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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Grant County, Indiana

 
Clickable Map of Grant 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 Grant County, IN (125) Blackford County, IN (18) Delaware County, IN (46) Howard County, IN (57) Huntington County, IN (57) Madison County, IN (67) Miami County, IN (20) Tipton County, IN (8) Wabash County, IN (51) Wells County, IN (11)  GrantCounty(125) Grant County (125)  BlackfordCounty(18) Blackford County (18)  DelawareCounty(46) Delaware County (46)  HowardCounty(57) Howard County (57)  HuntingtonCounty(57) Huntington County (57)  MadisonCounty(67) Madison County (67)  MiamiCounty(20) Miami County (20)  TiptonCounty(8) Tipton County (8)  WabashCounty(51) Wabash County (51)  WellsCounty(11) Wells County (11)
Marion is the county seat for Grant County
Adjacent to Grant County, Indiana
      Blackford County (18)  
      Delaware County (46)  
      Howard County (57)  
      Huntington County (57)  
      Madison County (67)  
      Miami County (20)  
      Tipton County (8)  
      Wabash County (51)  
      Wells County (11)  
 
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1 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmont — Memorial Point Korea and Vietnam Memorial
On South Main at Henley Avenue (County Route S100E), in the median on South Main.
Korea * U.S. Armed Forces * Viet Nam Dedicated to those who gave their lives from Fairmont and Liberty Townships Charles Edwin King · Marvin Edward Glassburn · Robert Eli Titus · Keith Alan Locher · Roy Leon Whitenack · Richard W. Wood . . . Map (db m168992) WM
2 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmont — Memorial Point Veterans Honor Roll
On South Main Street at Henley Avenue (County Route S100E), in the median on South Main Street.
In honor of those who gave their lives 21 names not transcribed Donated by: the Town of Fairmont Sponsored by the Fairmont Chapter American War Mother September 26, 1982 Fairmont & Liberty Township Honor Roll World War II . . . Map (db m168993) WM
3 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmont — Memorial Point World War I Memorial
On South Main at Henley Avenue, on the right when traveling south on South Main.
Clyde E. Scott · Hiram Q. Cox · Geo. H. Foster · Ethel D. Leach · Lee G. Winslow · Chas. E. Creek World WarMap (db m168990) WM
4 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmont — Memorial Point World War II Memorial
On Henley Avenue (Route S100E) at South Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Henley Avenue.
Dedicated to those who served from Fairmont and Liberty Twp. Those who made the supreme sacrifice Edward L. Addison · Rex E. Dickey · Charles H. Ford · Wesley Grahl · William Jessup · Earl E. Kepler · Charles Kimbrough · Millard . . . Map (db m168991) WM
5 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — "Jimmy Dean Was Here"James Dean Visual Tour
On South Main Street just south of West Washington Street (County Road 950S), on the left when traveling north.
James Dean riding his Czech CZ 125cc motorcycle in front of the Citizens Exchange Bank at 102 S. Main Street, circa 1947.Map (db m182716) HM
6 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — "Jimmy Dean Was Here"James Dean Visual Tour
On North Main Street just south of West 1st Street, on the left when traveling north.
James Dean is standing next to long-time friend, Bill Beck, twelve-year old cousin Marcus Winslow, Jr., and Everett Hiatt in front of Corn Auctioneers (now Fairmount Helping Hands) at 119 N. Main Street, as Bill's wife, Roma walks along Main Street . . . Map (db m182717) HM
7 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — "Jimmy Dean Was Here"James Dean Visual Tour
On East Washington Street (County Road 950S) just east of North Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
James Dean is walking along East Washington Street… with the Citizens Exchange Bank's golden dome in the background.Map (db m182718) HM
8 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Cool Cat GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Dedicated July, 2006 —
On North Walnut Street just north of East Washington Street (County Road 950S), on the right when traveling north.
Garfield is dressed in honor of his fellow Fairmount native, 1950's film star, James Dean To hear more about this Garfield and others on the trail call 765-997-7034 and follow the prompts Garfield @Paws, Inc. all rights . . . Map (db m182733) HM
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9 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Eternal Flame Of Peace
On South 150 East, 0.1 miles north of 15th Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Eternal Flame of Peace is a tribute to all veterans. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, One Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.Map (db m182704) WM
10 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Fairmount Masonic Lodge #635 F & AMFairmount, Indiana
On North Main Street just north of East Washington Street (County Road 950S), on the right when traveling north.
Carol & Edward Trice donated in November 2018, this building to the Fairmount Masonic Lodge #635 F & AM and is so named Clarence R. Maynard Fellowship Hall.Map (db m182731) HM
11 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — 27.1995.1 — J.W. Patterson House
On E. Washington St at N. Walnut St on E. Washington St.
Built circa 1888. Occupied by civic leaders (Nixon Winslow, Levi Scott, and Joseph Patterson) who made significant contributions to Fairmount's economic, educational, and cultural development. Patterson was community's medical doctor, 1889-1913. . . . Map (db m63799) HM
12 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — James Dean 1931-1955
On North Main Street at 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
This is not a monument to a rebel, those were only roles he played James Dean was an American original who on a basis of high school honors and in a period of five years time rose to the very pinnacle of the theatrical profession and through the . . . Map (db m182711) HM
13 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Old Fairmount High School Bricks
On East Madison Street just west of South Vine Street, on the right when traveling east.
Brick used to build the columns are from the old Fairmount High SchoolMap (db m182735) HM
14 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The Calvin Dillon HouseBaldwin Addition Historic District
On North Main Street just north of West 2nd Street, on the left when traveling north.
Baldwin Addition Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Built 1858 Calvin Dillon HouseMap (db m182737) HM
15 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The Enoch Beals HouseBaldwin Addition Historic District
On North Main Street just north of West 2nd Street, on the left when traveling north.
Baldwin Addition Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Circa 1880 Built By: Enoch BealsMap (db m182739) HM
16 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The Frank Zigler HouseBaldwin Addition Historic District
On North Main Street just south of East 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
Baldwin Addition Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Built C.1892 Frank Ziegler HouseMap (db m182738) HM
17 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The John H. Wilson HouseBaldwin Addition Historic District
On North Main Street at West 4th Street, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
Baldwin Addition Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Built 1903 John H. Wilson Map (db m182708) HM
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18 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The M. J. Millspaugh HouseBaldwin Addition Historic District
On North Main Street north of East 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
Baldwin Addition Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior C: 1890 Built By M.J. MillspaughMap (db m182741) HM
19 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — The New Cumberland Gristmill 1853-1920
Near 3rd Street at Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
This "Northwest Territory" was dense forest when the early settlers arrived. It is said that one could walk from what is now Fort Wayne to what is now Indianapolis without seeing much of the sky. By the time the settler had cleared his land . . . Map (db m215082) HM
20 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Veterans Memorial Flag Poll
On East Madison Street just east of South Buckeye Street, on the right when traveling east.
To the men and women in uniform today and to those who have served in the past, we dedicate this flag to you. For your bravery, sacrifice, hard work, and dedication to our country, Thank You Yesterday, Today, . . . Map (db m184144) WM
21 Indiana, Grant County, Fairmount — Way Station
On North Walnut Street just north of East Washington Street (County Road 950S), on the right when traveling north.
Passenger waiting station for the interurban line that ran thru Fairmount enroute from Indianapolis to Fort WayneMap (db m182734) HM
22 Indiana, Grant County, Fowlerton — In Memory Of William J. Leach
On Harrison Street just north of 1st Street, on the right when traveling north.
Donor of this park to the town of Fowlerton 1895 William Leach entered this land in 1836Map (db m182770) HM
23 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — Gas City Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 35) just east of South 2nd Street, on the left when traveling east.
Willingness to sacrifice is the prelude to freedom This monument is dedicated in honor of the uniformed times of war and peace define the character of our great nation We salute all of our military personnel past present and future . . . Map (db m182755) WM
24 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — Glass Blower GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Dedicated May, 2011 —
On East Main Street (Route 35) just west of South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
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25 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — The Avalon Hotel
On East Main Street (U.S. 35) at South 3rd Street, on the left when traveling east on East Main Street.
The Avalon Hotel, originally named The Mississinewa Hotel, was built by the Gas City Land Company in 1892. The hotel was an important part of Gas City's history as it was the crossroads of two beloved Gas City Mayors, Robert "Bob” Ray (6-term . . . Map (db m182742) HM
26 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — Veterans Memorial
On East Main Street (Route 35) at South 2nd Street, on the left when traveling east on East Main Street.
Dedicated to the honor of the men and women who served their country in World War II, Korea and Vietnam Those who made the supreme sacrifice Korea Arthur L. Kelley • Charles E. King In thankfulness to God and in lasting . . . Map (db m182767) WM
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27 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — Veterans Memorial Flag Poll
On East Main Street (U.S. 35) just east of South 2nd Street, on the left when traveling east.
In memory of my grandfather Paul M. Yoke U.S. Army Air Corp WWII -and- In Honor of my Uncle Flavious "Flay" Lhamon US Army WWII By David Huffman Map (db m182763) WM
28 Indiana, Grant County, Gas City — 27.1988.1 — West Ward School
On W. North A St at N. Grant St, on the right when traveling west on W. North A St.
This Richardsonian Romanesque style structure, built 1900-1902, reflects the area's prosperity during the natural gas boom. The town of Harrisburg had been renamed Gas City in 1892.Map (db m63801) HM
29 Indiana, Grant County, Jalapa — Chief Meshingomesia1781 - 1879
On West 600 North (County Road 600N) 0.1 miles County Road 300W.
In remembrance of our ancestors A compilation of all individuals known to have been interred in the Miami Indian Cemetery Aw-Taw-Waw-Taw, 1879 • Aw-Taw-Waw-Taw, Camillius, 1895 • Aw-Taw-Waw-Taw, Takeequah, 1879 • . . . Map (db m161471) HM
30 Indiana, Grant County, Jalapa — Conner's Mill
On County Road 380 West, 0.8 miles south of County Road W600N, on the left when traveling south.
After 1838 land on this side of the river was in the Mississinewa Reservation and Indian land Smith Gilbert established a trading post at the ford. Now seen as smooth rock bottom, in 1823. The year 1849 saw much white activity across the river: . . . Map (db m208563) HM
31 Indiana, Grant County, Jalapa — The Battle Of MississinewaDec. 18 1812
On West 500 North, 0.1 miles west of Peconga Drive, on the right when traveling west.
With this we honor the heroes who fell hereMap (db m208562) HM WM
32 Indiana, Grant County, Jalapa, Pleasant Township — Here on December 17-18, 1812
On County Road 308 West, on the left when traveling north.
Twelve members of Lt. Col. John B. Campbell's command gave their lives in the campaign against the Indian villages of the Mississinewa in the War of 1812.Map (db m215306) HM
33 Indiana, Grant County, Jonesboro — Firefighter GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Dedicated October, 2010 —
On South Main Street north of West 5th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Garfield honors Jonesboro's volunteers - the first Grant County Fire Department and its police reserves To hear more about this Garfield and others on the trail call 765-997-7034 and follow the promptsMap (db m220141) HM
34 Indiana, Grant County, Jonesboro — Lest We Forget
On South Water Street at East 1st Street, on the right when traveling south on South Water Street.
In memory of the men of Jonesboro who gave their lives in the World War 1917-1918 Orville A. Delong • Russell J. Darnell • Fred G. Freeman • William W. Hiatt • Carl A. Keith • Earl Myers • Carl McQuiston • Raymond A. Sutphin . . . Map (db m199960) WM
35 Indiana, Grant County, La Fontaine — 27.1972.1 — Miami Indian Cemetery
On County Road 600 N, 1.1 miles west of State Road 15.
The largest Indian cemetery in Indiana. Few graves are marked. The Indians buried here are largely descendants of Chief Metocinya and include Meshingomesia and his family. The first burial was probably in 1873. Burial was contrary to Indian . . . Map (db m182607) HM
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36 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.2022.1 — Allen Temple
On South Washington Street at East 35th Street, on the right when traveling south on South Washington Street.
As Black residents left nearby Weaver Settlement for jobs in Marion, Rev. G. W. Shelton began organizing a church on the southside of the city in 1899. In 1901, the congregation purchased the building here. Over 600 people helped dedicate the church . . . Map (db m231185) HM
37 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — American Actor James Dean
On East 4th Street (Indiana Route 18) at McClure Street, on the right when traveling east on East 4th Street.
American Actor James Dean was born on February 8, 1931 in The Seven Gables Apartment House which stood at this site. He starred in three major Motion Pictures East of Eden Rebel Without a Cause Giant James Dean died on . . . Map (db m168997) HM
38 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.1947.1 — Battle of MississinewaTwo miles west
On State Road 15 at County Road 600 N on State Road 15. Reported permanently removed.
Site of battle fought Dec. 18, 1812, in which British-allied Miami Indians were defeated by U.S. troops and Militia under Col. John Campbell.Map (db m208561) HM
39 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Birthplace of James Dean
On East 4th Street (Indiana Route 18) at McClure Street, on the right when traveling east on East 4th Street.
James Byron Dean Born on this site February 8, 1931 Reverse: James Dean James Byron Dean was born on this site at 2 a.m. on February 8, 1931, the only child of Winton and Mildred Dean. The deans lived in Unit A of the Seven . . . Map (db m168998) HM
40 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.1992.1 — Former Narrow Gauge Railroad / Railroad Construction
On East 4th Street at South McClure Street on East 4th Street.
Side 1 Tracklayers building narrow gauge railroad connecting Great Lakes at Toledo, Ohio, with Mississippi River reached this point October 1, 1880. In 1887, 2,000 men converted 206 miles of this to standard gauge railroad in 11 . . . Map (db m215005) HM
41 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Freedom MemorialOperation Enduring Freedom ☆ Operation Iraqi Freedom
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
“Freedom is Not Free” Battlefield Cross When a member of the Armed Forces is lost on the battlefield, it has become customary to arrange their boots, rifle and helmet in the configuration you see before you. The surviving members of the . . . Map (db m241320) WM
42 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Grant County Veterans Memorial
On South Western Avenue (Indiana Route 9/15) at West 26th Street, on the right when traveling south on South Western Avenue.
For God For Home For Country to those of Grant County who served that others might live World War II 1941 – 1945 Korea 1950 - 1954 Ezekiel Davis, Jr. • Billy G. Fogle • Ralph L. Glover • Virgil C. Hartley • Victor . . . Map (db m168300) WM
43 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Grant County Veterans Memorial
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north.
In honor of all the men and women who served in the Armed ForcesMap (db m215006) WM
44 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Grant County Vietnam War Memorial
On South Adams Street at East 3rd Street (State Road 18), on the left when traveling north on South Adams Street.
Erected for Grant County Vietnam Veterans (obelisk front) Grant County KIA’s William McKinley Berry • Mark Ryan Black • Ralph W. Blackerby • Rollie Lee Bolden • Emmett Lee Booth • Steve Brandenburg • William F. Clover, Jr. • . . . Map (db m215007) WM
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45 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — In Memory of David Branson
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Early pioneer who, one century ago, in May 1831, donated for a courthouse the last half of this ground upon which this fountain stands.Map (db m44142) HM
46 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — James Dean
On South Adams Street south of East 3rd Street (Indiana Route 18), on the right when traveling north.
Marion General Hospital has infused life into the downtown by sponsoring this Iconic hometown Hollywood heartthrob… James Dean. James Byron Dean was born in Marion, Indiana, February 8th, 1931 in a small house a block away from . . . Map (db m215243) HM
47 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Jim Davis
On South Adams Street south of East 3rd Street (Indiana Route 18), on the right when traveling north.
Star Financial Bank can spot a star when it sees one and Jim Davis and his masterful creation - Garfield the Cat - are two of the brightest stars in the comic strip galaxy and you can take that to the bank. James Robert Davis was . . . Map (db m215242) HM
48 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Korean War Honor Roll - Grant County (Indiana)
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north.
(Center Panel) Korean War In loving Memory and Appreciation for the Men & Women of Grant County who served in the Korean Conflict 1950 - - - - 1953 ( Left Panel ) Those who made the Supreme . . . Map (db m44369) WM
49 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Madelyn Pugh Davis
On South Adams Street south of East 3rd Street (Indiana Route 18), on the right when traveling north.
The Chronicle Tribune knows a great writer when it sees one and Modelyn Pugh Davis, who lived in Marion for several years, is one of the most famous television writers of all time and CSA thanks the CT for helping tell this fabulous story. . . . Map (db m215250) HM
50 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Marie Webster House
On South Washington Street, 0.1 miles south of East 9th Street, on the right when traveling south.
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51 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Marion (Indiana) W.W. I Honor Roll
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
Marion Boys who gave their lives in the World War ( Row One ) Vaugh Beekman • Melvin Bookins • Chester Biggs • Victor Baughman • Fred Button • Ashton Baldwin • Harry Lee Craig • William Cromwell (Col.) • Russel Denton • John . . . Map (db m215008) WM
52 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — IHB-27.201 — Marion Branch NHDVS
On South Lincoln Boulevard at East 38th Street (County Route E200S), on the left when traveling south on South Lincoln Boulevard.
(side 1) At the end of the Civil War, U. S. undertook care of disabled Union veterans in a system of homes known by 1873 as National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers (NHDVS). The offer of free natural gas by Grant County residents and . . . Map (db m183322) HM
53 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Marion National Cemetery
Near Irwin Drive just south of East 38th Street, on the right when traveling north.
National Home In spring 1888, Congressman George Steele, Sr., of Marion, Indiana, introduced legislation authorizing the establishment of a National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers (NHDVS) in Grant County. Construction . . . Map (db m164704) HM
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54 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Martin Boots
On South Washington Street south of West 3rd Street, on the left when traveling south.
In memory of Martin Boots The first white man to enter land in Marion and the donor of the ground upon which this boulder stands.Map (db m44195) HM
55 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Mildred Dilling
On South Adams Street south of East 3rd Street (Indiana Route 18), on the right when traveling north.
Indiana Wesleyan University knows a great musician and educator when it sees one. This Marion native was known as the "First Lady of the Harp," an instrument often mentioned in the Bible and known for its heavenly sound. Shedding light on this . . . Map (db m215249) HM
56 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Mildred Marie Wilson DeanSeptember 15, 1910 – July 14, 1940 — Wife of Winton Aaron Dean, Mother of American Actor James Byron Dean —
On South Western Avenue (Indiana Route 9/15) at West 16th Street, on the right when traveling south on South Western Avenue.
Mildred nurtured her son in the arts at an early age with piano, violin puppet shows, and dance he went on to star in three major motion pictures:
East of Eden Rebel Without a Cause Giant
James Dean died on . . . Map (db m168293) HM
57 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Mississinewa Battlefield
Near County Road 308W, 0.7 miles south of County Road W600N, on the right when traveling south.
On Dec. 17, 1812, Lt. Colonel John B. Campbell with 600 mounted troops arrived at this site under orders to destroy the Miami Indian Villages along the Mississinewa River from here to the present site of Peru. The destruction of the village on . . . Map (db m1512) HM
58 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.1966.1 — New Purchase Boundary(Treaty of St. Mary’s)
On South Washington Street at East 3rd Street (State Road 18), on the left when traveling south on South Washington Street.
In October 1818, Purchasing Commissioners Lewis Cass, Benjamin Parke and Governor Jonathan Jennings acquired Indian claims on the land shown on this marker. About one-third of modern Indiana was involved in this transaction.Map (db m1500) HM
59 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — On This Site Stood The Seven Gables
On South McClure Street at East 4th Street (Indiana Route 18), on the right when traveling south on South McClure Street.
Where James Dean one of the most charismatic and idolized movie actors of all time was born… February 8, 1931.Map (db m215237) HM
60 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Persian Gulf Veterans MemorialGrant County (Indiana)
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north.
( Front Side ) ( Engrossed ‘Shield’ -and- ‘Seals of U.S. Armed Services’ ) 1990 - - - - 1991 In Honor of the men and women of Grant County who served in the Persian Gulf ( Obverse Side ) ( . . . Map (db m44260) WM
61 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity
On South Washington Street south of West 3rd Street, on the left when traveling south.
Upper Panel Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity Lower Panel Founded in Marion Ind. June 7, 1902 by Ray L. Neal George B. Nottingham Loftis T. Jones James L. Reed Paul R. Martin Louis Elliott Zach C. . . . Map (db m44252) HM
62 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.2014.1 — Samuel Plato
On West 4th Street (Indiana Route 18) near South Garfield Street, on the right when traveling east. Reported damaged.
Samuel Plato (circa 1882-1957), African American architect and contractor, lived in Marion (circa 1903-1921). House here attributed to him; he also designed and built structures throughout the U.S. One of few black architects to win federal . . . Map (db m238486) HM
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63 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Army National Guard Sergeant First Class Collin J. BowenJanuary 18, 1970 — March 14, 2008
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
1st Battalion, 175th Infantry RegimentSFC Bowen died as a result of injuries he received when the Humvee he was riding in was ambushed in Khost Province, Afghanistan. His vehicle encountered an IED and he was instantly burned over 50% of his body. . . . Map (db m242008) HM WM
64 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Bradley D. KingFebruary 19, 1979 — April 2, 2007
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
2nd Battalion, 152nd Infantry Regiment, 76th Infantry Brigade. SSG King was killed in an ambush while on patrol in Al Amiriyah, IraqMap (db m241322) HM WM
65 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Army Private First Class David A. KirkpatrickFebruary 1, 1987 — April 27, 2007
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
5th Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division. PFC Kirkpatrick was killed while on a recovery mission when the Humvee he was driving hit an Improvised Explosive Device on April 27, 2007 in Fallujah, Iraq.Map (db m242098) HM WM
66 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Army Private First Class Joshua A. RamseyFebruary 1, 1985 — December 12, 2004
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
95th Military Police Battalion PFC Ramsey died December 12, 2004 while serving his country in Baghdad.Map (db m242099) HM WM
67 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Army Reserve Specialist Joshua L. HillJanuary 31, 1982 — March 12, 2006
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
391st Engineer Battalion; gunner in the Humvee on this mission. SPC Hill’s patrol took small arms fire during an ambush and then an Improvised Explosive Device detonated near his Humvee during combat operations west of Asadabad, Afghanistan.Map (db m241898) HM WM
68 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Marine Captain Brandon A. BarrettJanuary 21, 1983 — May 5, 2010
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
1st Battalion, 6th Marines, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force. Captain Barrett was killed by enemy snipers while on patrol in Helmand Province, AfghanistanMap (db m241667) HM WM
69 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Marine Corporal Christopher S. EbertFebruary 8, 1983 — September 17, 2004
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
2nd Battalion, 1st Regiment, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. CPL Ebert was killed when the vehicle he was riding in was attacked by the enemy with an improvised explosive device while he was on patrol in Anbar Province, IraqMap (db m241671) HM WM
70 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — U.S. Marine Corporal Lance M. ThompsonMarch 26, 1983 — November 15, 2004
Near Matter Park Circle, 0.2 miles north of North Matter Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
2nd Battalion, 5th Regiment, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. CPL Thompson died as a result of hostile fire while on patrol in Ramada, Iraq.Map (db m242102) HM WM
71 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Veterans Memorial
Near Irwin Drive just south of East 38th Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States of America and the families they left behind. the sacrifice will not be forgotten.Map (db m161465) WM
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72 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Veterans Memorial
On Chapman Avenue at Marion Road, on the right when traveling east on Chapman Avenue.
In memory of the men who offered their lives in defense of their country. Marion Branch National Military Home Indiana Act of Congress July 28, 1888Map (db m161466) HM WM
73 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Vietnam Veterans Memorial
On South Branson Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory Of The Men And Women Who Made The Ultimate Sacrifice POW-MIA Army Spec. 4 Rollie Lee Bolden Nov. 17, 1965 • Marine Cpl. Thomas Jefferson Fears March 2, 1966 • Army Spec. 4 David A. Scott May 6, 1966 • Army Pfc. Ralph W. . . . Map (db m215239) WM
74 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — Weaver CemeteryEstablished 1866
On County Road W600S, 0.1 miles east of County Road S300W, on the right.
A Historic Cemetery Listed in Indiana’s Cemetery and Burial Grounds Registry of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Installed 2019 by the Weaver Historical Landmark Committee and the Indiana DNR – Division of Preservation and . . . Map (db m168286) HM
75 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — 27.2020 — Weaver Settlement
On West 600 South (County Route 600 S) at County Route 350 W, on the right when traveling west on West 600 South.
Black pioneers, fleeing threats to their freedom in southern slave states, settled in Grant County by the 1840s. With other free and formerly enslaved families who arrived over the following decades, they cleared and drained the forested, swampy . . . Map (db m168285) HM
76 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — World War I6 April 1917 - 11 November 1918
On East 4th Street, on the right when traveling south.
"The world must be made safe for democracy. Its peace must be planted upon the tested foundations of political liberty. We have no selfish ends to serve. We desire no conquest, no dominion. We seek no indemnities for ourselves, no material . . . Map (db m215241) HM
77 Indiana, Grant County, Marion — WW II Grant County (Indiana) Veterans Memorial
On South Adams Street north of East 4th Street (State Road 18), on the left when traveling north.
(center panel) World War II 1941 - 1945 All Gave Some Some Gave All (left panel) ** The Supreme Sacrifice ** (left column) Edward Leroy Addison • Bruce Adkins • Donald Perry Adkins • George Corwin . . . Map (db m44410) WM
78 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — A Journey Begun
On North River Drive just south of West Buckingham Drive, on the left when traveling south.
A tribute to those who, in December 1812, displayed the courage to protect their culture and the compassion to embrace another as they departed the battlefield of the Mississinewa. Following the battle, the American commander ordered that captured . . . Map (db m233756) HM
79 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Cole Porter
On South Adams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Luke and Royce Mitchell from Edward Jones know a great investment when they see it and CSA is thankful that they banked on showcasing Cole Porter, who knew that taking music lessons in Marion would pay great dividends for him someday as well. . . . Map (db m215244) HM
80 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Grant County Medical SocietyFounded June 16, 1848
On North Wabash Avenue just south of West Jeffras Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The Grant County Medical Society was founded in the office of William Lomax, M.D., Marion, Indiana. The Society is one of the pioneer Medical Societies in the State of Indiana, having been organized one year prior to the State Medical Association . . . Map (db m233748) HM
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81 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Kenesaw Mountain Landis
On South Adams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Moorehead Communications, whose stores do business as TCC, has graciously helped CSA by sponsoring Kenesow Mountain Landis, a brilliant communicator in his own right. This former Marion resident helped clean up America's past time and became the . . . Map (db m215247) HM
82 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Marie Webster
On South Adams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Paul & Marsha Usher & Family in Memory of Beulah Bowers, a quilting enthusiast, have kindly sponsored this Hall of Fame Quilter who became a part of the fabric of our community. A GROUND BREAKING QUILT DESIGNER of the early 1900s, Marie Webster . . . Map (db m215248) HM
83 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Paws For Thoughts GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Trailhead —
On South Race Street, on the right when traveling south.
Cartoonist Jim Davis, creator of lasagna-loving Garfield the Cat, is a native of Grant County. In honor of the cool cat, and to honor local son Jim Davis, communities throughout Grant County erected statues of Garfield. Each statue features a . . . Map (db m215251) HM
84 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Samuel Plato
On South Adams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Thanks to Hoosier AM/FM radio and two anonymous donors who have helped us turn back the dial to broadcast to the world the incredible accomplishments of builder Samuel Plato. SAMUEL PLATO played a large role in shaping Marion's skyline in the . . . Map (db m215246) HM
85 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — The Wilson-Vaughn House
On West 4th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built in 1912 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m215252) HM
86 Indiana, Grant County, Marion, Center Township — Willis VanDevanter
On South Adams Street, on the right when traveling north.
AEP-Indiana Michigan Power knows all about power and they have graciously helped CSA sponsor this electric personality from Marion who went on to become one of the most powerful people in America. Willis Van Devanter, the first Hoosier to serve . . . Map (db m215245) HM
87 Indiana, Grant County, Matthews — Covered Bridge
On 4th Street south of High Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built at New Cumberland in 1877 by William Parks of Marion at a cost of $722. The 1913 flood floated the bridge a half mile downstream. It was returned to its foundations by rollers and horsepower. New Cumberland was the second community in Grant . . . Map (db m7479) HM
88 Indiana, Grant County, Matthews — Cumberland Covered Bridge
Near 3rd Street at Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Cumberland Covered Bridge was built in 1877. During the Great Flood of 1913, it was washed downstream. On March 26th 1913, the Mississinewa River floodwaters rose high enough (Fig. 2, 3) to push the Cumberland Covered Bridge from its . . . Map (db m71494) HM
89 Indiana, Grant County, Matthews — Lt. Col. Thomas W. (Bill) BolesMemorial Flag Pole
On 4th Street at Main Street, in the median on 4th Street.
In memory of Lt. Col. Thomas W. (Bill) Boles U.S. Air Force in honor of all veterans Map (db m141953) WM
90 Indiana, Grant County, Matthews — Matthews Veterans Memorial
Near 4th Street at Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
In honor of the citizens of Matthews & community who served in the armed forces of their country They served without thought of self, that the principles of liberty, justice and equality might prevail for all . . . Map (db m141914) HM
91 Indiana, Grant County, Matthews — This Covered Bridge
On North 3rd Street (County Road 1000E) at Front Street, on the left when traveling north on North 3rd Street.
This covered bridge built 1877 – 181 ft. long called Cumberland Bridge for Old Town. The 1913 flood carried the bridge downstream. It was returned on rollers to the old foundation and raised 3 feet. The 1958 flood . . . Map (db m214996) HM
92 Indiana, Grant County, Swayzee — Speedking GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Dedicated June, 2008 —
On South Washington Street (Indiana Route 19) south of West Madison St, on the right when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m220143) HM
93 Indiana, Grant County, Swayzee, Sims Township — Site of first election in Sims Township
On Indiana Route 19 at Local Road W200S, on the right when traveling north on State Route 19.
The election was held on or near a poplar stump at this site 1848 Jacob Friemood First Trustee Oliver Lillard First InspectorMap (db m220069) HM
94 Indiana, Grant County, Trask — 27.1995.2 — The Village of Trask
On State Road 26 at S. Wheeling Pike, on the left when traveling east on State Road 26.
Trask, like other pioneer villages, served an important commercial, social, and educational role for early settlers. The post office (1846-1901) marked the start and end of Trask's official existence. As travel improved, such villages disappeared or . . . Map (db m215000) HM
95 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — Barbara Davenport
On South Main Street (Indiana Route 22) south of Railroad Street, on the right when traveling south.
Barbara Davenport was born in 1934 in Long Beach, California. Her father was the Long Beach Director of Recreation, and she grew up on athletic courts, football and track fields, baseball diamonds, and playgrounds. Her favorite place to be, . . . Map (db m215222) HM
96 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — Bob Davenport
On South Main Street (Indiana Route 22) south of Railroad Street, on the right when traveling south.
Bob Davenport was born in 1933 and raised in Long Beach, California. He played fullback in college for the UCLA Bruins football team, where he was twice named All-American, in 1954 and 1955. He was also MVP of the Hula Bowl in 1956. . . . Map (db m215214) HM
97 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — British GarfieldGrant County Garfield Trail — Placed July 2018 —
On South Kay Bee Drive at Amy Way Drive, on the right when traveling north on South Kay Bee Drive.
Garfield salutes all things British in Grant County, from the historic 1812 Battle of the Mississinewa to a traditional English meal of Fish 'n Chips at Payne's Restaurant. To hear more about this Garfield and others on the trail . . . Map (db m220139)
98 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — Chip Jaggers
On Railroad Street, on the right when traveling east.
Chip Jaggers was born in Trenton, New Jersey, and spent most of his young life in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Taylor University from 1965-1969, and after graduation he took a job as a youth director at a large church in Hamilton, Ohio. There he . . . Map (db m215234) HM
99 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — Churches and Schools
On South Main Street (Indiana Route 22) south of Railroad Street, on the left when traveling north.
The first church in Upland actually preceded the founding of the town. On the original plat map of Upland, dated 1867, the Friends Church is shown just south of the railroad on Main Street. The Jefferson Church, a short distance from Upland, was . . . Map (db m215111) HM
100 Indiana, Grant County, Upland — Cleo and Mary Alice Wiley
On Main Street (Indiana Route 22) south of Railroad Street, on the right when traveling south.
Cleo and Mary Alice Wiley called Upland, Indiana their home. Here, they built, owned, and operated two successful businesses. They were very active in the community. Cleo Wiley was born in Upland in 1912. Mary Alice Powell moved to Upland from . . . Map (db m215211) HM

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