On West Branson Street, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to all the
men and women who have
honorably and faithfully
served in the Armed Forces
of the
United States of America — — Map (db m215046) WM
On Unnamed Road, 0.1 miles west of S. Bruner Road (County Road E 1100S), on the left when traveling west.
About 1747 the British encouraged the Miami at Kekionga to leave the French influence for their protection and cheaper trade goods at Pickawillany. The British post near Piqua, Ohio. Osandish, grandfather of Metocinyah, died shortly after he led his . . . — — Map (db m72540) HM
On S. Bruner Road (County Road E1100 S) 1.9 miles west of County Road S 350 E, on the left when traveling north.
Chief Metocinyah, whose village was destroyed by Campbell's troops during the Mississinewa Expedition of 1812, has been credited with quieting the Miami after the invasion. This service to the Americans is believed to be the reason his band was . . . — — Map (db m215012) HM
Near E. Hanging Rock Road, 0.8 miles east of State Road 524, on the left when traveling east.
The Legend of Hanging Rock
Wy-nu-sa was a beautiful Miami Indian maiden who thought she was in love with two handsome, strong, stalwart Indian braves. Both of the young men were deeply in love with the maiden, too, but she was not able . . . — — Map (db m71305) HM
On Washington Street at Canal Street, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.
Important Business Center
on the old Wabash Erie canal
this site presented to the
town of Lagro
by Charles Nottingham
to be Presented as a
Historical Monument — — Map (db m68098) HM
On Main St at Harrison St, on the right when traveling east on Main St.
(Front Side)
Congregation founded 1836, serving Irish who immigrated to area to work on construction of Wabash and Erie Canal, 1834-1837. Many Irish bought land and stayed as permanent residents using their religious and cultural . . . — — Map (db m61121) HM
Near E. Hanging Rock Road, 0.8 miles east of State Road 524, on the left when traveling east.
History of the River
The Wabash Valley drained thousands of square miles of the Wisconsin glacier during the latter part of the Ice Age, acting as the primary sluiceway for unimaginably large amounts of glacial meltwater that would dwarf . . . — — Map (db m68095)
(Front Side)
Church of the Brethren founded 1708 in Europe. By 1778, Brethren met annually to determine church policy. First annual meeting in Indiana was in Elkhart County 1852. North Manchester Church of the Brethren hosted annual . . . — — Map (db m61112) HM
On N. Market St, 0.1 miles north of E. 4th Street.
(Front Side)
Born 1854 in North Manchester in this house on Main Street. Was Governor of Indiana 1909-13. Under his leadership, Indiana General Assembly enacted legislation, called the "Marshall Constitution," to improve government . . . — — Map (db m61111) HM
This millstone is a remnant of the grist and saw mills built near here for Miami Indians by United States government as part of 1818 Treaty of St. Mary's. Treaty also established several Miami reservations in area. Possibly first industrial site in . . . — — Map (db m61118) HM
On N Chippewa Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built 1863 by Alex. Abshire
Donated to the Town of
Roann by. Jess Abshire
heirs April 1966
Originally a 2 story
dwelling. Moved as a
1 story dwelling July 1966 — — Map (db m234869) HM
On County Road 900 S, 0.2 miles west of County Road 650 W, on the right when traveling east.
Captured as a child by the Delaware Indians in 1778 from her Pennsylvania home, she grew up with the Indians, married a Miami chief, and lived in Indiana till her death, 1847. — — Map (db m61140) HM
Near County Road 900 S, 0.2 miles west of County Road 650 W, on the right when traveling east.
(North Face)
Frances Slocum
A child of English descent, was born in Warwick, Rhode Island, March, 1773, was carried into captivity from her father's house at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. November 2, 1778, by Delaware Indians soon . . . — — Map (db m85240) HM
On Indiana Route 16, 0.1 miles east of Indiana Route 16, on the right when traveling west.
Mill Facts
14,000 Gallons per Minute
pass through the Stockdale Mill Dam
The building itself is
Over 160 Years Old
The building is on the
National Register of Historic Places
The Stockdale Mill has . . . — — Map (db m163120) HM
On Local Road N800W close to State Route 16, on the right when traveling north.
Built 1857
Owned by
James M. Deck Family
Since 1881
Dedicated by
Hon. Peter Tilton Chapter
National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century
As an historic site - Sept. 20, 1992 — — Map (db m163119) HM
The Problem
The Stockdale Mill has worked well for the production of flour and corn meal since construction in 1856 however;
the dam that provides waterpower to the mill turbine also hindered the ability of fish to migrate upstream. Nearly . . . — — Map (db m163122) HM
Near W. Market Street at S. Miami Street (State Road 15), on the right when traveling east.
Hanging from this pole is a 2/3 size replica of the actual Brush Carbon Arc light. Four of these were attached to the top of the Wabash County Courthouse in 1880, thus making Wabash the first electrically lighted city in the world. — — Map (db m76494) HM
On Columbus Street at Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling west on Columbus Street.
Site of 11th Congressional District military camp used to rendezvous, recruit and organize the 75th, 89th, 101st, 118th and 153rd Indiana Regiments during the Civil War. — — Map (db m1456) HM
Meals for the treaty participants were prepared in the cook’s cabin.
While the exact number of participants is not known, it is documented that the Potawatomie and Miami tribes camped on both sides of the Wabash River, numbered in the several . . . — — Map (db m76569) HM
The Council House was used by the commissioners during negotiations and preparation of the Treaty of 1826. Following the completion of the treaty signing, it continued to play an important role in the development of the area.
In the spring of . . . — — Map (db m76574) HM
On West Canal Street east of South Wabash Street (Indiana Route 13), on the left when traveling east.
Dr. James H. Ford
Dr. James H. Ford erected 73 W. Canal in 1887. The first floor was his office and the second was a "carriage repository" for F.M. Beck's harness and buggy stock. Dr. Ford held a medical record in Indiana by assisting the . . . — — Map (db m215049) HM
On March 31, 1880, officials of Wabash began experimenting with Charles F. Brush’s carbon-arc lights. Four 3,000 candlepower lamps were placed atop the courthouse and used to illuminate the town until September, 1888. — — Map (db m1457) HM
On East Hill Street east of East Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Formerly Hanna Cemetery
Named for Col. Hugh Hanna 1799 - 1869
A founding father of Wabash
Donor of land for schools, churches and government.
A founder and first Worship Master of
Hanna Masonic Lodge No. 61, 1847
This monument erected in . . . — — Map (db m232365) HM
On West Hill Street at Court Street, on the right when traveling east on West Hill Street.
Co. H 8th Ind. Vol. killed in Battle at Rich Mountain Vir. July 11, 1861. First Soldier from Wabash Co. to sacrifice his life for our country. — — Map (db m215058) HM WM
On East Market Street (Indiana Route 15) at South Wabash (Indiana Route 13), on the right when traveling west on East Market Street.
Few race car drivers represented their sport like Wabash, Indiana's Jimmy Daywalt, born here on August 28th, 1924. Handsome, articulate, and talented, he raced his way from the rough, dangerous dirt tracks and bullrings to the top echelon of auto . . . — — Map (db m168223) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street.
The treaty between the United States and the Miami Tribe of Indians was held near this spring October 23, 1826 U.S. Commissioners Louis Cass, James B. Ray and John Tipton.
Erected Indiana Centennial Year 1916 — — Map (db m76495) HM
On Wabash Riverwalk east of East Market Street, on the left when traveling east.
Site chosen for 1826 Treaty of the Mississinewa due to the plentiful spring that once sprang forth from adjacent hill creating this wilderness valley Paradise.
In the early 1820's, the northern half of Indiana was predominantly occupied by . . . — — Map (db m215054) HM
Near S. Huntington Street south of E. Fulton Street.
Paradise Spring Historical Park is rich with history. In 1826, United States representatives met on this site with the chiefs of the Miami and the Potowatami tribes. A treaty was signed allowing for white settlement of land in northern Indiana and . . . — — Map (db m76548) HM
At treaty ground (two blocks east) in October, 1826, Potawatomi and Miami tribes signed treaties with the United States ceding lands north of the Wabash River. The treaties included provisions for land for a canal and the Michigan Road. — — Map (db m1458) HM
During treaty negotiations, military guards stood around-the-clock watch. Captain Kintner was the officer in charge of these men.
Guards were provided shelter when in camp, sufficient ration of beef and bread or flour with salt, and one gill . . . — — Map (db m76576) HM
Born in Jefferson County, Kentucky, Governor Ray studied law at the University of Cincinnati and established a practice in Brookville, Indiana.
Prior to being elected governor, he served one term as a state representative and two terms as a state . . . — — Map (db m76580) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street.
Born in New Hampshire and a veteran of the War of 1812, Governor Cass was a skilled maker of treaties.
In 1831 President Andrew Jackson appointed Governor Cass Secretary of War. He later served as Minister to France.
In the mid 1840's, . . . — — Map (db m76578) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street.
A veteran of the Battle of Tippecanoe, General Tipton was apointed to the Indian Agency located in Ft. Wayne Indiana, by President Monroe.
John Quincy Adams appointed Major General Tipton Indian Commissionder to oversee treaties with the Indians . . . — — Map (db m76577) HM
Near S. Huntington Street south of E. Fulton Street.
The first settlements in Wabash County soon followed the Treaty of 1826. The treaty grounds became known as the headquarters for new comers.
The Samueal McClure, Sr. family moved to the treaty grounds in January, 1827. They later built a log . . . — — Map (db m76566) HM
The original treaty camp had four storage cabins. In addition to storing goods and supplies for the camp, they also stored items for Indian trade.
Traders were instructed to arrive with an attractive selection of items to be used in the treaty . . . — — Map (db m76575) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street.
In 1872, the Cincinnati, Wabash, and Michigan Railroad was built through Wabash County. It later became the Cleveland, Chicago, Cincinnati, and St. Louis Railroad, also known as the Big Four.
The Big Four maintenance shops were constructed on this . . . — — Map (db m76567) HM
On West Hill Street east of South Cass Street (Indiana Route 15), on the right when traveling east.
With the possible exception of a few pioneer tombstones, this bell, forged in Cincinnati ca. 1845, is probably the oldest manufactured artifact in Wabash. For years it played significant public roles in the town, calling folks to worship and . . . — — Map (db m215063) HM
Near S. Huntington Street south of E. Fulton Street.
The Wabash River begins as a small stream near Fort Recovery, Ohio and passes through 16 Indiana counties on its 500 mile journey to its confluence with the Ohio River.
The river was named Wah-Bah-Shi -Ka, meaning “water over the white . . . — — Map (db m76549) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street.
In 1896, with the aid of dynamite, mules, and strong backs, railroad workers began cutting through the ancient Wabash Reef thus creating the “Big Four Cut.”
The Wabash Reef, located northeast of the park and visible from where you are . . . — — Map (db m76547) HM
On S. Miami Street (State Road 15) at W. Market Street, on the right when traveling north on S. Miami Street.
(Side One)
Thomas F. Payne
The New Bradley Building
Thomas Payne constructed this historic building in 1868 for a woodworking and furniture shop that was without equal within 100 miles. In 1920, the Bradley family, with architect . . . — — Map (db m76493) HM
Near E. Market Street, 0.2 miles east of S. Allen Street. Reported permanently removed.
In the early 1820's, the northern half of Indiana had very little white settlement.
The Miami and Potawatomie Indians had suffered serious defeats at the hands of General Anthony Wayne along the Maumee River (1794) and William Henry Harrison at . . . — — Map (db m215014) HM
On West Hill Street west of South Miami Street, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated in memory of the
Union Soldiers of Wabash County
Nor shall their story be forgot
While Fame her record keeps
Or Honor points the hallowed spot
Where Valor proudly sleeps
1861-1865
Spanish American War 1898-1901 . . . — — Map (db m215647) WM
On South Wabash Street (Indiana Route 15) at Wabash Riverwalk, on the right when traveling north on South Wabash Street.
Let this memorial forever recognize citizens of Wabash and Wabash County who selflessly dedicated themselves to service for the greater good of their fellow man, community, county, country, and world. — — Map (db m215047) WM
On West Hill Street west of South Wabash Street, on the left when traveling west.
( Top - Center Panel )
Forever Honoring our heroes
who gave their lives - - and
Dedicated to the men and women
of Wabash County who served
their Country in armed conflict
Erected by the . . . — — Map (db m215017) WM
