Wabash, County seat in Wabash County, Indiana, United States
Wabash is a city in Wabash County, Indiana, situated along the Wabash River. It covers approximately 9 square miles and sits in a relatively flat area with good river access and road connections to nearby towns.
Local Native American tribes ceded the land through the Treaty of Paradise Spring in 1826, after which settlers arrived. The town was established in 1834 and developed as a river trading post.
The Eagles Theatre opened in 1906 as a vaudeville stage and has been a movie house since the 1930s. It remains a gathering place for entertainment and the arts in the community.
The Wabash County Historical Museum in Memorial Hall presents exhibits about local history and regional heritage. Visitors can find information about Native American presence in the area through its archives and displays.
On March 31, 1880, electric street lights were installed around the courthouse grounds. This made it the first place in the world to use electric street lighting.
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Lincoln Monument of Wabash, Indiana
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Salamonie River State Forest
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Honeywell Center
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Hanging Rock and Wabash Reef National Natural Landmark
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First Christian Church
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East Wabash Historic District
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Downtown Wabash Historic District
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James M. Amoss Building
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Solomon Wilson Building
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Teague Barn Wabash Importing Company Farm Stable
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McNamee-Ford House
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714 mCharley Creek Garden Maze
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