Fort Ouiatenon, French trading fort in West Lafayette, Indiana
Fort Ouiatenon stands on the banks of the Wabash River with a wooden stockade and blockhouse structure covering three acres of land.
Built in 1717 by the French government, Fort Ouiatenon operated as a military outpost and trading center until British forces captured it in 1761.
The fort served as a meeting point between French traders and Wea Native Americans, facilitating fur trade and cultural exchanges along the Wabash River.
Visitors can explore the replica blockhouse during weekends from May through August, with guided tours available through the Tippecanoe County Historical Association.
Archaeological excavations at Fort Ouiatenon revealed over 200 acres of preserved artifacts from 18th-century French colonial and Native American settlements.
Location: Indiana
Inception: 1717
Website: http://tcha.mus.in.us/ouiatenon.htm
GPS coordinates: 40.40619,-86.96378
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:09
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