Images of Prophetstown State Park
Prophetstown State Park and its collection
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Prophetstown State Park is a significant historical site that commemorates a Native American village. This village was founded in 1808 by Shawnee leaders Tecumseh and his brother Tenskwatawa. Located north of present-day Lafayette, Indiana, the village grew into a large, multi-tribal community.
Open-Air Museum at Prophetstown
The park features an open-air museum at Prophetstown, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. The living history exhibits include a Shawnee village and a 1920s-era farmstead, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the area.
The Farm at Prophetstown
The Farm at Prophetstown is a non-profit organization that operates within the park. It rents approximately 125 acres from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to showcase farming life as it was in the 1920s. This provides visitors with a unique perspective on the historical lifestyle of the area.
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