Tippecanoe, Indiana


Tippecanoe is an unincorporated community in Tippecanoe Township, Marshall County, Indiana, United States.

History

Tippecanoe was founded in 1882. The original town was located 1 mile to the north and was platted under the name Tippecanoe Town in 1850, named after the Tippecanoe River which flowed just to the south. After the railroad was built 1 mile south, the town was relocated. The original "Tippecanoe Town" was renamed Old Tip Town.
Benack's Village was located a few miles up the Tippecanoe River in what is now Potawatomi Wildlife Park.

Geography

Tippecanoe is located at. It is named for the Tippecanoe River, which runs on the north side of town. Indiana Highway 331 passes through the town.

Notable Residents

- Former President & CEO of Caterpillar Inc.
Paul & Joyce Hensley - Founders of Hensley Fabricating & Equipment Co., Inc.

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