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Publication Designer: Chris Kozlowski Wabash Plain Dealer, North Manchester Chamber of Commerce and Wabash County Chamber of Commerce
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Feature Articles Inside this Issue
Wabash for the Win Welcome to
Small Business meets Wabash County
Corporate America
Page 7
Page 8
Frequently
An 1850s Murder Needed Numbers
Local Story of Murder,
Page 12
Families and Trials
Page 14 Economic Impact
Page 20
Carrying the Torch
Educational Opportunities - Page 26
Celebrating Indiana's
200th Birthday Community Wellness - Page 34
Page 18 Annual Festivals & Events - Page 39
Behind the Moniker Downtown Walking Maps - Page 40
"First Electrically History & Heritage - Page 46
Lighted City"
Outdoor Sports & Recreation - Page 48
Page 32
Parks, Gardens & Orchards - Page 51
Keeping Chicken on
the Menu Lodging & Camping - Page 52
Hawkins Family Farm Places to Gather - Page 54
Page 43 Specialty Shops - Page 56
Local Flavor & Dining - Page 60
County Maps - Page 62
North Manchester Chamber of Commerce
Directory - Page 69
Wabash County Chamber of Commerce
Directory - Page 77
221 S. Miami St. Wabash, IN 46992
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Complete event listing at
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Photo Credits:
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A community full of opportunity
Let me be one of the first to welcome you to explore 1,500 communities, the city of Wabash was most
Wabash County, IN! Our community is proud to host recently chosen as the winner of The Small Business
you whether you are here for the day or planning Revolution- Main Street contest championed by
to make your stay more permanent. We have all of Deluxe Corporation. In winning the contest, Wabash
the charm of a small, close-knit town while offering became the first recipient of a $500,000 makeover
many of the amenities of a larger city either within for its downtown and a handful of small businesses.
our community or within an easy commute. In The city and selected businesses were also part of a
short – we are a community full of
opportunities, and the Economic documentary series that aired on
Development Group (EDG) of www.smallbusinessrevolution.org in
Wabash County would love to help the Fall on 2016.
you explore them!
Our community’s ability to
The EDG of Wabash County successfully leverage public/private
was founded in 2006 with a broad partnerships to support quality
mission to help transform the local of place initiatives is working to
economy to a 21st century knowledge improve upon the great amenities
based model that can be globally we already have. The City of Wabash
competitive while also focusing on was named one of two State of
building, retaining, and attracting Indiana “Stellar Communities” in
talent to our community. Since 2006, late 2014 for our plan to invest almost
we have had a hand in facilitating $29 million dollars in downtown
over $325 million in new capital Wabash over the next four years.
investment, the creation of over 1100 The City of Wabash was also named
new jobs and over $35,000,000 in a quarterfinalist in the national
new payroll in our communities. “America’s Best Communities”
We’ve succeeded in adding diversity competition sponsored by Frontier
to our economy in our large industrial Communications, the Weather
community as well as our small Channel, Dish Network, and CoBank.
and medium sized business employment bases. Most
importantly, however, we have succeeded in bringing The Town of North Manchester
the community together to rally around making our leveraged a federal grant in 2014-15 to improve facades
community a great place to live, work, and play. across the downtown area, and is currently working on
a regional project in conjunction with Whitley County
Our successes have brought with it numerous to create a “blueway” project allowing a canoeist or
job opportunities in a number of disciplines, from kayaker to “bookend” a river trip from Columbia City
traditional entry level opportunities to technical and to North Manchester via the Blue and Eel Rivers. Our
professional positions. As a visitor to the community “Dam to Dam” century bike ride, Eagle’s Theatre
who may be looking to relocate, we have opportunities project in conjunction with the Honeywell Foundation,
here for you. Additionally, our community supported our vibrant downtowns, and countless other examples
fiber partnership with Cinergy Metronet brings show that we are serious about making our community
giga-speed internet service to your door in a number great.
of our communities, allowing you to telecommute
to the world. If you are a new employer considering In closing, we are thrilled to have you visit Wabash
our community, you can rest assured that not only County. We are a community where opportunity
do we still have an available workforce, but our fiber abounds, and we would love to help you take advantage
connectivity and regional workforce we can draw from of it.
will help ensure that you have the talented employees
you need to make your business successful. Keith A. Gillenwater
President & CEO
Out of 10,000 nominations from more than EDG of Wabash County
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Wabash. The beautiful storefront features
local merchants and artisans from throughout
Wabash County.
The tourism team is ready to connect you with
everything that there is to see and do!
Get out and enjoy Wabash County!
Why? Because you deserve it!
Trolley No. 85 is a 22 Take a leisurely-paced The D2D is a recreational
passenger people-mover that walking tour through and social tour for cyclists.
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charming shops, markets, and This premier ride in NE
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Welcome to our humble home!
Although we work hard to show what we’ve got, Gail Webb during her time at Wabash High School, to
Wabash County is still a well-kept secret. Thomas Marshall, who was born in North Manchester
and was the 28th vice president of the United States
All together, we have well over 30,000 people, both under President Woodrow Wilson, and Gene Stratton-
small-town and rural, a college town, nearly 30 official Porter, who passed away in 1924, but not before
historically recognized landmarks, a carefully created becoming one of the most heralded, best-selling authors,
countryside bike trail and much, much more. conversationalists and naturalists in the nation.
The Wabash Plain Dealer, in circulation since August In 2014, Manchester University announced that it
1859, is the county’s only daily newspaper, kicking out surpassed its $100 million fundraising campaign by $8.4
five editions and at least 20 front-page-quality stories per million, also doing so 18 months ahead of schedule, just in
week. time to celebrate its 125 years as a private institution.
So how is a small, community newspaper capable of In August 2014, the City of Wabash was literally
producing so many stories in such a relatively minute recognized as being a Stellar Community by the State
area? of Indiana. Over the next four years, the aesthetics and
beauty of the area will be transformed due to tens of
We’re small, but we do big things. We’re active. We millions of dollars from local, private investment and
look to embrace the future, while also preserving and federal and State monies.
honoring the past.
We have a lot going for us right now. Be sure to come
In October 2014, Wabash County was named the along for the ride.
second-most charitable county in the state, thanks to
“The Chronicle of Philanthropy.” Kelly Gretschmann
General Sales Manager
We have 28 listings in the National Register of Wabash Plain Dealer
Historic Places, ranging from entire historical districts
in our beautiful downtown areas to the Mark C. Eric Seaman
Honeywell Community Center, where, in the past year Managing Editor
alone, the likes of Peter Frampton, Charlie Daniels, Rick Wabash Plain Dealer
Springfield, Bill Engvall and other legends have graced
the Ford Theater stage.
We create and raise great people, from award-
winning Hall of Famer Crystal Gayle, known as Brenda
It’s your time, make the most of it!
Spend some time in Wabash County where the the county.
Salamonie and Mississinewa Reservoirs play host to The tourism Board of Directors and staff are dedicated
an array of outdoor adventures, where a surprisingly
modern county holds the perfect blend of fascinating to connecting residents and visitors with area events,
attractions, meeting and convention spaces, historical festivals and attractions. Each are happy to assist you
treasures, sports excitement, world-class entertainment with your special or corporate event by providing
and leisure activities. And where the art scene overflows presentations, welcome packets and step-on guides to
with galleries, artist wares, antique malls and specialty the county.
shops.
Whether your time here is earmarked for business
Nestled in the heart of it all is the Visit Wabash or pleasure, you can expect to experience charm and
County Welcome Center and Gift Shop. Located in the beauty, history and heritage, arts and culture, fine dining
historic district of downtown Wabash, this one-of-a- and shopping.
kind storefront is dedicated to enhancing the visitor’s
experience. Located at 221 S. Miami Street, Wabash, the We promise that your time here will be well spent!
Welcome Center provides attraction information, travel
itineraries, maps and unique merchandise from all over Christine Flohr
Executive Director of Tourism
Visit Wabash County
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Frequently needed numbers
North Manchester (260) 982-7644 City Police (260) 563-1111 Wabash County Government
(260) 982-8212 Fire (260) 563-1166 Offices
Chamber of Commerce (888) 498-4400 Mayor (260) 563-4171
Fire (non-emergencies) (260) 982-7644 Chamber of Commerce (260) 563-1168 Court House & County (260) 563-0661
Minibus (260) 982-4919 Clerk-Treasurer (260) 563-4171 Offices
MRA Sheriff Dept. (260) 563-8891 (260) 563-3511
Parks & Recreation (260) 982-8555 Wabash County (260) 563-0661 Animal Shelter (260) 563-7547
Department (260) 982-2313 Courthouse (260) 563-9719
Police (non-emergencies) (260) 982-4773 Wabash County Solid (260) 563-7649 Community Corrections (260) 563-2091
Post Office (260) 982-9800 Waste (260) 563-8471
Public Library Economic Development (260) 563-5258 Coroner (260) 563-3181
Superintendent of Public Visit Wabash County (260) 563-7171
Works County Highway Dept. (260) 563-0661
Division of Family Services
Emergency Management
Services - office
Health Dept.
N. Manchester City government Trustees Utility Companies
Town Manager (260) 982-9800 Chester Township Trustee (260) 982-2287 Duke Energy (800) 521-2232
Water/Utility (260) 982-9800 (includes North Indiana American Water (800) 492-8373
Manchester, Servia & (260) 563-6526 Company
North Manchester Offices Liberty Mills) Wabash County REMC (260) 563-2146
(260) 782-2044 (800) 563-2146
Manchester Community (260) 982-7518 Noble Township Trustee Call Before You Dig (800) 382-5544
Schools (includes Wabash & (765) 981-2848
Town Manager’s Office (260) 982-9800 Richvalley) (765) 833-7888 Telephone/Internet Service
Clerk-Treasurer Office (260) 982-9800 (260) 982-8745
Sewage Department (260) 982-4070 Lagro Township Trustee AT&T (260) 563-4853
Street Dept. (260) 982-2778 (includes Lagro, North Manchester Office (260) 274-2701
Community Foundation (260) 982-4824 Urbana, Speicherville & Wabash Office (260) 274-2700
Water/Utility (260) 982-9800 Lincolnville) Comcast (800) COMCAST
Frontier (800) 551-6366
Federal & State Liberty Township Trustee Metronet (260) 274-2700
Federal Information Center (800) 688-9889 Paw Paw Township Trustee Post Offices
Pleasant Township Trustee
(includes Laketon &
Disco)
Internal Revenue Service (800) 829-1040
U.S. Chamber of Commerce (202) 463-5460 LaFontaine North Manchester (260) 982-2313
Wabash (260) 563-3258
State Highway Department (317) 232-5226 Town Hall Toll-Free: US Postal Service (800) 275-8777
House of Representatives (800) 382-9842 Lagro (765) 981-4591
Senate (800) 822-4773 Town Hall (260) 782-2451 Transportation
Legal Services Organization (800) 822-4774 Roann (765) 833-2100 Wabash County Transit (260) 563-4475
(765) 833-2341
Employment Matters Town Hall Other Helpful Numbers
Utility (260) 563-4171
Indiana Department of (800) 875-0571 (260) 563-4705 Emergency only 911
Employment Wabash, City of (260) 563-2041 Fire, Police, etc.
& Training (260) 563-2941 211
Building Inspector (260) 563-3611 Community Resources and
Voter Registration Information Municipal Airport Help Information (765) 473-9324
Mark C. Honeywell Public (260) 563-7657
All information regarding (260) 982-9800 Pool Dept. of Natural Resources (260) 563-5258
voting procedures can be (260) 563-0661 Sewage Plant
obtained by calling the Street Dept. Driver’s License Branch (800) 222-1222
North Manchester Clerk’s (260) 563-1168
office Economic Development
Group of Wabash County (260) 563-7171
or the Wabash County
Clerk’s office Poison Control
Wabash Wabash County Chamber
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Parks & Recreation
Morrett Sports Complex/ Visit Wabash County
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Post Office (260) 563-4171
Library (260) 563-9622
(260) 563-3258
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A local story
of murders,
families and trials
By Managing Editor Eric Seaman would turn even farther downward, but not without selling everything
of the Wabash Plain Dealer however, when Aaron caught they owned to Hubbard for $40.
malaria and was unable to work in
Murder happens every day in the the fall. The family, fortunately, was Two months later, an Irish laborer
United States and while many are aided by neighbors with making with the local railroad named
simple, cut and dry, some few are ends meet. Edward Boyle became ill. Dr. W.
elaborate, grizzly and haunting. Jellison cared for Boyle, but he
About a year later in the fall of soon moved in with the Hubbards,
An example of the latter can be 1854, John and Sarah Hubbard who promised to take care of him
found west of Wabash, Indiana, moved into the French residence as during his illness. Their son Richard
more than 160 years ago with the boarders, along with the couple’s then brought the Irishman and his
murder of a married couple and their teenage son, Richard, who was belonging to the family’s humble
children. believed to be mentally impaired. abode.
The Hubbards, however, also had
Historical accounts and records two other children at this time, Legend says, however, that John
tell much of a short period of time daughter Eliza and Stephen, who Hubbard, a Liverpool, England
near what is now Richvalley, were both left with a family in native, possessed a hatred for the
Indiana, where a rural home went Fort Wayne when the Hubbards Irish, which stemmed from his
from sanctuary from the elements to migrated from Allen County. residency in Ireland that began at
a habitat for cold-blooded murder. the age of 11. He wouldn’t move to
About a month later in October North America until his mid-30s.
In the early 1850s, the French 1854, the cabin’s owner, James
family, comprised of father, Aaron, Lewis, stopped by the property to Shortly after Boyle’s arrival at the
his wife and their children, moved buy some of the French’s corn to help cabin, he too disappeared.
to Wabash County from Cincinnati, them out. He was greeted outside
Ohio, where Aaron’s business of the front door, however, by John In late March 1855, a body was
ventures failed. In the spring of 1853, and Sarah Hubbard, who advised discovered near the cabin in the
they settled just outside the former Lewis that the Frenches left in the receding canal, the body having
community of Keller’s Station, middle of the night after hearing been stabbed to death and receiving
northeast of modern day Richvalley, from Aaron French’s brother that trauma to the head. Three days
an unincorporated community just their father had died, bequeathing after being discovered, the body
south of U.S. 24 between Wabash the farm to his children. was taken from the earth. Ellison,
and Peru. along with some railroad laborers,
Hubbard told Lewis that there identified the body, which was
At this time, the poor family’s was a celebration after hearing of the wearing the same clothes that Boyle
children included John, 13; Sarah, 11; news, with French drinking brandy was wearing the last time he was
Louisa, 8; Tilghman, 6; and an infant and dancing around the cabin, seen.
girl. although that was unlikely due to
the father’s sickly condition. The It was only the next day when
The family of seven inhabited a log Frenches, he continued, then set out John Hubbard and his son were
cabin, only 18 feet by 20 feet in size. that night with the brother to Iowa, arrested and charged with murder.
John, a man without much to his
The Frenches’ financial fortunes name, was arrested as he was seen
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An exhibit at the Wabash County Historical Museum displays news articles and items from the crime scene.
spending a great deal of money. way into the cabin to remove board neighbors had recognized that a
Boyle was know for carrying large planks, which appeared to have been dress owned by the mother was
amounts of money, sometimes recently nailed. being worn by Sarah Hubbard after
hundreds dollars. the family’s disappearance.
What the men found underneath
His son was arrested because was a pyramid of decayed corpses, Two months later, the Wabash
he was sent to retrieve Boyle and their skulls bashed with a hammer County government voted to pay
his things. He was later set free, that was also found at the scene. The $10 to properly bury the family in
however, when it was determined family was stacked under a foot and Keller’s Station Cemetery.
that he wasn’t home at the time of a half of dirt, the French’s 15-month-
the slayings. old nearest to the cabin floor and her In early August 1855, a grand jury
family below her, descending by age, of 12 people issued an indictment
In early April during a visit to see with her parents deepest within the against the John and Sarah
her husband in jail, Sarah Hubbard ground. Hubbard, who were represented by
mistakenly incriminated herself as three attorneys.
guards overheard her talking about The neck and a leg of the family’s
“the family under the floor.” She was mother were also broken, which The case against the Hubbards
immediately arrested during her authorities believed indicated opened approximately a month later
visit. that she struggled during the and a verdict was reached within
incident. She was also nearly naked five days on Saturday, September 8.
Two days later, three men, one when discovered by the men and
of which a constable, forced their Sarah Hubbard was granted a
change of venue for her case and was
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transported to neighboring Grant Map of Wabash County. seen again.
County, an area heavily populated But this recent portion of the
by Quakers, who were opposed to the removal of the corpse from the
capital punishment. marked grave. story is just that, a story, as different
tales are told as to the history of
There, she was found guilty A letter by an eyewitness during Hubbard’s body.
and sentenced to life in the state the removal of Hubbard’s body
penitentiary, where she gave birth testified that on a dark, rainy night, The story of the Frenches and
to the Hubbards’ fourth child, doctors from Wabash and nearby Hubbards lives on today through
a daughter who was put up for LaFontaine just in time beat out historical documents and legend,
adoption. Sarah died in January a group of other doctors from which can be found at conversations
1887, still proclaiming her innocence Huntington and Fort Wayne who every now and then in Wabash
to the French’s deaths. were also looking to take Hubbard County or at a first-time listener’s
away, but not without a scuffle disposal at the Wabash County
For John Hubbard, the Wabash between the two groups. Historical Museum in downtown
County court ordered him to be Wabash, where testaments and
hung in a private execution, but it Hubbard’s body was then taken to information can be found for
was anything but concealed. downtown Wabash, where different arguably the most-well-known
doctors took a different souvenir, murders in the community’s history.
Hubbard denied the murders and whether an appendage or organ,
attributed his demise to the Irish with them. The museum also features, in
Catholics, but he also took time to its collections, a plastic cast of
thank certain people, including The aforementioned eyewitness Hubbard’s head and shoulders made
his counsel, the judge, the jury and to the removal of Hubbard’s body by prominent Wabash physician Dr.
the sheriff at the time, Benjamin from the grave, Dr. Dicken of James Ford, along with the hammer
Pauling, the man who would later LaFontaine, was believed to have believed to be used to murder the
pull the rope to end Hubbard’s life. retrieved all of the body’s remains French family and the handcuffs
and Hubbard’s skeleton was that were used to restrain Hubbard
In December, a State Supreme displayed in his drug store window. when he was taken into custody for
Court upheld the County court’s The bones were then in the care of the crime.
decision, and his appeal to Gov. the LaFontaine high school, but after
Joseph A. Wright was never heard as a fire at the building, they were never
Wright was out of town.
Less than a week later, thousands
of people swarmed the courthouse
lawn in Wabash to witness
Hubbard’s hanging, where he again
continued to plead his innocence of
the matter.
He was the only man executed in
Wabash County, according to the
historical compendium “Wabash
County History 1976.”
Afterward, his body was taken to
the Wabash County Farm, where his
body was coffined and buried.
However, the story doesn’t end
there as his body was removed from
the grave and was never returned.
According to an issue of the
Wabash Courier newspaper in late
January 1880, there were physicians
in the area, even outside of Wabash,
who were interested in possessing
Hubbard’s body as a cadaver and
there wasn’t anyone close to the
man who would likely object to
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Wabash County Chamber of Commerce
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The North Manchester Chamber of Commerce
Vision for your future
The North Manchester Chamber is your membership important to investment in our Chamber
of Commerce works to coordinate the Chamber of Commerce? So means that we can promote North
organizations and businesses within you can be a part of developing and Manchester to people beyond our
our membership to not only promote improving your community and borders. When those visitors come
those entities, but to also promote your business. As a member, you will to eat, play, stay and be entertained
North Manchester and enhance the be invited to events that will afford they grow our economy through
economic vitality of our town. The you the opportunity to network with their spending. We can’t think of
Chamber also works closely with your peers and learn more about a better destination than North
local government to integrate the our local economy. We coordinate Manchester and Wabash County.
many partners that are a part of our programs and educational seminars
community to insure that common that give you an opportunity to North Manchester Chamber
goals and objectives are being ask questions and learn directly of Commerce
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Quality of life is an objective
echoed throughout our community
and we strive to maintain that
aspect at its highest standard
while working to promote future
growth in business, residential life
and education. North Manchester
has been lauded for the last two
years as being in the top 25 of
50 Safest Cities in Indiana by
Safewise. North Manchester was
also ranked #10 in the state by
SmartAsset as a community with
the most recreational and social
opportunities for retirees. At the
other end of the age continuum,
Manchester Community Schools
has been acknowledged by U.S.
News and World as fostering a
high school that excels by being
ranked #11 in the state in 2014. The
Indiana Department of Education
also designated our elementary
program as a 4 Star School in 2015.
Our members are proof that North
Manchester has a lot to offer!
The business community is only
one component of our membership.
We encourage membership from the
agricultural community, health care
industries, service clubs, churches
and our acclaimed education
partners as well as industry. Why
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Economic Impact
The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce
“In Business . . .
For Business
and Community”
Your Chamber of Commerce today. They are forward-thinking or helping recognize peers at the
is a diverse business membership leaders who share their resources Celebration of Ag event and the
organization dedicated to the and talents for the enrichment of Annual Dinner where businesses
promotion, retention and growth everyone in Wabash County. Our and citizens are honored.
of our business community. This professional staff is committed to
means we pride ourselves on understanding and serving our Whether you need a business
partnering with civic, government, members and bringing each of you directory, help with your marketing
and community leaders to valuable resources and tools to or cash flow plans or want to
ensure Wabash County has the support and grow your business. celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting
infrastructure and resources for We are your advocates and will for a business milestone, we are
our commercial sector to grow engage in conversations that help us here to support, promote and
and thrive. We truly believe that understand and respond to your 21st assist you in the growth of your
the relationships we build today Century needs. business. We work with each of you
will ensure a bright future for to develop future leaders through
generations to come. It’s our goal to Your membership means you our Leadership Development
provide an innovative environment have access to resources such as free Wabash County Program, and we
for business development, business consultation services with work to retain talent through our
educational advancement, and our small business experts; making Honor Student Luncheon and other
cultural enrichment. great business contacts through educational venues.
venues such as Business Before
Your Chamber’s comprehensive Hours and After Hours events; By partnering with government
plan of work includes many affordable training at professional officials, the Economic Development
opportunities to share ideas, workshops and seminars to keep Group of Wabash County, the Small
information, and successful and your staff updated on current Business Development Center, the
practical applications to encourage technology and other skills; free Wabash County Convention and
and assist each other in business and publicity through our weekly e-news Visitors Bureau, and other local
community goals. Your Chamber and special promotions; great deals organizations and leaders; your
and Wabash County have a strong through the Member2Member Chamber is poised to provide the
reputation for providing platforms Discount program; helping your resources and venues to ensure
in which civic leaders cooperatively business be found by others through that Wabash County remains a
utilize resources and ideas to referrals and your free listing on our strong and viable community where
continually improve our county. website by category or name with businesses and families thrive.
direct links to your business site;
The Chamber’s leadership connecting you to your legislators Wabash County Chamber
consists of dedicated individuals through updates and 3rd House of Commerce
who represent a variety of Sessions and fun networking wabashchamber.org
industries and bring their insights through the WACCY Golf Outing
about the challenges and range and the Home & Business Expo
of issues affecting our businesses
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Educational Opportunities
Lifelong learning
Manchester University Metropolitan School Northfield Jr /Sr High School
District of Wabash County Paul Voigt, Principal
Dr. David McFadden, President 154 W. 200 N.
604 E. College Avenue Administrative offices Wabash, IN 46992
North Manchester, IN 46962 Michael Keaffaber, Superintendent (260) 563-8050 x 4
(260) 982-5000 204 N. 300 W.
www.manchester.edu Wabash, IN 46992 White’s Jr/ Sr High School
(260) 563-8050 Troy Friedersdorf, Principal
Manchester University is an www.msdwc.k12.in.us 5233 S. 50 E.
independent, liberal arts university Wabash, IN 46992
with a residential campus in North The mission of Metropolitan School (260) 563-1150
Manchester, where more than 1,300 District of Wabash County is: To build
students choose from at least 60 the mind and character of every Manchester
areas of undergraduate study, two student to produce positive citizens Community Schools
master’s programs and 19 NCAA for the 21st century. The district’s
Division III varsity sports. A second goals are: Administration Office
campus in Fort Wayne is home to Dr. Bill Reichhart, Superintendent
the Manchester University College 1. Improve individual student 404 West 9th Street
of Pharmacy, where graduates are achievement in language arts, North Manchester, IN 46962
awarded the Pharm.D. doctoral especially in the area of writing (260) 982-7518
degree. processes, math and science by www.mcs.k12.in.us
exceeding national state, and district
Ivy Tech Community standards. Manchester Community Schools
College is recognized for its “Tradition of
2. Increase the graduation rate. Excellence” as a top rated school
Pam Guthrie, Executive Director, 3. Increase the percentage of district in Indiana. A growing school
Wabash Campus students pursuing post secondary district, MCS has been recognized by
277 N. Thorne Street education. the Indiana Department of Education
Wabash, IN 46992 4. Maintain or try to increase the as an “A-rated” school corporation.
(260) 563-8828 cash balance to 12% of the budget to In addition, MCS is recognized as
www.ivvtech.edu/wabash maintain fiscal discipline. having the highest graduation rate
in Wabash County (97.5 percent),
Ivy Tech Community College Metro North Elementary and the students in Manchester
prepares Indiana residents to learn, Janette Moore, Principal Community Schools have the
live, and work in a diverse and 3844 W. 200 N. highest test scores when compared
globally competitive environment Wabash, IN 46992 to neighboring school districts. We
by delivering professional, technical, (260) 563-8050 x 5 have an open enrollment policy which
transfer, and lifelong education. allows families to send their children
Through its affordable, open-access Sharp Creek Elementary to our schools even if they don’t live
education and training programs, the Jay Snyder, Principal within the district boundaries. Bus
College enhances the development 264 W. 200 N. transportation is provided for most of
of Indiana’s citizens and communities Wabash, IN 46992 our students.
and strengthens its economy. (260) 563-8050 x 5
Manchester Elementary
Student services available at the Southwood Elementary Joseph Rodgers, Principal
Wabash location include admissions, Phil Boone, Principal 301 River Road
academic advising, financial aid, 840 E. State Road 124 North Manchester, IN 46962
a testing center, and tutoring. The Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 982-7541
College also offers opportunities for (260) 563-8050 x 5
high school students to earn dual
credits for their high school level Southwood Jr /Sr High School
classes. Our Corporate College offers Andrew McDaniels, Principal
customized training for businesses 564 W. State Road 124
and industries. Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050 x 4
Ivy Tech is an accredited, equal
opportunity, affirmative action state
college.
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Educational Opportunities
Lifelong learning
Manchester Intermediate School The mission of Wabash City O.J. Neighbours Elementary
Randy Self, Principal Schools is to provide a relevant and Danielle Miller, Principal
20 West Woodring Road rigorous education to ensure each 1545 N. Wabash Street
Laketon, IN 46943 student is college and career-ready Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 982-8685 for success in a global community. In (260) 563-2345
supporting this mission, Wabash City Wabash Middle School
Manchester Junior-Senior High Schools begins to focus on college Mike Mattern, Principal
School and career readiness from a student’s 150 W. Colerain Street
Dr. Jon K. Lippe, Principal entry into kindergarten through their Wabash, IN 46992
One Squire Drive senior year of school, developing (260) 563-4137
North Manchester, IN 46962 a college and/or career readiness Wabash High School
(260) 982-2196 culture throughout the organization. Kyle Wieland, Principal
580 N. Miami Street
Wabash City Schools WCS believes that students Wabash, IN 46992
must be prepared to succeed in a (260) 563-4131
The Apache Way . . . doing things technology - based global economy.
the right way, every day. WCS is in its fourth year of 1:1
computing initiative: Students k-3
Administrative offices: have the opportunity to use iPads
Jason Callahan, Superintendent and all students 4-12 have Macbook
1101 Colerain Street laptops. WCS believes that the 1:1
Wabash, IN 46992 initiative provides Wabash students
(260) 563-2151 the greatest opportunity to develop
from technology consumers to
technology creators.
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Educational Opportunities
Lifelong learning
Emmanuel Christian School or school agency and receives www.hcc.k12.in.us/
Jeff Pope, Principal little federal, state, or government
129 Southwood Drive assistance. All services are free to Our mission is to provide a
Wabash, IN 46992 students. stimulating educational environment
(260) 563-1677 Two locations: for students to learn technical
www.ecswabash.org Town Life Center skills, attitudes, knowledge and
603 Bond Street Suite 5 understandings designed to promote
St. Bernard Catholic School North Manchester, IN 46962 occupational preparation that will be
Theresa Carroll, Principal (260) 982-6138 effective in the present and future.
191 N. Cass Street
Wabash, IN 46992 Wabash Alliance Church Our challenge is to embrace the
(260) 563-5746 1200 Cass Street ever changing requirements of the 21
Wabash, IN 46992 st century. We will strive to assure that
The Learn More Center (260) 563-5737 our students are properly prepared
to become productive citizens in
The Learn More Center seeks Heartland Career Center their communities. To accomplish
to eliminate illiteracy, encourage this, we will provide our students
educational attainment, and advance Jon Higgins, Principal with: a high level of personalization
employability through its programs. 79 S. 200 W. in every aspect of their education,
Public funding is crucial to the Wabash, IN 46992 proud recognition for individual and
sustainability of the Learn More (260) 563-7481 group accomplishments as well as
Center, as it is not a government hard work and a commitment for the
development of character.
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Lifelong learning
Preschools Tenderhearts Preschool (Walk Happy Days Preschool
Wesley Academy (Wabash First by Faith Community Church) 2147 North State Road 15
United Methodist Church) 5155 Chippewa Street Wabash, IN 46992
110 North Cass Street Roann IN, 46974 (260) 563-4109
Wabash, IN 46992 (765) 833-9931
(260) 563-7665 Area 5 Head Start (Wabash)
Manchester Early Learning 105 Olive Street
Peace Patch Preschool Center Wabash, IN 46992
(Manchester Church of the 806 West South Street (260) 563-5666
Brethren) North Manchester, IN 46962
1306 North Beckley Street (260) 982-4913 Area 5 Head Start (Manchester)
North Manchester, IN 46962 20 West Woodring Road
(260) 982-7523 Sycamore Preschool (North Laketon, IN 46943
Manchester United Methodist (260) 982-7885
Little Friends (Wabash Friends Church) Emmanuel Christian School
Church) 306 East Second Street 129 Southwood Drive
3563 South State Road 13 North Manchester, IN 46962 Wabash, IN 46992
Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 982-7537 (260) 563-1677
(260) 563-8452
Wabash Presbyterian Preschool St. Bernard Catholic School
Noah’s Ark Preschool (Christ 123 West Hill Street Pre-Kindergarten
United Methodist Church) Wabash, IN 46992 191 N. Cass Street
477 North Wabash Street (260) 563-8881 Wabash, IN 46992
Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 563-5746
(260) 563-3308
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Educational Opportunities
North Manchester Public Library
Location out for a week at a time, giving invent and learn.
405 N. Market Street patrons unlimited wifi on-the-go Study and conference rooms for small
North Manchester, IN 46962 groups or individuals. selected rental
(260) 982-4773 • Books, large print books, CD A V equipment.
www.nman.lib.in.us. audiobooks, downloadable electronic
Email: [email protected] audiobooks, and music CDs. Programs
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to Programs for all ages are scheduled
8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, • Over 3,000 current and classic throughout the year:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. movies. Summer reading includes weekly
picnics and fun programs.
About the library • TV shows, and documentaries on
Residents and property owners DVD. Children’s programs, including
Babytimes, Storytimes,Teen Makers,
within the district boundaries of • Over 120 magazines for adults and Lego Club, Science Club and Kids &
North Manchester are eligible for a children. Canvas.”
library card at no charge. Writing workshops, adult coloring,
• Subscriptions to over 10 computer topics, chess club, Cookies
Non-resident library cards are newspapers. & Canvas, manga club, and many
available to those living in the other programs.
surrounding areas. Non-resident card • Genealogy, local history, and Indiana
fees are set according to State statute history books, magazines, and files.
by the library’s Board of Trustees.
Services
Collections Public computers with Internet
The library contains over 68,000 Access and color copier with
items for people of all ages, including: scanning and smart phone printing
capabilities, and fax services.
• Mobile Wifi Hotspots free to check Makerspace, a fully stocked DIY space
where people can gather to create,
Wabash Carnegie Public Library
Location Collections Music available through Freegal with
188 W. Hill Street The library contains over 80,000 valid library card.
Wabash, IN 46992 items for people of all ages including:
(260) 563-2972 Databases available for learning
• Books, daily newspapers, languages, reader advisory,
Email: [email protected] magazines, audiobooks, music CDs, genealogy, local history, research,
Website: wabash.lib.in.us DVDs, Blu-Ray. reference assistance, financial
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m to information, etc.
8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 • Oral History CDs.
p.m. Areas for study or laptop usage.
• Books, magazines, files, microfilm
About the Library for local history and genealogy. Programs
The library district is within the Book Discussions, computer classes,
• Extensive Archival collection of craft project programs, and more.
boundaries of the City of Wabash. Wabash County for research.
Residents and property owners • Various teen programs.
within the district are eligible for a Services
library card at no charge. Along with the library’s collection, • Children programs including
services include: Story times, Puppet Shows, special
Non-resident library cards are programs, and more.
available to those living in the Public computers with Microsoft
surrounding areas. Non-resident card Office Suite, Wi-Fi, Scanning, Faxing, • Summer Reading program for both
fees are set according to State statute Copier, Notary Public, Test Proctoring. adults and youth.
by the library’s Board of Trustees.
E-books, audio e-books and movies
available to download and stream with
valid library card.
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Community Wellness
Photo: Parkview Wabash Hospital
Rendering of the new Parkview Wabash Hospital opening in 2018.
Community Wellness
Keeping you healthy
Parkview Wabash Hospital (PWB) is a 25-bed critical radiology (to include on-site MRI and 40-slice CT scan),
access hospital. A not-for-profit facility founded in 1919, a walk-in clinic and more.
PWB is fully accredited by the Joint Commission. The
hospital offers a 24-hour a day, 7 days a week Emergency With nearly 300 employees, PWB is one of the top
Department staffed with nurses who are all ACLS employers in the county. We participate in numerous
certified and an in-house physician at all times. community events and sponsor our own health fair each
year offering free and discounted health screenings to
Other areas of service include a surgery department the public.
featuring four surgical suites that are kept busy with a
wide array of cases. Surgical patients can recover in our Ground was recently broken for an all-new hospital
Outpatient Surgery Center, the Acute Care Center, or, that will open in 2018. The $35 million facility will
when necessary, in our four-bed CCU. PWB also offers offer enhanced services and the campus will include a
oncology, cardiology, home health and hospice, lab, medical office building.
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Wellness Directory
Hospitals & Clinics Home Health Care & Supplies Special Health Care Services
85 Hope (260) 330-9877 Advantage Home Health (260) 563-1411 Carey Services (260) 569-9049
PO Box 27 (W) Care 1450 Vernon Street (W)
112 North Wabash Street
Parkview FirstCare (260) 274-0387 (W) Disabilities Resource & (260) 982-4777
1655 N. Cass St. (W) Network
603 Bond Street (NM)
Parkview Wabash Hospital (260) 563-3131 Heartland Home Health (260) 982-4238
Care,
710 N. East Street (W) (260) 569-2410 603 Bond Street (NM) E.N.T. Hearing Health Care (260) 274-2147
Center
Premier Home Health Care (260) 274-0056 150 W. Harrison (W)
112 W. Market Street (W)
Counseling Family Hearing Center (260) 306-3444
225 E. Main Street (NM)
Bowen Center (260) 563-8446 Wabash-Miami Home (260) 569-2290
255 N. Miami (W) (260) 563-1902 Health Care & Hospice
(260) 563-8556 400 Ash Street, Wabash North Central Respiratory (260) 569-9891
Cornerstone Addiction 595 Manchester Avenue (260) 569-9841
Services (260) 982-7464 Rehabilitation & Physical (W)
900 Manchester Ave. (W) Therapy
(260) 563-8453 Pathfinder Services, Inc. (260) 982-7049
Manchester Counseling (260) 569-0335 607 Meadowdale Drive
Service Regional Rehabilitation (260) 982-1985 (NM)
1104 N. Wayne Street (NM) Center, 605 North Walnut (260) 982-9334
Street (NM) Vernon Manor Children’s (260) 563-8438
Wabash Friends Home (260) 563-6747
Counseling Center 1955 Vernon Street (W)
3563 S. Street Rd 13 (W) Springside Life Care (260) 569-2207
Center,
710 N. East Street (W) Physicians & Specialists
Adult Living Solutions & Centers The Center for Sports and (260) 563-5630 American Health Network (260) 563-2126
Physical Therapy 276 Manchester Ave. (W)
Autumn Ridge (260) 563-8402 1310 Manchester Ave. (W)
Rehabilitation Center (260) 563-4688 Parkview Physicians (260) 563-7421
600 Washington Street The Rehab Place (260) 569-2206 Group – Family Medicine,
(W) 500 S. Cass Street (W) Wabash
1025 Manchester Avenue,
Bickford of Wabash (260) 569-2000 Wabash County Hospital (260) 563-3131 Wabash (W)
3037 W. Division Rd. (W) (260) 569-6759
(260) 563-4475 Dentists/Dental Services Parkview Physicians (260) 982-2102
Living Well in Wabash (260) 569-1535 Group - Family Medicine
County COA, Inc. Bernard B. Dreiman (260) 563-1045 1104 North Wayne Street
239 Bond Street (W) (260) 563-7427 (NM)
(260) 563-5611 900 Manchester Ave. (W)
Miller’s Merry Manor (260) 563-7427
1720 Alber Street (W) Charlie Cox Jr. DDS (260) 563-4189 NuStart (260) 563-0700
(260) 563-4112 797 S. Wabash St. (W)
Miller’s Merry Manor East 900 Manchester Ave. (W)
1900 Alber Street, Wabash (800) 545-6220
(260) 982-8616 Croner Dentistry (260) 982-4715 Physicians Referral (260) 569-2210
Miller’s Merry Manor West 1209 St. Rd. 13 W. (NM) Program,
1720 Alber Street, Wabash (765) 981-2081 710 North East Street (W)
(765) 981-4954 (260) 563-8333
Peabody Retirement Fowler, Bing M., Family Walnut Street Family (260) 982-1994
Community Wellness (260) 982-2118 Dentistry Healthcare
Center (260) 982-4385 1911 S .Wabash Street (W) 605 North Walnut Street
400 W. 7th Street (NM) (NM)
(260) 274-0444 Gorman Center for (260) 563-4189
Rolling Meadows Health Orthodontics
Care 617 N. River Dr. (M) Optometrists
604 Rennaker Street (LF)
Hankee Dentistry (260) 982-6344 Dr. Bradley Camp
Timbercrest Senior Living 125 E. Main Street (NM) 103 N. Front Street (NM)
Community (260) 982-8798
2201 East North Street LADD Dental Group, Inc. (260) 225-0527 Family Optometry (260) 563-0884
(NM) 1639 N. Cass Street (W) 520 Manchester Ave. (W) (260) 563-3672
(260) 563-6534
Wellbrooke of Wabash, Manchester Family (260 ) 982-6042 Midwest Eye Consultants, (260) 982-2621
20 John Kissinger Drive Dentistry PC
(W) 1301 St. Rd. 13 West (NM) 833 N. Cass Street (W) (260) 563-2020
Mattern, Robert DDS (260) 563-8329 Midwest Eye Consultants,
174 W. Maple Street (W) PC
1201 State Road 114 East
Wabash Dental Center (260) 563-4732 (NM)
760 Alber Street (W)
Wabash Eye Health &
Wabash Dental Services (260) 563-4065 Vision Center
278 Manchester Avenue (260) 563-4193 144 W. Hill Street (W)
(W)
Key: LF= Lafontaine | NM=North Manchester | W = Wabash
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First Friday - A celebration of community!
Sponsored by:
First Friday is programed by
Wabash Marketplace, Inc.
an Indiana Main Street
non-profit organization.
www.WabashMarketplace.org
What is First Friday?
Mark your calendar! On the First Friday of every month,
hundreds of residents and visitors fill the sidewalks of
downtown Wabash, enjoying what has become the city’s
liveliest and most popular monthly event. Arts
organizations, galleries, studios, and a wide variety of
local businesses feature regional and national artists as
well as live entertainment starting at 5 p.m.
Best explored on foot, the First Friday tradition continues to
grow with up to 5,000 annual attendees. Most make it an
evening, with dinner and drinks from a colorful array of
restaurants and entertainment venues.
Join the Town of NEW! 2nd Friday in
North Manchester during the North Manchester
2nd Friday of each month.
Stroll the picturesque
streets, check out the historic
facades and quaint shops.
Stick around for dinner,
drinks and sunset photos of
the covered bridge.
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Art Festivals build economic & social capital.
We value the arts!
The recognition of a community's arts and culture assets is an important element of economic
development. Creatively acknowledging and marketing community assets can attract a strong
workforce and successful firms, as well as help sustain a positive quality of life. Arts and cultural
activities can draw crowds from within and around the community. Increasing the number of visitors as
well as enhancing resident participation helps build economic and social capital.
Wabash North Manchester
First Weekend in August Second Weekend in September
ArtsFest, which takes place in downtown Wabash, Eel River Arts Festival, which takes place in
will celebrate its tenth year. This threeday festival downtown North Manchester, will celebrate its fifth
set for the first weekend in August celebrates the year. Sponsored by Manchester Main Street, this
arts with a wide range of musical and artistic talents oneday festival is set for the second weekend in
September and showcases the charming town and
and takes place at multiple venues
throughout downtown. talented arts community.
Past events have included performances from Be Local & Discover North Manchester.
musicians such as Kristin Chenoweth, Time for You and your family are invited to come downtown
Three, Sylvia McNair and more. Culinary to shop, eat and stroll. Spend the
experiences, wine and craft beer tastings, a day experiencing several different culturally
downtown gallery walk, piano and bass recitals, art focused activites. The festival features local area
workshops and independent films round out a artists, live muisic all day, good eats, a children's
craft tent, face painting and artist demonstations. A
weekend full of amazing artistry. call for artists will be posted online midspring.
While some events are free, most of the events The festival is free to the public. For more
require tickets. To view the 2017 schedule of events information or to apply as an artist or vendor,
please contact the Manchester Main Street office
and to purchase tickets, please contact the at (260) 9016670 or at EelRiverArtsFestival.com
Honeywell Center Box Office at (260) 5631102 or
at HoneywellFoundation.org/artsfest.
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Celebrating the Ageless Spirit Every Day
Throughout time, our non-profit Come see why each Peabody neighborhood
continuing care retirement community is as special as the neighbors who live here.
has been a preferred choice of seniors
and their families. • Lindsay Place Garden Homes and Village Patio Homes
for independent living
Call (260) 982-8616 or (800) 545-6220
for a tour or to learn more. • James B. Peabody Inn Apartments for assistance
with the activities of daily living
• Dedicated memory support and long-term skilled nursing care
• Rehab to Home inpatient and outpatient short-term
rehabilitative services
400 W. Seventh Street • N. Manchester, IN 46962 • PeabodyRC.org
GUIDE/12-16
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Annual Festivals
& Events
Since 1949 WINTER
Holiday Banner Contest - Wabash
/$BTT4USFFUt8BCBTI(corner of US 24 & SR 15) Downtown Holiday Night to Remember -
260.563.6443 www.BrandtsHarley.com Wabash
Kids Christmas Festival - Wabash
Hours: M-F 9-6 Sat. 9-5 Sun. 12-5 Yule Time Stoll - Wabash
Winter Garden Walk - Wabash
8/t3PBOO(15 min. north of Wabash on SR 15) Annual Celebration of Light - Wabash
Light up the Town Gala - North Manchester
260.982.2679XXX8BMEP(PMG$PVSTFDPN Santa Comes To Town - North Manchester
SPRING
/$BTT4USFFUt8BCBTI(across from Brandt’s H-D) Salamonie Lake Birding Extravaganza - Lagro
Peabody Tulip Festival - North Manchester
260.274.0101'JOEVTPO'BDFCPPL North Manchester Farmers Market -
CSBOEUTQPXFSTQPSUT!ZBIPPDPN North Manchester
Eggstravaganza Bunny Hop - North Manchester
adnum=60757861 Bunny Bash Kids Festival - Wabash
FAME Festival - Wabash
Wabash Farmers Market - Wabash
SUMMER
Ashland Days - LaFontaine
Lagro Good Ole’ Days - Lagro
North Manchester Garden Tours - North
Manchester
FunFest By The River - North Manchester
Relay for Life - Wabash
Somerset Community Days - Somerset
Summer Music Plaza Series - Wabash
Wabash River Defenders River Clean Up -
Wabash
Wabash Herb and Garden Fest - Wabash
Kunkel Cruise-in Car Show - Wabash
Wabash Garden Tours - Wabash
ArtsFest - Wabash
Wabash County 4-H Fair - Wabash
FALL
Annual Wine & Beer Tasting - North Manchester
Eel River Arts Festival - North Manchester
Salamonie Lake Senior Fall Fest - Lagro
Salamonie Rider’s Rendezvous - Lagro
Smokin’ for a Cause - Wabash
North Manchester Harvest Festival - North
Manchester
Roann Covered Bridge Festival - Roann
American Heritage Craft Show - Wabash
Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Chili Cook-
off - Wabash
Kid-o-Rama - Wabash
Sorority Home Tour - Wabash
Dam to Dam Wabash Co. Century Ride
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Places to Stay Historical Museum Downtown North Manchester Walking Guide
Places to Eat Places to Shop
Art & Entertainment 221 S. Miami St. Wabash, IN 46992
P Places to Park Rare Books 260-563-7171 www.VisitWabashCounty.com
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LOCATED NINETY MINUTES NORTH OF INDIANAPOLIS; FORTYFIVE MINUTES SOUTH OF FORT WAYNE
GIRLFRIEND'S GETAWAY
Wine and gourmet cheese tastings at the award wining Charley Creek Inn, craft
brews at Market Street Grill, Harry's Old Kettle Pub & Grill or Chapman's
Brewery, Make it Your Own Art Gallery for pottery and painting, boutique
shopping in historic downtown Wabash. Finish out the night with custom cocktails
around the piano bar at the Green Hat Lounge and a restful night's sleep at any
of our fine hotels or Bed and Breakfasts.
COUPLE'S ESCAPE
Leave behind the stress of a busy life and connect over a gourmet cooking class at
Gallery 64. Combine fitness and food on a Taste of Wabash culinary walking tour.
Schedule couples massages at The Body Connection. Check out a live comedy or
blues show at the Eagles Theatre, or order room service and chill over strawberries
and champagne in one of the King Suites at the Charley Creek Inn or Herrold on
Hill Bed and Breakfast. Wake up to fresh coffee at Modoc's Market.
FAMILY FUNCATION
Hike, camp, swim, and fish at Salamonie or Mississinewa Sate Park.
Interactively play through history at the Wabash County Historical Museum,
Dr. James Ford House Museum, and the Center for History. Paint pottery and
create keepsakes at Make It Your Own Art Studio. Catch a show on a true big
screen at the 13/24 Drive In or a mainstage performance at the Honeywell
Center. Scale Unger Mountain; a 50 ft. outdoor rock climbing wall
overlooking the prairie.
OUTDOOR QUEST
Test your target skills on the rifle and archery range at Bass & Bucks Pro Shop.
Enjoy horseback riding along the trails at Salamonie State Park. Golf your way
around four different golf courses or rent a pontoon from Pirates Cove Marina on
Mississenwa Lake. Follow the Wabash County Bike Trail on your own bicycle
or rent a motorcycle from Brandt's Harley Davidson and enjoy the rural beauty
and fresh air blowing through your hair.
For more information or to plan your weekend VisitWabashCounty.com
or call Jennifer 260-563-7171
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History & Heritage
LAGRO North Manchester Covered The Honeywell House
Hanging Rock Bridge 720 N. Wabash Street
4552 E. Hanging Rock Road 109 N. Market Street Wabash, IN 46992
Division Road North Manchester, IN 46962 (260) 563-2326
Lagro, IN 46941 (260) 563-7171
(260) 637-2273 www.honeywellhouse.org
The site, located on the southern bank www.nmanchesterhistory.org The Honeywell House, home of
of the Wabash River, near the town of The North Manchester Covered the late Mrs. Mark C. Honeywell, is
Lagro, contains an impression natural Bridge, constructed in 1872, is one of a nonprofit cultural center owned
exposure of fossilized coral reef the two remaining covered bridges and operated by the Honeywell
dating from the Silurian Periodsome which span the Eel River In Wabash Foundation.
400 million years ago. The limestone County, Indiana.
reef deposit rises 75 feet above Paradise Spring Historical Park
the river and is being undercut Thomas Marshall Birthplace 351 E. Market Street
by it, giving the site its “hanging” 409 N. Market Street Wabash, IN 46992
appearance. North Manchester, IN 46962 (260) 563-4171
(260) 982-0672 Paved walkway through historic log
St Patrick’s Catholic Church cabins on the site where the Treaty
940 Main Street www.nmanchesterhistory.org at Paradise Spring was signed. Also
Lagro, IN 46941 Thomas R. Marshall was our Nation’s was once a main hub for the Big Four
(260) 563-4750 28th Vice President. Tour this historic Railroad.
home located in charming North
www.visitwabashcounty.com Manchester, Indiana. Wabash County Courthouse &
Built in 1870 by Irish immigrants, this Abraham Lincoln Monument
breathtaking church speaks for itself. ROANN 1 W. Hill Street
Victorian Gothic style, the original bell Roann Covered Bridge Wabash, IN 46992
and organ are still in use. North side of Roann (260) 563-0661
off SR 16
Wabash-Erie Canal – Kerr Lock Where there once were twenty-nine www.wabashcounty85.us
Washington Street covered bridges in Wabash County, First Electrically Lighted city in the
Lagro, IN 46941 the Roann Covered bridge is now one World: “From the towering dome
(260) 563-7171 of the only two remaining covered of the Court House at 8:00 p.m. on
bridges in the county. March 31, 1880, burst a flood of lights
www.visitwabashcounty.com that made world history.
There were four locks near Lagro. The Stockdale Mill
Kerr Lock, the McDonald Lock, the State Road 16 Wabash County Historical
Ditton Lock, and the Hayes Lock. They Roann, IN 46974 Museum
were named after their locktenders. (765) 833-2019 36 E. Market Street
Locktenders were the people that Wabash, IN 46992
took care of the locks. www.stockdalemill.org (260) 563-9070
An historic working grist mill located
NORTH MANCHESTER along the Eel River. www.wabashmuseum.org
Center for History With two floors of interactive exhibits,
124 N. Market Street WABASH an extensive research and archive
North Manchester, IN 46962 Dr. James Ford Historic Home area, and a spacious meeting room,
(260) 982-0672 177 W. Hill Street this museum is one of our county’s
Wabash, IN 46992 great treasures.
www.nmanchesterhistory.org (260) 563-8686
The Center for History is a non-
profit musuem managed by the www.jamesfordmuseum.org
North Manchester Historical Society Period furnishings complement
that features the history of North interactive exhibits, a display of Civil
Manchester and the Eel River Basin. War~Era medical equipment, and
Victorian garden.
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Entertainment & Art
NORTH MANCHESTER
Gallery G – Manchester
University
604 E. College Avenue
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-5285
www.meetatmanchester.com
Fine art gallery featuring local and
regional artists.
Manchester University and the
Cordier Auditorium
604 E. College Avenue
North, Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-5000
www.meetatmanchester.com
Touring performances, speaking
engagements and live musical
entertainment.
WABASH Photo: Honeywell Foundation
13/24 Drive-In Theater
890 N. State Road 13
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-5745
www.1324drivein.com
Features first-run double features
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
beginning at dusk. Full concession
stand.
Artistica Gallery & Wood’s LIVE Entertainment Series and first-run films at the Eagles Theatre.
Framing & Art
74 W. Market Street Eagles Theatre Honeywell Center
Wabash, IN 46992 106 W. Market Street 275 W. Market Street
(260) 563-1915 Wabash, IN 46992 Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-3272 (260) 563-1102
www.facebook.com/artisticagallery
Custom framing and fine art gallery www.eaglestheatre.com www.honeywellcenter.org
featuring local and regional artists.
Single screen historic theater house World-class performing arts center
Borders & Beyond Gallery offers first run films all year along. featuring touring national acts.
24 W. Canal Street
Wabash, IN 46992 Gallery 64 Make It Your Own Art Studio
(260) 563-3878 64 W. Canal Street 24 W. Canal Street - Alley -
Wabash, IN 46992 Upstairs
www.facebook.com/bordersandbeyond (260) 417-0338 Wabash, IN 46992
Custom framing and fine art gallery (260) 569-1551
featuring local and regional artists. www.gallerysixtyfour.com
Creative space featuring art, www.makeityourownpottery.com
Clark Gallery – Honeywell Center cooking classes, and more — food,
275 W. Market Street event and rental space. Make It Your Own is an Art Studio that
Wabash, IN 46992 offers a wide array of activities for
(260) 563-1102 Alley Dog Fine Art Gallery your creative side.
During your visit to the Clark Gallery 49 W. Market Street
you’ll be sure to find a variety of Wabash, IN 46992
exhibits. From emerging art students (260) 377-9778
to professional artists, the displays are Paintings by local, award-winning
different every month. artist Terry Pulley.
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Outdoor Sports & Recreation
LAGRO
Hanging Rock
Division Road
Lagro, IN 46941
(260) 637-2273
www.acreslandtrust.org
Coral Reef remnant of the glacial and
stream erosion during the Ice Age.
Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run
1866 E. Baumbauer Road
Lagro, IN 46941
(260) 637-2273
www.acreslandtrust.org/hathaway
Spectacular gorge with waterfalls,
reef fossils, exposed bedrock and
vertical cliffs.
Kokiwanee Nature Preserve Photo: Jennifer Long-Dillon
5821 Mater Road
Lagro, IN 46941 Etna Acres Golf Course
(260) 637-2273 9803 W. 600 S.
Andrews, IN 46702
www.acreslandtrust.org (260) 468-2906
Etna Acres is a uniquely designed 18
Includes scenic moderate hiking hole golf course.
trails (dog friendly), a lake, river, and
waterfalls. Honeywell Golf Course
3360 W. Division Road
Pirates Cove Marina WABASH Wabash, IN 46992
9214 Lost Bridge Road W. (260) 563-8663
Andrews, IN 46702 (Near Lagro) Asherwood Nature Preserve Honeywell Public Golf Course is
(260) 468-2162 7496 W. State Road 124 a cooperative effort of the Mark
Wabash, IN 46992 Honeywell Foundation and City of
www.salamoniemarina.com (260) 637-2273 Wabash.
Public nature preserve and bird
Enjoy Pontoon Boat tours of the aviary. Mark C. Honeywell Public
beautiful Salamonie Lake) or rent your Outdoor Pool
own), among convenience shopping 370 W. Harrison Avenue
items and boat fuel. Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-2041
Salamonie Lake Trails Brandt’s Harley-Davidson The facility contains a 50 meter
1004 S. Salamonie Dam Road 1400 N. Cass Street competition pool with diving pit and a
Lagro, IN 46941-9731 Wabash, IN 46992 120’ single flume waterslide.
(260) 468-2125 (260) 563-6443
Salamonie Lake and Salamonie River
State Forest comprise a total of 13,336 www.brandtshd.com
acres. The property is operated Harley-Davidson Motorcycle sales
and maintained by the Indiana and rentals.
Department of Natural Resources,
under a lease agreement with the U.S. Crossfit Relativity
Army Corps of Engineers. At summer 410 S. Wabash Street
pool the water forms a 2,665 acre Wabash, IN 46992
lake. (260) 563-7382
www.crossfitrelativity.com
Offers a variety of classes designed
to help you achieve your desired
results regardless of what they might
be. Single session punch cards and
monthly memberships available.
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Mary Thornton Nature Preserve Wabash County Bike Trail Photo: Green Hat Productions
1541 E. 300 N. 104 Mile Hard Surface Trail
Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 563-7171 Sycamore Golf Course
(260) 637-2273 6002 E. Highway 114
www.visitwabashcounty.com North Manchester, IN 46962
www.acreslandtrust.org Enjoy the 16 points of interest (260) 982-2279
Oak hickory forest that is converting highlighted throughout the county Sycamore Golf Club is an intriguing
itself into a beech maple forest. along the bike trail. Maps avail online. 18-hole layout, located just 5 miles
Wildlife is abundant. Please note trail follows roads shared East of North Manchester, Indiana.
with vehicular traffic.
MMA Minded ROANN
111 Falls Avenue Wabash County YMCA Mississinewa Lake & Trails
Wabash, IN 46992 500 S. Cass Street Mississinewa Lake
(260) 519-5282 Wabash, IN 46992 5613 E. Mississinewa Dam Road
A Carlson Gracie Stockman jiu-jitsu (260) 563-9622 Peru, IN 46970-9745
Academy, teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Community-focused nonprofit (765) 473-6528
kickboxing boxing and MMA. established in 1844 with recreational
programs & services for all ages. Printable Trail Maps http://www.in.gov/
Morrett Sports Complex dnr/parklake/files/mississinewa_trail.
Field of Dreams pdf
10 Water Ridge Parkway
Wabash, IN 46992 NORTH MANCHESTER The Waldo Golf Course
(260) 563-9622 Glenn Ruppel Sports Complex 5162 W. 900 N.
4 full softball diamonds, soccer 1302 N. Market Street Roann, IN 46974
complex 80 yard football field. North Manchester, IN 46962 (260) 982-2679
(260) 982-4919 Offering a blended par 60 golf
Northern Indiana Aviation Located just north of Manchester course suitable for all ages and skill
283 W. 400 S. High School on Market St. It houses levels.
Wabash, IN 46992 four ball diamonds, basketball courts,
(260) 563-4705 playground area, parking lot and Contact Visit Wabash County
concession stands. for all maps
www.wabashairport.com 221 S. Miami Street
Northern Indiana Aviation (NIA) is Strauss-Peabody Aquatic & Wabash, IN 46992
a full service Fixed Base Operator Fitness Center (260) 563-7171
(FBO) operating and maintaining the 902 N. Market Street
Wabash Municipal Airport (IWH) in North Manchester, IN 46962 www.visitwabashcounty.com
the City of Wabash, Indiana. (260) 982-4919
Features a fully loaded fitness center
Unger Mountain which contains Treadmills, Bikes,
5599 W. Elliot Road Precore Weight Machines as well as a
Wabash, IN 46992 Smith Press Machine.
(260) 571-8414
A three-sided, 50ft climbing tower
with 4 auto belays. For beginner,
intermediate, and advanced
climbers. Also includes a quick-jump
suspended above the top platform
for free-fall.
Wabash City Trails
(260) 563-7171
www.visitwabashcounty.com
Enjoy the natural beauty of the
Wabash River and the historic
architecture of Wabash while cycling/
walking/jogging the Wabash City
Trail network.
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swimming pools and fitness center
Creating a lifetime of memories”Hot tub • steam room • sauna • aerobic studio • splash pad
M-F 6 am-9 pm • Sat. 8 am-6 pm Come out and enjoy a Tournament
Sun. Fitness Center 9 am-5 pm tested Golf Course. Host to the
State PGA Junior Championship
Pool 1 pm-4:30 pm
since 1992, 1987 State Open, PGA
902 N. Market St. • N. Manchester • 260.982.4919 Match Play Championship, PGA
Senior Championship, Indiana
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Father Son Championship; Special
Place, Special Memories, Share the
experience with your friends.
Enjoy Honeywell Golf Course.
3360 W. Division
Wabash, IN
260.563.8663
www.honeywellgc.com
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Nestled in the heart of it all is the Visit Wabash County Welcome Center and Gift Shop. Located in the historic district of downtown Wabash, this one-of-a-kind storefront is dedicated to enhancing the visitor’s experience.
The tourism Board of Directors and staff are dedicated to connecting residents and visitors with area events, festivals and attractions. Each are happy to assist you with your special or corporate event by providing presentations, welcome packets and step-on guides to the county.
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