College. Erected at tenth annual meeting held there in 1957.Map (db m79205) HM
21 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — King HouseBuilt 1823
Near Highland Street near Bloch Street.
This tablet placed by the descendants of Edmund King, Jr. and the Alabama Writers Conclave. To commemorate his life and services. First brick house and first with glass windows built in this section of the state. Formerly known as the Mansion House. . . . Map (db m37353) HM
22 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — Lynching in America / Lynching in MontevalloCommunity Remembrance Project
On Main Street (Alabama Route 119) at Shelby Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Lynching in America Thousands of African Americans were lynched in the United States between the Civil War and World War II. Lynching, a form of racial terrorism used to intimidate black people and to enforce white supremacy, was most . . . Map (db m151279) HM
23 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — McGaughy FarmsShelby County
On Salem Road (County Road 15) 1.2 miles north of State Route 119, on the left when traveling north.
The home of Washington H. McGaughy and his wife Nancy Prentice Wynn, the original dogtrot homestead built by the Perry family. The 120-acre farm was formerly part of the Perry Plantation. After Perry Hall was completed in 1836, this . . . Map (db m159576) HM
24 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — Montevallo High School
On Oak Street, on the right when traveling north.
Known as the Alabama College Laboratory School, Montevallo High School was housed in Reynolds’ Hall on the University of Montevallo campus from 1922 until January 1930 when the central portion of this building was completed. The original structure . . . Map (db m37428) HM
25 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — The Colonial Courthouse / The Stocks and Pillory
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
The Colonial Courthouse This building is inspired by the Courthouse at Williamsburg, Virginia, built in 1770. The County Court heard petty crimes and civil cases such as debtors’ disputes with creditors from abusive masters. Serious capital . . . Map (db m101501) HM
26 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — The Liberty Bell
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
(side 1) The Liberty Bell was commissioned November 1, 1751, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of William Penn’s Charter of Privileges for his Pennsylvania colony. The radical charter granted religious liberty to persecuted faiths, . . . Map (db m101506) HM
27 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — The Liberty Bell GardenHonors Liberty, Its Defenders, and Our Constitution
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
American colonists cherished Liberty as their birthright. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, declaring, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed . . . Map (db m101503) HM
28 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — The Lucille Ryals Thompson Colonial Chapel / One Nation Under God
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
(side 1) The Lucille Ryals Thompson Colonial Chapel Inspired by Bruton Parish Church of Williamsburg, Virginia, it was named to honor Lucille Ryals Thompson. The Chapel was built in thanksgiving for God’s blessings on America, and . . . Map (db m101505) HM
29 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — The President's Oval Office / The Glorious Burden
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
(side 1) The President's Oval Office In this building is a full-scale replica of the White House Oval Office. When John and Abigail Adams first moved into The White House in 1800, it contained three oval rooms, inspired by . . . Map (db m101531) HM
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30 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — University Of Montevallo National Historic District
On Highland Street south of Bloch Street, on the left when traveling north.
Originally named Alabama Girls' Industrial School and later Alabama College, this institution was founded Oct. 12, 1896, by the Alabama Legislature. It was the state college for women until 1956, when it became coeducational. In 1969 the name was . . . Map (db m37289) HM
31 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — Washington Hall / Birth of A Nation
Near Montevallo Road (Alabama Route 119) 0.3 miles south of Alex Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
(side 1) Washington Hall The exterior of the hall is inspired by George Washington's beloved Mount Vernon. It has beveled-edge block walls. When mixed with paint and sand it gives the appearance of stone masonry, a process called . . . Map (db m101504) HM
32 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo — Welcome To Historic Montevallo
On Main Street (State Highway 119) at Middle Street, on the right on Main Street.
Home of the University of Montevallo, American Village and the Alabama Veterans Cemetery, Montevallo is located in the geographical center of Alabama at 33° 6’ 18” N 86° 51’ 46” W. In 1814, Jesse Wilson laid claim to “Wilson’s . . . Map (db m37178) HM
33 Alabama, Shelby County, Montevallo, Aldrich — Alabama Coal Mining
On County Road 203 north of Aldrich Road, on the left when traveling north.
Coal was being mined in Shelby and the surrounding counties of Tuscaloosa, Jefferson, Bibb, Walker, and St. Clair as early as the 1830s. By 1859, the largest mine operation in the state was the Alabama Coal Mining Company, consisting of several . . . Map (db m215674) HM
34 Alabama, Shelby County, Pelham — Pelham, Alabama / Ballantrae Golf Course
On Ballantrae Club Drive, 0.1 miles east of Weatherly Club Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Side 1 Pelham, Alabama Pelham, located in Shelby County, Alabama, acquired its name in approximately 1867. It was named for “Gallant Pelham” who fought in the Confederate Army and was killed in action at Kelly’s Ford, . . . Map (db m76260) HM
35 Alabama, Shelby County, Pelham — Shelbyville, A. T.
On Pelham Parkway (U.S. 31) at Church Street, on the right when traveling south on Pelham Parkway.
Near this site stood Shelbyville, A. T., first county seat of Shelby County; named for Isaac Shelby, governor of Tennessee. Shelby County was established February 7, 1818 by an act of the Alabama Territorial legislature. The first orphans’ court was . . . Map (db m28441) HM
36 Alabama, Shelby County, Shelby — Calera & Shelby RailroadThe Former "Alabama Mineral Railroad", A Division of the L&N Railroad.
Near School Road south of County Route 308, on the right when traveling south.
Constructed around 1890 to transport large deposits of minerals in the region. Iron ore, marble, limestone, and coal, the L&N Railroad also ran passenger trains daily. The L&N depot was built in 1909 directly behind where you are standing. It was . . . Map (db m79403) HM
37 Alabama, Shelby County, Shelby — Machine Shop Smoke Stack
On County Route 308 at County Route 42, on the left when traveling east on County Route 308.
Approximately 80 feet high. One of the few remaining Shelby Iron Company structures.Map (db m79401) HM
38 Alabama, Shelby County, Shelby — Steam Engine
On County Route 308 at County Route 42, on the left when traveling east on County Route 308.
Manufactured in Birmingham by Hardie-Tynes Co. Shelby Iron Company utilized steam power to operate the machine stop and other equipment.Map (db m79402) HM
39 Alabama, Shelby County, Shelby Springs — Shelby Springs Confederate Cemetery"Old Soldiers Grave Yard"
On County Route 42, 1 mile south of Alabama Highway 25, on the left when traveling south.
The Confederate Army established a soldier's home and hospital here (1863-1865) as a part of the CSA Camp Winn Training Site. Father Leray and the Sisters of Mercy staffed the hospital after fleeing Civil War destruction in Vicksburg, MS. They . . . Map (db m24212) HM
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40 Alabama, Shelby County, Sterrett — Old Sterrett Cemetery“Cedars of Beulah Land Burial Ground” — Pumpkin Swamp Road → .3 mile —
On Alabama Route 25 at County Route 469, on the left when traveling south on State Route 25.
This cemetery was established around 1841. The oldest marked grave is for Polly Webster (1822-May 3, 1841), daughter of Beulah Land founder Henley Webster, born February 5, 1805 in Anderson County, SC and died February 20, 1884. This hallowed ground . . . Map (db m59464) HM
41 Alabama, Shelby County, Vandiver — Sidney Word Lee(1864-1944)
On Alabama Route 25 north of Lake View Circle, on the right when traveling north.
Founder of Buffalo Rock Company (1901) in Birmingham and creator of Buffalo Rock Ginger Ale, a medicinal tonic first used in the Civil War. Lee's vision and influential support inspired the construction of this road across Double Oak Mountain . . . Map (db m52693) HM
42 Alabama, Shelby County, Vincent — Town of Vincent(Home to Alabama's Largest Living Decorated Christmas Tree)
On U.S. 231 at Florey Street, on the right when traveling south on U.S. 231.
The Town of Vincent is located on land that was granted to the Kidd family by the Governor of Alabama in the 1800's. In 1859, the land was willed to three Kidd daughters, one daughter's name was Anna Bella Vincent after whom the town was named. The . . . Map (db m61623) HM
43 Alabama, Shelby County, Westover — Mount Tabor United Methodist Church Cemetery
On County Route 280, on the left when traveling north.
This cemetery was established August 20, 1857, by George G. and Purnelea Crawford. In an earnest desire to promote God’s Kingdom on Earth, they conveyed this site to the Trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church South and their successors. . . . Map (db m59653) HM
44 Alabama, Shelby County, Westover — Town of WestoverCelebrating our Future while Preserving our History
On County Route 280, on the right when traveling north.
Located in Shelby County, the Town of Westover was established in 1901. Originally called Weldon or Cobb, Westover received its name from the AB&A Railroad. Westover was a passenger and mail stop. The Old Rock School served the children of the area . . . Map (db m62545) HM
45 Alabama, Shelby County, Wilsonville — Confederate Forts
On Alabama Route 25, on the left when traveling south.
Near this site are the remains of three forts built in 1863 by Confederate troops under the command of Major W.T. Walthall, commander of the military post at Talladega. The forts, built for protection of the Alabama-Tennessee River Railroad trestles . . . Map (db m61621) HM
46 Alabama, Shelby County, Wilsonville — History of Wilsonville, Alabama
On North Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Wilsonville, nestled near Lay Lake in Shelby County, was named for Adam Wilson. The town was incorporated in 1897. Wilsonville was of great importance in the late 1800s because of the Southern Railway and it was also a major stop on the old stage . . . Map (db m61622) HM
47 Alabama, Shelby County, Wilsonville — Wilsonville Cemetery
On McGowin Road, on the left when traveling north on McGowin Road.
This cemetery has been an important resting place for loved ones since the early 1800s. A Dutchman named Avehard is believed to be the first person buried here. The earliest marked grave dates to 1854. Sharecroppers, former slaves, educators, . . . Map (db m37225) HM
48 Alabama, Shelby County, Wilton — Town of WiltonIncorporated April 30, 1918
On Depot Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling west on Depot Street.
Side 1 Wilton, a once prominent railroad town now sits nestled quietly in the southwest corner of Shelby County. Founding members were as follows: L. McMillen, L.W. Irwin, O. H. Bice, John Westley Little, Sam Vest, L. Cochran, and O. L. . . . Map (db m76246) HM
49 Illinois, Shelby County, Cowden — Thompson Mill Bridge
On 1790 East west of 1740 East, on the right when traveling south.
The road on which this bridge is located was once an important route between Springfield and Effingham. The bridge was completed in the autumn of 1868 at a cost of $2,500 and named for the owner of the first mill near here. It is the narrowest of . . . Map (db m188395) HM
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50 Illinois, Shelby County, Moweaqua — Lincoln's Cavalry GuardLooking for Lincoln
On South Main Street south of East Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Left Section In 1863, Ohio Governor David Tod believed that Lincoln needed a cavalry body-guard. Governor Tod requested one volunteer from each county in Ohio to serve on special duty. Guernsey County, in east-central Ohio supplied Ephraim . . . Map (db m30751) HM
51 Illinois, Shelby County, Moweaqua — Moweaqua Coal Mine Disaster
On West Cherry Street west of South Plum Street, in the median.
This is the site of the Moweaqua Coal Mine Disaster which on December 24, 1932, took the lives of all 54 miners entering the mine that day. The Moweaqua Coal Mine was Shelby County's largest. An unprecedented drop in barometric pressure allowed . . . Map (db m55619) HM
52 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — "Let's Debate" by John McClarey
On East Main Street west of South Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
Sculptor John McClarey is a former Illinois high school history teacher with an international reputation as an artistic interpreter of Abraham Lincoln. He has won many prestigious awards for his work, including the Order of Lincoln in 2009. His . . . Map (db m30897) HM
53 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Abraham Lincoln - Eighth Judicial DistrictShelbyville, Illinois — County-Seat Marker —
On Main Street at Washington Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
Abraham Lincoln traveled this way as he rode the Circuit of the Eighth Judicial District ···1847 - 1857 Smaller Plaque: Presented to the Kuilka Chapter D. A. R. by O. J. PenwellMap (db m11295) HM
54 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Anthony ThorntonLooking for Lincoln — 1853 —
On East Main Street (Illinois Route 16) east of Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
Left Section Anthony Thornton and Abraham Lincoln led fairly similar lives. Both were born in Kentucky, were tall, and were Whigs. Both began practicing law in Illinois in 1836, even though Thornton was college-educated and read . . . Map (db m30755) HM
55 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — First Commercial Pick-up BalerHistoric Landmark of Agricultural Engineering
On East Main Street at South Washington Street, on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
In the Shelbyville area during the Spring of 1929, Raymore McDonald designed and developed the first commercial pick-up baler as conceived and financed by Horace Tallman and his sons, Leslie R. and Gentry L. These balers were marketed for many . . . Map (db m10992) HM
56 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Freedom Square
On East Main Street at South Washington Street, on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
May this site of "Freedom Square" be an eternal remembrance of those Shelby County Veterans who served and sacrificed that all people might live in a world of peace and freedom. [Left of the inscription, etching of General MacArthur walking . . . Map (db m80914) HM
57 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Lincoln - Thornton DebateLooking for Lincoln — 1856 —
On East Main Street (Illinois Route 16) west of South Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
Left Section In the summer of 1856, Abraham Lincoln traveled across much of Illinois, giving speeches supporting the new Republican Party and its national and state candidates. On August 9, 1856, Lincoln arrived in Shelbyville to . . . Map (db m30801) HM
58 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Lincoln's Court CasesLooking for Lincoln — 1852 —
On East Main Street (Illinois Route 16) at Broadway Street, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
Abraham Lincoln visited Shelby County to argue law cases during his journeys around the Eighth Judicial Circuit. Although Shelby County comprised a part of the circuit in the 1840's, Lincoln would forego visiting Shelbyville in favor of . . . Map (db m188365) HM
59 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Lincoln-Thornton Debate / Lincoln Circuit
On Main Street (Illinois Route 16) at Washington Street, on the left when traveling east on Main Street.
Larger Marker Here Abraham Lincoln and Anthony Thornton June 15, 1856 debated for and against Freedom in our territories. It was the initial speech that made Lincoln President and The Great . . . Map (db m11294) HM
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60 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Mrs. Josephine Garis Cochran1839-1913
On South Broadway Street south of West Main Street (Illinois Route 16), on the right when traveling south.
In a woodshed located at the rear of this site in 1886 Mrs. Josephine Garis Cochran Invented one of the first mechanical dishwashers ever built. She exhibited her patented machines at the Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893, winning . . . Map (db m188364) HM
61 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Revolutionary War Soldiers Buried in Shelby County Memorial
On East Main Street (Illinois Route 16) west of Washington Street, on the right when traveling west.
In memory and in honor of the soldiers of the American Revolution buried in Shelby County Illinois Elijah Biggs • John Cochran • John Jenkins • Obadiah Wade • Isaac WaggonerMap (db m189058) WM
62 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Soldiers and Sailors MonumentShelby County War Memorial
On East Main Street at South Washington Street, on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
On the Pillar 1776 - 1781 1812 - 1814 1846 - 1848 1861 - 1865 1898 - 1898 On the Base Erected in 1907 in memory of the Soldiers and Sailors of Shelby County Individual . . . Map (db m11131) WM
63 Illinois, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Traveling the CircuitLooking for Lincoln — 1850 —
On East Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Left Section Taverns - - or Inns - - were the primary accommodation for the circuit traveler. Before arriving in Shelbyville, the judge and lawyers had a two-day journey from Paris, usually with an overnight stay in Charleston. Abraham . . . Map (db m30784) HM
64 Illinois, Shelby County, Sigel — Veterans Memorial
On Church Street at Park Street, on the left when traveling south on Church Street.
Sigel American Legion Post 1134 To those who gave all — We honor and pray for eternal rest. To those who are missing in action — We express remembrance and hope. To those who were wounded in action — We . . . Map (db m158716) WM
65 Illinois, Shelby County, Strasburg — Lincoln and DivorceLooking for Lincoln
On Commercial Street at Cedar Street, on the right when traveling east on Commercial Street.
Left Section Abraham Lincoln handled at least 147 divorce cases during his twenty-five years as a lawyer. One in Shelby County also concerned the ownership of land. William Stewardson and Mary Jane Dawson, both English immigrants, . . . Map (db m30805) HM
66 Illinois, Shelby County, Strasburg — Strasburg Veterans Memorial
On Locust Street north of Commercial Street, on the left when traveling north.
Center Panel Strasburg Veterans Memorial All Gave Some + Some Gave All (Seals of United States Branches of Military) * Killed In Action Left Panel * * * Revolutionary War * * * John Jenkins • . . . Map (db m31021) WM
67 Indiana, Shelby County, Ray's Crossing, Union Township — 73.1959.1 — De Witt Pioneer Home
On County Road 625E, 0.4 miles north of E. Union Rd, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
Peter De Witt erected on this site in 1821 the first home in what is now Union Township, Shelby County.Map (db m228136) HM
68 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Civil War Memorial - Shelby County Indiana
On South Harrison Street north of West Taylor Street, on the left when traveling north.
( Engraved on Front ): Dumont Post No. 18 1861 - - - 1865 We honor you for your valiant service to our Country, in time of War, and in time of Peace. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Number of enlistments, 3261. ( . . . Map (db m32222) WM
69 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Historic Shelbyville High School 1896
Near West Broadway Street near South Tompkins Street.
This historic building was built in 1896 in the Victorian Eclectic style and served as Shelbyville High School through 1911. The building is a contributing historic structure in two historic districts: The Westside Historic District and the . . . Map (db m127148) HM
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70 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — 73.1996.1 — Site of Home of Thomas Andrews HendricksSeptember 7, 1819 - November 25, 1885
On N. Harrison St at E. Mechanic St, on the right when traveling north on N. Harrison St.
Outstanding lawyer; member Indiana legislature; delegate, Second Constitutional Convention, 1850-1851; Indiana Congressman, 1851-1855; United States Senator, 1863-1869; Governor of Indiana, 1873-1877; and Vice-President of the United States, 1885.Map (db m63820) HM
71 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Thomas A. Hendricks 1819- 1885
On Frank Street near East Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Thomas A. Hendricks 1819- 1885 Hoosier Statesman, patriot and staunch defender of Constitutional Government, the Hendrick family moved to Shelby County in 1822 where Hendricks attended local schools. he graduated from Hanover College, 1841, was . . . Map (db m169396) HM
72 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — 73.2011.1 — Whetzel TraceAfter the War of 1812
On State Road 9, 0.5 miles north of County Road 425N, on the left when traveling north.
After the War of 1812, the U.S. renewed efforts to obtain Indian lands in the Indiana Territory. In October 1818, the Miami, Potawatomi, Wea, and Delaware nations under pressure signed treaties with the U.S. exchanging millions of acres of their . . . Map (db m226157) HM
73 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Wilbur Shaw
Near Frank Street, 0.2 miles south of Fair Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Wilbur Shaw was born in Shelbyville on October 31, 1902, and reared here. He went on to become one of the most iconic figures in all of American sports. A household name because of his racing exploits, he loved to talk about his first race here . . . Map (db m169310) HM
74 Indiana, Shelby County, Shelbyville, Addison Township — 73.1966.2 — Indiana's First Railroad
On East Broadway Street (State Road 44) at West Hendricks Street, on the right when traveling east on East Broadway Street.
An experimental two mile road was completed to this point on July 4, 1834. A horse-drawn car carried Hoosiers on a railroad for the first time.Map (db m66839) HM
75 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Baughn BuildingErected 1886 — 605 Court Street —
On Court Street east of 7th Street, on the right when traveling east.
Historically this building housed a furniture store 1886, R.G. Fay Hardware Store 1896 & Harris Bakery and Restaurant c.1909 – 1918. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189999) HM
76 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Baughn BuildingErected 1901 — 1018-1020 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m190000) HM
77 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Beh BuildingErected 1890 — 608 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
This building originally housed Joseph F. Beh Dry Goods and Groceries Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189803) HM
78 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Book BuildingErected 1898 — 1010 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
Historically this building housed Tinsley Jewelry and Farmers & Merchants Bank, it was moved to this site from the adjacent lot south c. 1910. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189995) HM
79 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Donnan BuildingErected 1901 — 1016 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building originally housed the Dental Office of Dr. Donnan Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189997) HM
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80 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Farmers & Merchants Bank BuildingErected 1912 — 1012 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building’s original Neoclassical façade was replaced with the present modern façade in 1960 when it housed the Shelby County State Bank. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189996) HM
81 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Harlan Bank BuildingErected 1909 — 1009-1011 7th Street —
On 7th Street south of Market Street, on the right when traveling south.
This building housed the Harlan National Bank 1909-1978. The original Neoclassical façade was replaced with a modern façade in 1954. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190098) HM
82 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Hertert BuildingErected c. 1887 — 1006 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building originally housed the Hertert Brothers Land Office. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189991) HM
83 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Koolbeck BuildingErected 1901 — 1022 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building originally housed Koolbeck’s Restaurant. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190100) HM
84 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Lamb BuildingErected c. 1880 — 1007 7th Street —
On 7th Street south of Market Street, on the right when traveling south.
Historically this building housed a clothing and tailor shop and numerous drug stores. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190101) HM
85 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Lamm BuildingErected 1883 — 618 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Constructed as a one story building, the upper level was added in 1893. It has housed a restaurant, grocery and numerous retail stores. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189992) HM
86 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Long's BlockErected 1876 — 620 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
The east unit of this building historically housed a drug store and Tinsley Jewelry. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189993) HM
87 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Long's BlockErected 1880 — 1019 7th Street —
On 7th Street south of Market Street, on the right when traveling south.
The north unit of this building historically housed a drug store and Westside Saloon & Billiards Hall. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190097) HM
88 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Long's BlockErected 1876 — 624 Market Street —
On Market Street at 7th Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
This block was built for James M. Long who platted Long’s Addition. The west unit housed Gibb’s General Store. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190102) HM
89 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Luecke BuildingErected 1892 — 606 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
This building housed H.H. Luecke’s Tailor & Clothing Shop. A dentist occupied the second floor. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189802) HM
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90 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Overholt BlockErected 1893 — 1002-1004 6th Street —
On 6th Street just south of Market Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building originally housed Peterson General Merchandise in the north half and Pexton Drug Store in the south half. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189801) HM
91 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Shelby County Bank BuildingErected 1892 — 602 Market Street —
On Market Street just west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
This building was constructed to house the Shelby County Bank. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189800) HM
92 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Shelby County Bank BuildingErected 1880 — 1008 6th Street —
On 6th Street north of Court Street, on the right when traveling north.
This building was constructed as the first Shelby County Bank
location. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189987) HM
93 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Shelby County Civil War MemorialErected 1916 by Shelby County in Memory of Our Nation's Defenders
On Court Street just east of 7th Street, on the left when traveling east.
[title is inscription]Map (db m239798) WM
94 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — St. Paul's Episcopal ChurchNational Register of Historic Places
On Farnam Street just east of 8th Street, on the right when traveling west.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m176422) HM
95 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Stutsman BuildingErected 1901 — 1013-1017 7th Street —
On 7th Street south of Market Street, on the right when traveling south.
Historically this building housed a barber shop, restaurants, confectionery, theatre, and numerous grocery and retail stores. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190099) HM
96 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — T.R. Westrope BlockErected 1902 — 601 Court Street —
On Court Street just west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling east.
This building originally housed the Gibb’s Store, followed by Lemke’s Daylight Store and the Golden Rule. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m190096) HM
97 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Tinsley BuildingErected 1876 — 610 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Historically this building housed Tinsley Jewelry, Ben Griffith & Son Clothing, and Harlan Clothing. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189953) HM
98 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Veterans Memorial
On Court Street just west of 6th Street, on the left when traveling east.
POW ☆ MIA You are not forgotten In honor and memory of all prisoners of war missing in action In honor and memory of all men and women who died while serving their country In memory of all who served US Army ☆ . . . Map (db m239796) WM
99 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Weber BuildingErected 1895 — 1024 6th Street —
On 6th Street at Court Street, on the right when traveling north on 6th Street.
This building originally housed Weber’s City Bakery. It is the only building on the south half of this block to survive the fire of 1899. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189994) HM
100 Iowa, Shelby County, Harlan — Wheeler BlockErected 1885 — 612 Market Street —
On Market Street west of 6th Street, on the right when traveling west.
This building housed Rule Bros. Harlan Hardware 1885-1921 and Schwab & Bacon Hardware 1921-1992. Listed in the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m189982) HM

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