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Chief Richardville house, April 2008
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| Nearest city | 2 miles (3.2 km) west of downtown Huntington, southwest of the junction of U.S. Route 24 and State Roads 9/37, Huntington and Huntington Township, Huntington County, Indiana |
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| Coordinates | 40°52′37″N 85°31′58″W / 40.87694°N 85.53278°W / 40.87694; -85.53278 |
| Area | 7.3 acres (3.0 ha) |
| Built | 1833 (1833) |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 85002446[1] |
| Added to NRHP | September 16, 1985 |
Historic Forks of the Wabash is a historic museum park near Huntington, Indiana, that features several historic buildings, trails and remnants of the Wabash and Erie Canal. The location was the signing location of the historic Treaty at the Forks of the Wabash in 1838.[2] The park is located along the Wabash River. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985 as the Chief Richardville House and Miami Treaty Grounds.[1]
Historic structures include:
Ball State University conducted an archaeological dig at the Chief's House in 1989 which uncovered artifacts including nails, brick, glass, toys, housewares, and personal items. An additional excavation occurred in 1999.
The park offers programs for groups of all ages. Topics include archaeology, canals and transportation, pioneer life, Woodland Indian history, and art.
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