Barker Civic Center

Historical marker location:

631 Washington St, Michigan City, Indiana

( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street and W. 7th Street, on the right when traveling south on Washington Street.)

The former Barker Mansion

Searching for other points of interest within 3 miles of this location.

The Wabash River, which flows through western Indiana, was the inspiration for the state song, "On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away," written by Paul Dresser in 1897. It became one of the most popular songs of its time and has since become a symbol of the state's heritage.