Monthly Archives: May 2019

Brick garage on a corner in Goshen

Posted on May 26, 2019 by historynut11

Anyone driving on College Avenue and going by County Road 27, or Dierdorff Road, in Goshen has probably noticed this old brick garage sitting by itself off the southwest corner of College and Dierdorff. I’m told there was a house … Continue reading →

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Rural church near New Paris dates back to 1850s

Posted on May 18, 2019 by historynut11

Although at first glance the Maple Grove Church of the Brethren probably doesn’t look to be very old, if you look closer you can see some evidence of the original church. This church is located on County Road 46 in … Continue reading →

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House a reminder of former Gorsuch farm

Posted on May 12, 2019 by historynut11

It seems there is a story associated with every old farmhouse seen in rural areas. Naturally I became curious when seeing this old farmhouse on County Road 32, just west of Old County Road 17 in Harrison Township, Elkhart County. … Continue reading →

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House was built for Violett family

Posted on May 5, 2019 by historynut11

Older houses are certainly part of the history of a city. They are also often a pleasure to look at because they were built with style and elegance. In the photo is a house built for the Violett family located … Continue reading →

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