Built 1833 (1833) Opened 1833 Phone +1 260-356-1903 | NRHP Reference # 85002446 Area 3 ha Added to NRHP 16 September 1985 | |
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Nearest city 2 miles (3.2 km) west of downtown Huntington, southwest of the junction of U.S. Route 24 and State Roads 9/37, Huntington and Huntington Township, Huntington County, Indiana Address 3011 W Park Dr, Huntington, IN 46750, USA Architectural style Greek Revival architecture Similar Richardville House, Sunken Gardens, Sheets Wildlife Museum, Wabash and Erie Canal, Two‑EE's Winery Profiles | ||
Forks of the wabash flooding
Historic Forks of the Wabash is a historic museum park near Huntington, Indiana, that features site several historic buildings, trails and remnants of the Wabash and Erie Canal. The location was the signing location of the historic Treaty at the Forks of the Wabash in 1838. The park is located along the Wabash River. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985 as the Chief Richardville House and Miami Treaty Grounds.
Historic structures include:
Ball State University conducted an archaeological dig at the Chief's House in 1989 which uncovered artifacts including nails, brick, glass, toys, housewares, and personal items. An additional excavation occurred in 1999.
The park offers programs for groups of all ages. Topics include archaeology, canals and transportation, pioneer life, Woodland Indian history, and art.