What is the Indiana State river and when was it adopted?
The Indiana State River is the Wabash. It was adopted in 1996. The Wabash river is also the theme of Indiana’s state song, is mentioned in the state poem, and on Indiana’s honorary award (The Sagamore of the Wabash).
What is Indiana State Rock?
Salem limestone
Table of minerals, rocks, stones and gemstones
| State federal district or territory | Mineral | Rock or stone |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | Fluorite (1965) | |
| Indiana | Salem limestone (1971) | |
| Iowa | Geode (1967) | |
| Kansas | Galena (2018) | Greenhorn Limestone, from which the Kansas Stone Posts were cut. (2018) |
When was the Indiana State River adopted?
March 14, 1913
On March 14, 1913, the Indiana General Assembly adopted “On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away,” by Terre Haute native Paul Dresser, as Indiana’s state song. Ironically, two weeks later the beloved river of Dresser’s dreams spilled over its banks and engulfed the composer’s home town.
Does Indiana have a state rock?
Indiana State Stone | Limestone.
Where is the Indiana River in southern Indiana?
Under study by the state for possible inclusion in State Natural, Scenic and Recreational River System. Meanders through a scenic, heavily wooded corridor in southern Indiana hill country. Agricultural lands often lie adjacent to the river providing excellent wildlife habitat.
Where are the headwaters of the Wabash River in Indiana?
A northern Indiana tributary of the Wabash River flowing through a heavily farmed portion of the state. Banks are generally wooded with some forested areas in corridor. Tippecanoe State Park is located on river. Upper half recommended by the state for inclusion in State Natural, Scenic and Recreational Rivers System.
Where is the Wyandotte River in Indiana located?
A highly scenic stretch of river through the spectacular Indiana hill country with good floating and fishing potential. Receives moderate use. Flows through Wyandotte State Recreation Area and Harrison Crawford State Forest. Watershed is mostly forested with some bottomland farming.
What are the attractions of the Indiana River?
Winds through an area of interesting glacial geology activity with deeply cut channels in sandstone creating steep cliffs. Several species of plants on state rare and endangered species list, relict stands of white pine and hemlock and remnant prairie. Abundant fish and wildlife populations. Good recreational values.