History & Landmarks
The History of Boyd Park, Indiana’s First Roller Coaster
By TJ Honeycutt Everyone who currently calls Wabash County home has passed the site of Indiana’s first wooden roller coaster, most I suspect, without realizing it. Just across from Richvalley…
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Meet Shane Waters, an award-winning true crime and history podcaster based in Wabash
If you see a Tesla Model X that looks like the Mystery Machine that Scooby-Doo and his gang rode around in, you’re probably witnessing investigative podcaster Shane Waters in action. Waters, who…
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The History of Paradise Spring Historical Park
Cabins, walking paths, human history, and open greenspace await visitors to Paradise Spring Historical Park. Located within a few blocks from the historic downtown district, Paradise Spring offers a peaceful…
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HOW THE IRISH BUILT A LASTING LEGACY IN WABASH COUNTY
About an hour southwest of Fort Wayne in Wabash County, you’ll find Lagro. Though the town may be small, the legacy of the Irish in Lagro is far from modest.…
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Discoverable Driving Tours
Whether you’re from Wabash County or visiting, we have 3 discoverable driving tours for you to enjoy with your friends and family! From historic locations, to scrap metal transformer statues,…
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10 Must-See Historic Landmarks in Wabash County
1 – Hanging Rock 4552 E Hanging Rock Rd, Lagro The Acres Land Trust property, located on the southern bank of the Wabash River, near the town of Lagro, contains…
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6 must-see historic home renos in Wabash County: Hidden passages, a 170+ year-old barn, & more
Revitalizing historic properties and bringing new life to communities is a concept captured in many popular TV shows. Viewers often enjoy the before and afters, the obstacles, the surprising finds,…
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Spend the Night in a 1903 Church Surrounded by Beautiful Stained Glass
I’m always on the hunt for unique lodging, and on a recent stay in Wabash, I stayed in one of the most unique spots yet. The Sanctuary of Wabash is…
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Few remain of the county’s five original covered bridges
There are less than 100 historic wooden covered bridges in the Hoosier state, with Wabash County being able to boast two of them. Currently, the towns of North Manchester and…
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Celebrating 76 Seasons of Symphonic Sound
In October 2014, the Manchester Symphony Orchestra kicked off its 76th season with the concert, “Vive la France!”. The concert celebrated French composers, and featured the work of guest artist…
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