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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Wayne County, Indiana

 
Clickable Map of Wayne County, Indiana 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 Wayne County, IN (103) Fayette County, IN (23) Henry County, IN (38) Randolph County, IN (37) Union County, IN (12) Darke County, OH (90) Preble County, OH (38)  WayneCounty(103) Wayne County (103)  FayetteCounty(23) Fayette County (23)  HenryCounty(38) Henry County (38)  RandolphCounty(37) Randolph County (37)  UnionCounty(12) Union County (12)  DarkeCountyOhio(90) Darke County (90)  PrebleCounty(38) Preble County (38)
Richmond is the county seat for Wayne County
Adjacent to Wayne County, Indiana
      Fayette County (23)  
      Henry County (38)  
      Randolph County (37)  
      Union County (12)  
      Darke County, Ohio (90)  
      Preble County, Ohio (38)  
 
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1 Indiana, Wayne County, Bethel — Memoriam
On Indiana Route 227, on the left when traveling south.
Original church organized 1821. Church on this site erected 1852. Church services held here till 1894. Building razed in 1966. The first Christian Church north of U.S. 40 in the state of Indiana.Map (db m227620) HM
2 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — 1904-1925 "Dinkey"
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) at Foote Street, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
A line extended between Cambridge City and Milton with a car going every hour. This car resembled the street cars and was dubbed the "Dinkey". The fee was 5¢. Open cars were run in the summer and closed cars in the winter last run on . . . Map (db m228229) HM
3 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — 89.1992.2 — Cambridge City
On West Main Street (U.S. 40) at Foote Street, on the left when traveling west on West Main Street.
A transportation center, platted 1836 along the Whitewater River, the Cumberland/National Road, and the Whitewater Canal route. Four steam railroads served the town; interurban electric railroad opened 1903. Cambridge City Historic District listed . . . Map (db m63949) HM
4 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — Cambridge City Veterans Memorial
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated in memory of those who fought to maintain this nation’s freedom Map (db m120306) WM
5 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — General Solomon Meredith
On West Main Street (U.S. 40) west of North Center Street, on the right when traveling west.
Union Army General Solomon Meredith 1810-1875 Iron Brigade 6th Wis • 7th Wis • 2nd Wis • 19th Ind • 24th MichMap (db m228232) WM
6 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — Huddleston House1839 1940
On National Road (U.S. 40), on the left when traveling east.
Built by John Huddleston of bricks made on this farm. Located on the old National Road now U.S. Highway 40. The house is typical of the architecture of the period. Pioneers going west in covered wagons found food and shelter here. . . . Map (db m152014) HM
7 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — Indian Boundary LineThe Treaty of Fort Wayne — The Twelve Mile Purchase/ The Ten O’Clock Line —
On Old National Road (U.S. 40) at Dale Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Old National Road.
Indian Boundary Line marking the Twelve Mile Purchase from the Indians by the Fort Wayne Treaty in 1809 by Gov. William Henry Harrison Placed by the National Old Trails Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution . . . Map (db m120639) HM
8 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — 89.1963.1 — Iron Brigade Commander
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) at South Gay Street, on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
One-quarter mile south of this marker is the home of General Solomon A. Meredith, Iron Brigade Commander at Gettysburg. Born in North Carolina, Meredith was an Indiana political leader and post-war Surveyor-General of Montana Territory.Map (db m4122) HM
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9 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — Lincoln's Funeral Train
On West Main Street (U.S. 40) west of South Center Street, on the left when traveling west.
Lincoln's Funeral Train April 30th 1865 - April 30th 2015 150th AnniversaryMap (db m228233) HM
10 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — 89.1992.1 — Overbeck House and Studio
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) at South Pearl Street, on the left when traveling west on East Main Street.
Indiana's first art pottery, a nationally-recognized product of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, was produced 1911–1955 by the Overbeck sisters. Their 1930s Federal Style house, one block south, was listed in National Register of . . . Map (db m265) HM
11 Indiana, Wayne County, Cambridge City — 89.2014.1 — Virginia Claypool Meredith"Queen of American Agriculture"
On National Road (U.S. 40), on the left when traveling west.
As a writer, speaker, stockbreeder, and university professor, Meredith (born 1848) encouraged women to pursue education and careers related to farm life. She inherited Oakland Farm, three blocks south, 1882. Successfully grew business and . . . Map (db m120302) HM
12 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — Early Masonic Hall
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
Webb Lodge No. 24, established in 1823, leased the second floor of this building owned by Israel Abrahams, Centerville merchant, and met alternately here and at Richmond until 1827. Hiram Lodge No. 42 also met here, 1846. erected by the . . . Map (db m139260) HM
13 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — 89.2013.1 — George Washington Julian
On E. Main Street (U.S. 40) at N. Third Street, on the left when traveling east on E. Main Street.
(Side One) A political leader defined by his moral convictions, Julian (1817-1899) advocated for abolition, equal rights and land reform, during a period marked by slavery, Civil War, monopolies, and discrimination against blacks, . . . Map (db m69282) HM
14 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — Honor RollWorld War I
On North Morton Avenue at Plum Street, on the right when traveling north on North Morton Avenue.
Honor Roll erected in honor of the men of Center Twp. Wayne Co., Ind. who answered their country’s call to serve for God and humanity in the World War 1917- 1918 by the War Mothers and Citizens of this Twp. (94 names, 1 killed in action, 3 . . . Map (db m139262) WM
15 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — John Scott, 1793 (?)-1838
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
John Scott, 1793 (?)-1838 Pioneer Journalist, Centerville editor and publisher of Indiana Gazetteer dedicated by Indiana East Chapter SPJ, Sigma Delta Chi October 22, 1978Map (db m139136) HM
16 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — Mansion House
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
The Mansion House Historic National Road Tavern Built 1837 Presented to The Wayne County, Indiana, Historical Society January 1967 by Lola C. Beckett who also gave her extensive collection of regional antiquities, gathered with . . . Map (db m139311) HM
17 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — Old Salisbury Court House
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
Old Salisbury Court House Wayne County’s first seat of justice Built 1811 in Salisbury Reconstructed in 1952 on this site The only original log court house still standing in Old Northwest Territory Marker presented by Weetomp Chapter . . . Map (db m139137) HM
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18 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — 89.1962.1 — Oliver P. Morton Home
On West Main Street east of Willow Grove Road, on the left when traveling west.
Residence of Oliver P. Morton, Governor of Indiana during the crucial years of the American Civil War, 1861-65. U.S. Senator, 1867-77. Morton was the first native-born governor of Indiana.Map (db m264) HM
19 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — Pike TownsHistoric National Road / Make History, Drive It — The Road That Built The Nation —
On E. Main Street (U.S. 40) at N. First Street, on the right when traveling west on E. Main Street.
(Side One) The National Road--along which you now stand—arrived here in Centerville in 1832. Centerville was an early "pike town". Regularly spaced about a day's journey apart by wagon, pike towns welcomed travelers and catered to . . . Map (db m69309) HM
20 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville — 89.2018.1 — Wayne County SeminaryOld School Site on the National Road
On Old National Road (U.S. 40) at Spruce Street, on the left when traveling west on Old National Road.
Side A Non-denominational academies called county seminaries opened across Indiana soon after statehood. Wayne County Seminary opened at present day Spruce and School Streets in 1829 and by 1835 offered elementary to collegiate level classes for . . . Map (db m120296) HM
21 Indiana, Wayne County, Centerville, Center Township — The Stencil House 1820
On West Main Street (U.S. 40) at South Spruce Street, on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.
Early Centerville inn Restored 1984 Betty & Keith Hohenstein Heritage Club Richmond, Ind.Map (db m221887) HM
22 Indiana, Wayne County, Dublin — 89.2003.1 — Indiana’s First Woman’s Rights Convention
On Cumberland Street (U.S. 40) west of Davis Street, on the right when traveling west.
A convention was called for by reform-minded Congregational Friends meeting at Greensboro, Henry County, January 1851. Convention held October 14-15, 1851 at Dublin adopted resolutions for political, social, and financial rights for women. Women and . . . Map (db m270) HM
23 Indiana, Wayne County, Dublin — John Burney's Carriage Shop
On Historic National Road (U.S. 40) at Foundry Street, on the right when traveling east on Historic National Road.
Built approx. 1845 by Henry Jackson. Used as Burney's Carriage Shop 1880-91. Restoration work was started in 1978 by Lee and Cassie Lynch assisted by Icel Burchett.Map (db m152011) HM
24 Indiana, Wayne County, East Germantown — 89.1978.1 — East Germantown Civil War Band
On Old National Road (U.S. 40) at Milton Street, on the right when traveling west on Old National Road.
Band organized in East Germantown; members enlisted in 1862. Assigned to the Twelfth Regiment of Indiana Volunteers. Fought with General Ulysses S. Grant. Marched with General William T. Sherman from Atlanta to the sea. Erected in memory of D.W. . . . Map (db m4668) HM
25 Indiana, Wayne County, Fountain City — Fountain City Veterans MemorialWillow Grove Cemetery
Near Cross Street (U.S. 27).
In honor of all who served this nation and in memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend it and the freedom we cherish.Map (db m120386) WM
26 Indiana, Wayne County, Fountain City — Home of Levi Coffin
On Cross Street (U.S. 27) at South Water Street, on the right when traveling north on Cross Street.
1827 1847 This house was called the "Union Depot of the Underground Railroad," and more than 2000 escaped slaves were cared for here. Tablet placed by Wayne Co. Society of IndianapolisMap (db m4482) HM
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27 Indiana, Wayne County, Fountain City — 89.2002.1 — Levi Coffin
On Cross Street (U.S. 27) at South Water Street, on the right when traveling north on Cross Street.
(Front Side): Levi Coffin (1798-1877), a Quaker abolitionist, lived in Newport (now Fountain City) with his family 1826-1847. Moved from North Carolina because he and his wife, Catharine, opposed slavery. Advocated, and sold in his store, . . . Map (db m4480) HM
28 Indiana, Wayne County, Hagerstown — Home Sweet Home
On County Road 750E, 0.4 miles south of County Road 200N, on the right when traveling south.
When you enter the front door, you feel like you are stepping back into 1867 to experience a visit with Milton, Susan, and their three sons, Reuchlin, Lorin, and baby, Wilbur. Susan Wright wanted to settle down and own their own home for the . . . Map (db m152168) HM
29 Indiana, Wayne County, Milton — Valley Grove CemeteryValley Grove Church
On Indiana Route 1, on the right when traveling south.
The Valley Grove Cemetery Association was organized Jan. 1, 1876. The original officers were - John Wallace, President     B. F. Beeson, Secretary     John W. Ferguson, Treasurer The Valley Grove Church was completed on this . . . Map (db m120319) HM
30 Indiana, Wayne County, Milton — Valley Grove Veterans Memorial
On Indiana Route 1, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated in memory of those who fought to maintain this nations freedomMap (db m120320) WM
31 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — 1968 Downtown Richmond Explosion
On Main Street (U.S. 40) at 5th Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
In memory of the forty-one persons who lost their lives in the tragic downtown explosion April 6, 1968 and with everlasting gratitude to those who helped give rebirth to this cityMap (db m21999) HM
32 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — 89.2018.2 — Bishop William Paul QuinnBethel AME Church
On South 6th street at South B Street, on the right when traveling south on South 6th street.
Side A As a traveling missionary and preacher, Quinn helped establish the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) in free and slave states before the Civil War. He influenced the faith, community, and education of thousands of . . . Map (db m120251) HM
33 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — C. Francis Jenkins
On East Main Street just west of North 8th Street (U.S. 27), on the right when traveling west.
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34 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — 89.1963.2 — Camp Wayne
On South 10th Street at Park Place, on the left when traveling south on South 10th Street.
Civil War training camp for the then 5th Congressional District was located on the old fairgrounds. The 16th, 36th, 57th, 69th, 74th, 84th, and 124th regiments of Indiana Volunteers were organized and trained here.Map (db m133615) HM
35 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — 150 — Esther G. WhiteRoad to the 19th Amendment — National Votes for Women Trail —
On South 9th Street (U.S. 27) north of South B Street, on the left when traveling north.
Suffragist & journalist Est. "The Little Paper" 1915. In which she advocated for women's rights & suffrage. Former home on this site.Map (db m232951) HM
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36 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Freedom Fountain
On 5th Street at Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on 5th Street.
Donated and built by The Citizens of Wayne County in grateful appreciation and eternal remembrance of Wayne County Veterans, of all wars, killed in action or declared missing, who have made the supreme sacrifice that freedom . . . Map (db m22002) HM
37 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — German Heritage
On South 9th Street (U.S. 27) north of South E Street, on the left when traveling north.
As German immigrants entered the United States in large numbers in the mid 19th century, many found their home in Richmond. Here, the city's trade and industrial opportunities offered a favorable climate for German residents looking to start a new . . . Map (db m232949) HM
38 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Historic National RoadThe Road That Built the Nation
On Old National Road (U.S. 40) at 22nd Street, on the right when traveling west on Old National Road.
Side A Standing Tall Dedicated on October 28, 1928, this Madonna statue is a tribute to the pioneering spirit of women. In 1911 the Daughters of the American Revolution proposed a “model highway” from Washington, DC, to Los . . . Map (db m139349) HM
39 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Historic National Road / Make History, Drive ItThe Road That Built the Nation
On Old National Road (U.S. 40) at Industrial Parkway, on the left when traveling west on Old National Road.
An Important Road The National Road is a true American icon, conceived by George Washington, authorized by Thomas Jefferson, and traveled by Abraham Lincoln. In 1806 construction of the National Road was approved by the US Congress . . . Map (db m139348) HM
40 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Honoring Women Veteranspast, present, & future
On Remembering Veterans Drive, 0.1 miles north of Johnson Drive, on the right when traveling north.
During every conflict Women were there Prior to 1900 women participated in all armed conflicts, but only in support roles, mainly as nurses. Women were officially barred from serving in the military, but many disguised themselves as men . . . Map (db m232133) WM
41 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — 89.2020.1 — Indiana University EastWhitewater Hall
Near Chester Boulevard (U.S. 27) just north of Locust Drive, on the right when traveling north.
In 1946, Indiana University joined Earlham College to form an extension center in Richmond to meet the region’s educational needs. The center offered the first two years of college credit through evening classes held at the Earlham campus. In . . . Map (db m238570) HM
42 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Korean War Memorial1950 - 1955
On 5th Street at Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on 5th Street.
Dedicated to those who fought to keep South Korea free and to those who maintain the vigilance. Dedicated June 23, 1984Map (db m22003) WM
43 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Madonna of the Trail
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) near North 22th Street, on the left when traveling east.
(Southwest Face) N.S.D.A.R. Memorial to the Pioneer Mothers of the Covered Wagon Days. (Northwest Face) A Nation's Highway! Once a wilderness trail over which hardy pioneers made their perilous way seeking new homes in the dense forests of the . . . Map (db m244) HM
44 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Madonna of the TrailSide Marker
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) at North 22nd Street, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
The Madonna of the Trail statue, commissioned by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, was designed and sculpted by August Leimbach of St. Louis, Missouri. It symbolizes the courage, faith, and spirit of the pioneer mothers who . . . Map (db m138880) HM
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45 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Mary B. Thistlethwaite Birdsall Home“Lauramoore”
On Williamsburg Pike (U.S. 35) at Richmond Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Williamsburg Pike.
A premier suffragist and advocate of women’s rights, Mary B. Thistlethwaite Birdsall was the women’s editor of the Indiana Farmer and in 1855 became editor and proprietor of the “Lily”, a nationally distributed magazine devoted to the . . . Map (db m138968) HM
46 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Mendenhall-Clay Debate / Confrontation
On N A Street (U.S. 40) at 7th Street, on the right when traveling west on N A Street.
On October First, 1842, in what was then an open tract in this city square. Henry Clay, the leader of the Whig Party, delivered an address to an immense multitude and Hiram Mendenhall, a Quaker abolitionist, presented to him on behalf of the . . . Map (db m138953) HM
47 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Old Camp Wayne1861 1865
On South 9th Street (U.S. 27) at S E Street, on the right when traveling south on South 9th Street.
Upon this hallowed and historic ground was organized and mustered into the volunteer service, for the preservation of the Union, the loyal and patriotic men composing the following regiments: 16th Indiana Vol. Inf. 36th Indiana . . . Map (db m138927) WM
48 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Old Richmond
On South 9th Street (U.S. 27) north of South B Street, on the left when traveling north.
Located south of Richmond's historic downtown, the Old Richmond Historic District encompasses more than 200 acres and 500 buildings associated with the development of Richmond from 1819 to 1935. The district includes the land associated with the . . . Map (db m232950) HM
49 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Richmond Police Department Memorial
Near N. 5th Street.
In honor of those who gave their lives for their community Amos Markle, Mar. 13, 1884 George Little, July 8, 1916 Elmer Stephenson, July 8, 1916 John Hennigar, Oct. 21, 1924 Police Officer's Prayer “Lord I ask for courage . . . Map (db m22017) HM
50 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Richmond's Record Roots
On Fort Wayne Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Charles Mosey, president of Mosey Manufacturing, began his notable career by making record dies in 1946.Map (db m22016) HM
51 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Sailor Street
On 8th Street at Sailor Street, on the left when traveling south on 8th Street.
Named for John Sailor, Richmond's first mayor after incorporation in 1840. As taverns required a back entrance on a street, this alley north of Main, from 7th to 11th, was named Sailor Street. This site is where the Starr House, noted hotel . . . Map (db m41478) HM
52 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — The Boundary Line Between Government and Indian Lands
On Old National Road (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
This Tablet Marks the Boundary Line Between Government and Indian Lands fixed by Gen. Anthony Wayne and Twelve Tribes of Indians in the Greenville Treaty 1795 also The Site of Salisbury 1/3 mile south east ---- the first . . . Map (db m120635) HM
53 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — The First Toll Gate
On East Main Street (U.S. 40) near North 22th Street, on the left when traveling east.
This tablet marks the site of the first toll gate in the state of Indiana erected about 1850.Map (db m288) HM
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54 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — The Four BouldersBulla- Hoover School — College Hill School —
On Chester Blvd (U.S. 27), on the right when traveling north.
The four boulders forming the base of this marker were the corner stones of the Bulla- Hoover school built by the first settlers in 1809, one hundred forty feet east of this spot, on the line between the Hoover and Clawson grants of land. This land . . . Map (db m138708) HM
55 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Thistlethwaite FallsWhitewater Gorge
On Waterfall Road, on the right when traveling east.
On this site in 1854 Timothy Thistlethwaite and his brother-in-law Joseph Ratliff dammed the water of the river with the use of farm teams, placing large boulders at the bottom of an earth and stone fill in the river channel; this changing the . . . Map (db m138711) HM
56 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Vietnam War Memorial1961 - 1975
On 5th Street at Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on 5th Street.
Dedicated to those who served in VietnamMap (db m22008) WM
57 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Wayne Township World War II Memorial
On 5th Street at Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on 5th Street.
A living memorial dedicated in commemoration of those who made the supreme sacrifice in World War II from Wayne Township In grateful tribute to all men and women of this area who have or will serve in defense of our country Rededicated by . . . Map (db m22009) WM
58 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond — Whitewater Hall
On Chester Boulevard (U.S. 27).
In 1971, the Trustees of Indiana University, with significant financial assistance from local residents, purchased land for a new campus in Richmond. Breaking ground in 1972, the main building of Indiana University East was dedicated by IU President . . . Map (db m169366) HM
59 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — 1st Marine Div — Guadalcanal
On Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street, on the left when traveling north.
7 Aug - 22 Dec 1942 First ground offensive in Pacific US KIA 620 — WIA 1517 Japanese KIA 30,000 Awarded Presidential Unit Citation SSG Joseph A. Burgess 41-44 1st BN 1st Marines 1st Marine Div [Second bench] LTC Crozier A. . . . Map (db m222154) HM WM
60 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — 9/11 Memorial
Near Remembering Veterans Drive, 0.1 miles south of Johnson Street.
In memory of the victims of the Sept. 1, 2001 terrorist attack on the United StatesMap (db m222066) WM
61 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Alberta Hunter — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Considered the first lady blues singer, Hunter had a long career as a singer, a composer and an actress. She recorded for Gennett in 1924. Donated in honor of Alberta Hunter, female pioneer who sang “songs inspiring brotherhood and love,” by the . . . Map (db m221923) HM
62 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Artie Shaw — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
On South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Artie Shaw was one of the greatest clarinetists, composers, and bandleaders of the 20th century. He made his first recordings in 1928 at the Gennett Studio in Richmond. Dedicated to Linda Gennett Irmscher, to assure that she will be remembered . . . Map (db m221911) HM
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63 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Bell UH-1 Iroquois (Huey)Tail Number 66-16569
Near Remembering Veterans Drive, 0.1 miles north of Johnson Street.
It was sent to Vietnam in June 1967. It was stated at An Son air base in Vietnam. It had over 1400 hours combat flying time. There were more than 16,000 Huey's produced. Throughout the Vietnam war, the Huey was used by all 5 branches of the . . . Map (db m222058) HM
64 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Big Bill Broonzy — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Big Bill Broonzy recorded for the Champion label in Richmond from 1930 to 1932 and helped create the Chicago blues sound. Donated in memory of John Lumsden, first president of Starr Piano, Inc., by Brian Henry Martin, sixth president, Pacific . . . Map (db m221910) HM
65 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Bix Beiderbecke — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1924 groundbreaking jazz cornetist Bix Beiderbecke made his first recordings in Richmond for the Gennett label as a member of the Wolverine Orchestra. Donated in memory of Henry Gennett Martin, fifth president of Starr Piano, Inc., by his wife . . . Map (db m221913) HM
66 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Blind Lemon Jefferson — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Blind Lemon Jefferson was widely influential as a country blues singer, guitarist and songwriter. His final songs were recorded in Gennett's Richmond studio in 1929. In honor of the music-loving family and friends of Betty Blunk and in memory of . . . Map (db m221901) HM
67 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Bradley Kincaid — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A guitarist, folk singer, and ballad collector, Bradley Kincaid was the first big country star in radio. He made his first recordings at Gennett's Chicago studio in 1927. In loving memory of Bill and June Lingle by Paul and Pat Lingle.Map (db m221899) HM
68 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Charley Patton — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
As the first great Mississippi Delta bluesman, Charley Patton greatly influenced future performers. A singer and guitarist, he recorded at Gennett's Richmond studio in 1929. Memory of Dora Bowling, and Billy and Glenna Phillips, by Rancer and . . . Map (db m221919) HM
69 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Civil War Memorial
Near Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street.
U.S. Civil War 1861 - 1865 3,217,000 served 620,000 died 320 died from Wayne Co. Erected 2008 by Wm. P. Benton Camp 28 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil WarMap (db m222117) WM
70 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Coleman Hawkins — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.3 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Coleman Hawkins transformed the tenor saxophone from a novelty instrument into a cornerstone of jazz. He recorded with Fletcher Henderson's orchestra for Gennett in 1926. Paul and Pat Lingle community stewards and friends of Starr-GennettMap (db m221897) HM
71 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Duke Ellington — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A jazz composer, pianist and bandleader, Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was among the most accomplished musicians of the 20th century. He recorded for Gennett in 1926. Dedicated to Duncan Schiedt, photographer, jazz archivist and author of The . . . Map (db m221921) HM
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72 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Ernest & Hattie Frost Stoneman — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Ernest “Pop” and Hattie Frost Stoneman, along with their children, became famous in broadcast country music as the Stoneman Family. Ernest and Hattie recorded for Gennett in the mid-1920's. Donated in loving memory of Lizeta Campbell Johnson by . . . Map (db m221918) HM
73 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Fats Waller — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Thomas “Fats” Waller was a gifted jazz pianist and singer as well as a versatile, prolific and influential composer. He recorded for Gennett in 1924. In memory of Roland H. “Doc” Cutter, mayor of Richmond, 1956-1963. Donors: Nancy Cutter Turula, . . . Map (db m221917) HM
74 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Fletcher Henderson — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A superb arranger, bandleader and pianist, Fletcher Henderson helped create big band jazz. He recorded for Gennett in New York City with Coleman Hawkins in 1926. Donated in memory of Sam Meier, historian and Starr employee, by the Starr-Gennett . . . Map (db m221914) HM
75 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Gene Autry — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Early country music star Gene Autry first recorded for the Gennett label in 1929. Many of his recordings were issued on Gennett's Champion label. Donated in memory of Harry Gennett Jr. by his familyMap (db m221916) HM
76 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Gennett RecordsRecording Studio Site 1920-1934
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
[Side one] This sign marks the north wall of the studio's reception room and engineering office, a 20 x 30 foot space. To the right was a small waiting room that led to the studio entrance door. Just outside the door lay the railroad . . . Map (db m221890) HM
77 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Georgia Tom — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.3 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Thomas A. Dorsey recorded blues for the Gennett label from 1928 to 1930, using the name Georgia Tom. After 1932 he was most famous for writing and performing gospel music. Donated by First Bank RichmondMap (db m221893) HM
78 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Guy Lombardo — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.3 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A Canadian, Guy Lombardo founded a perennially popular dance band known as the Royal Canadians. Their first recordings were made in Gennett's Richmond studio. Donated in memory of Alice Lumsden (wife of Henry Gennett), by Roseanne Karlebach . . . Map (db m221895) HM
79 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Hoagy Carmichael — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1925 native Hoosier Hoagy Carmichael made his first recordings in Richmond for the Gennett label and first recorded his famous song “Stardust” for Gennett in 1927. Donated in memory of Harry Gennett, third president of Starr Piano, Inc., by . . . Map (db m221925) HM
80 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Homer Rodeheaver — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A gospel singer, composer and publisher, Homer Rodeheaver was evangelist Billy Sunday's music director for twenty years. He recorded for Gennett from 1921 to 1924. Dedicated to Harry Leavell, faithful and trustworthy friend of the Gennett family . . . Map (db m221924) HM
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81 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Jelly Roll Morton — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1923 Jelly Roll Morton recorded in Richmond for the Gennett label with The New Orleans Rhythm Kings and on solo piano, recording many of his celebrated original songs. Donated in memory of Rose Gennett Martin, fourth president of Starr Piano, . . . Map (db m221920) HM
82 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — King Oliver — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.3 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1923 jazz pioneer King Oliver made his first recordings in Richmond for the Gennett label as the leader of King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band. Donated by Optical Disc SolutionsMap (db m221896) HM
83 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Lawrence Welk — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Lawrence Welk is best known for the television program, “The Lawrence Welk Show,” but he made his first recordings in Richmond for the Gennett label in 1928. Donated in memory of Clarence Gennett by his familyMap (db m221904) HM
84 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Lonnie Johnson — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Johnson was among the great blues performers of the 1920's. Best known for his guitar playing, he also played violin, piano, and celeste on anonymous recordings for Gennett in 1927. Donated in loving memory of Ruth Gennett Roller, “Cousin Bunny” . . . Map (db m221906) HM
85 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Louis Armstrong1901-1971 — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1923 jazz legend Louis Armstrong made his first recordings in Richmond for the Gennett label as a member of King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band. Donated in memory of Henry Gennett, second president of Starr Piano, Inc., by Brian Henry Martin, sixth . . . Map (db m221898) HM
86 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — M60 Tank CBTF/T
On Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street, on the right when traveling north.
Crew – (Commander, Gunner, Loader, Driver) Weapons – 105 MM Tank Cannon • 7.62 CAL Coazial Machine Gun •50 CAL Commander's Machine Gun Engine – Continental AVD 1790 (Cu. In. Disp.) 750 HP Air Cooled-V12-Diesel Transmission - CD 850 . . . Map (db m222203) HM
87 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — New Orleans Rhythm Kings — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
The New Orleans Rhythm Kings made their recording debut at Gennett's Richmond studio in 1922. Their work influenced famous jazz musicians such as Bix Beiderbecke, Benny Goodman, and Jimmy McPartland. Dedicated to Florence Dingley Gennett (wife of . . . Map (db m221915) HM
88 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom
Near Remembering Veterans Drive, 0.1 miles north of Johnson Street.
1Lt Nate Nocton Inf Army Guard ENCO 13/13 2009/10 • William C. Presley SSg 1438 Trans Iraq 05-06 Ret • Jason D. Kates 1995 USA 2003 Iraqi Freedom • Brian K. Love 140983-311203 US Army 88m32 • Jamie E Hobbs LCpl US Marine Iraq 09-10 • Johnathan H . . . Map (db m222060) WM
89 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Pace Jubilee Singers — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1925, Charles Henry Pace organized the Pace Jubilee Singers. Recording for Gennett in 1927-28, this Chicago group was among the first to record gospel hymns composed by African Americans. Donated in honor of my loving mother, Laurel Gennett . . . Map (db m221903) HM
90 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Red Nichols — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1922 jazz cornetist Loring “Red” Nichols made his recording debut in Richmond. His many later releases from Gennett's New York studio anticipated a remarkably productive career. Dedicated to Wayne Vincent, restorer of the Gennett Mansion and . . . Map (db m221912) HM
91 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Revolutionary War Memorial
On Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street, on the left when traveling north.
Behold friend you are on hallowed ground for here burns freedom's holy light A memorial to the American Revolutionary War War began April 9, 1775 War ended September 3, 1783 Memorial Dedicated November 11, 2020 Nicklaus T. . . . Map (db m222144) WM
92 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Revolutionary War Memorial Bench
On Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street, on the left when traveling north.
To the memory of American Revolutionary War soldiers and patriotsMap (db m222151) WM
93 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Sidney Bechet — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
In 1924 Sidney Bechet recorded for Gennett in New York with the Red Onion Jazz Babies. He is most famous for playing clarinet and soprano saxophone. Donated by West End Bank, S.B.Map (db m221909) HM
94 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — The Gennett Recording Studio
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
The Gennett recording studio once stood on this spot. A division of the Starr Piano Company, Gennett Records produced phonograph records from 1916 until the Great Depression. The recording studio was a long, rectangular building once used as a kiln . . . Map (db m221902) HM
95 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — The Starr Piano Company
Near South 1st Street, 0.1 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
The Starr Piano Company began operations on this site in the 1870's. The company gained an international reputation for Starr pianos, phonographs, and its recording division, Gennett Records. The building with the Gennett Records parrot logo . . . Map (db m221926) HM
96 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Uncle Dave Macon — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
A skilled banjo player and master showman, Uncle Dave Macon was the earliest celebrity of the Grand Ole Opry. He recorded for Gennett in 1934. Donated by Primex Plastics CorporationMap (db m221905) HM
97 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — United States Conflicts 1980-1996
Near Remembering Veterans Drive, 0.1 miles north of Johnson Street.
Conflict • Dates • KIA Iranian hostage – 1980 – 8 Lebanon – 1982-1984 – 265 Grenada – 1983 – 19 Panama – 1989 – 23 Persian Gulf War – 1990-1991 – 383 Somalia – 1992-1994 – 43 Haiti – 1994-1996 – 4 [Brick . . . Map (db m222063) WM
98 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Vernon Dalhart — Starr-Gennett Walk of Fame —
Near South 1st Street, 0.2 miles south of South A Street (U.S. 40).
Vernon Dalhart began recording for Starr Piano in New York. He recorded many sides for Starr Piano and Gennett and was the best selling early country artist of the 1920's. Donated in memory of Fred Gennett by his familyMap (db m221907) HM
99 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Wayne County Korean War Memorial
Near Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street.
The Forgotten War 1950 – 1953 United Nations Allies South Korea • United States • England • France • Canada • Netherlands • Belgium • Luxembourg • Greece • Australia • New Zealand • Turkey • Thailand • Philippines • Colombia • Ethiopia • . . . Map (db m222076) WM
100 Indiana, Wayne County, Richmond, Wayne Township — Wayne County Vietnam Memorial
Near Remembering Veterans Drive north of Johnson Street.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Dedicated June 02 2001 Duty • Honor • Country It is one thing to say it another to live it Richmond Indiana Curtis L. Foster 06 Jun 65 • Jon D. Vannatta 18 Aug 65 • Karl E. Klute+ 14 Mar 66 • Jesse F. Wages 16 . . . Map (db m222068) WM

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