Dutch in the Calumet Region

Description: 

Dutch immigrants after 1850 began moving to this area because of its similarities to their homeland. They helped to locate ditches to drain water from the extensive marshes, leaving rich land to expand successful horticultural activities.

LocationMem: 
On Kleinman Rd, Highland, (On the left when traveling south)
Institution: 
Indiana Historical Bureau and Lamprecht Florist Greenhouse.(Marker Number 45.1992.1.)
Official/Unofficial: 
Official (Historical Marker Database)
Date of Dedication: 
1992
Place Location: