National Register of Historic Places listings in Noble County, Indiana facts for kids

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Welcome to Noble County, Indiana! This page is all about special places here that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a Hall of Fame for buildings, areas, and sites that are super important to American history and culture.

These places are officially recognized by the United States government because they tell amazing stories about the past. In Noble County, there are 16 different properties and areas that have earned this special honor. You can even see many of them on a map using their exact location coordinates!

Some of these historic spots are in towns like Ligonier or Albion. Others are in the countryside, in areas called townships. If a place is split between a town and the countryside, we'll tell you both!

Historic Treasures in Noble County

These are the amazing places in Noble County that are recognized for their history. Each one has a unique story!

	Name on the Register	Image	Date listed	Location	City or town	Description
1	Ahavas Shalom Reform Temple		June 16, 1983 (#83000143)	503 S. Main St. 41°27′42″N 85°35′20″W / 41.461667°N 85.588889°W / 41.461667; -85.588889 (Ahavas Shalom Reform Temple)	Ligonier	This beautiful building is a historic Jewish temple. It was built a long time ago and is an important part of Ligonier's community history.
2	Albion Courthouse Square Historic District		December 31, 2013 (#13001014)	Roughly bounded by Highland, Oak, and Hazel Sts., and the alley east of Orange St. 41°23′48″N 85°25′28″W / 41.396667°N 85.424444°W / 41.396667; -85.424444 (Albion Courthouse Square Historic District)	Albion	This district includes the area around the main courthouse in Albion. It's a collection of historic buildings that show how the town center developed over time.
3	Cromwell Historic District		September 14, 2015 (#15000597)	Jefferson between 2nd & Orange Sts. 41°24′04″N 85°36′54″W / 41.401111°N 85.615000°W / 41.401111; -85.615000 (Cromwell Historic District)	Cromwell	The Cromwell Historic District protects a special part of Cromwell. It helps keep the old-town feel and history of the area alive for future generations.
4	Iddings-Gilbert-Leader-Anderson Block		July 21, 1987 (#87000544)	105-113 N. Main St. 41°26′39″N 85°15′58″W / 41.444167°N 85.266111°W / 41.444167; -85.266111 (Iddings-Gilbert-Leader-Anderson Block)	Kendallville	This block of buildings in Kendallville shows how businesses and shops looked in the past. It's a great example of historic architecture.
5	Jefferson Union Church and Sweet Cemetery		March 24, 2010 (#10000126)	3015 E415N, east of Albion 41°24′44″N 85°22′01″W / 41.412319°N 85.366919°W / 41.412319; -85.366919 (Jefferson Union Church and Sweet Cemetery)	Jefferson Township	This historic church and its nearby cemetery tell stories of early settlers and community life in Jefferson Township. It's a peaceful place with a lot of history.
6	Kendallville Downtown Historic District		December 23, 2003 (#03001315)	Roughly bounded by Harris and Rush Sts. and the alleys east and west of Main 41°26′35″N 85°15′55″W / 41.443056°N 85.265278°W / 41.443056; -85.265278 (Kendallville Downtown Historic District)	Kendallville	This district covers the heart of downtown Kendallville. It includes many buildings that show the city's growth and development over the years.
7	Ligonier Historic District		October 23, 1987 (#87001798)	Roughly bounded by the former Conrail right-of-way and Smith, Union, College, and Grand Sts. 41°27′46″N 85°35′23″W / 41.462778°N 85.589722°W / 41.462778; -85.589722 (Ligonier Historic District)	Ligonier	This large district in Ligonier includes many historic homes and businesses. It helps preserve the unique character and charm of the town.
8	Luckey Hospital		March 20, 2013 (#13000090)	Junction of U.S. Route 33 and State Road 109 at Wolf Lake 41°20′00″N 85°29′39″W / 41.333472°N 85.494167°W / 41.333472; -85.494167 (Luckey Hospital)	Noble Township	The Luckey Hospital served the community of Wolf Lake for many years. It's a reminder of how healthcare has changed over time.
9	Noble County Courthouse		May 12, 1981 (#81000005)	Courthouse Square 41°23′45″N 85°25′28″W / 41.395833°N 85.424444°W / 41.395833; -85.424444 (Noble County Courthouse)	Albion	The Noble County Courthouse is a grand building where important county decisions are made. It's a symbol of local government and history.
10	Noble County Sheriff's House and Jail		December 27, 1982 (#82000026)	W. Main and Oak Sts. 41°23′44″N 85°25′34″W / 41.395556°N 85.426111°W / 41.395556; -85.426111 (Noble County Sheriff's House and Jail)	Albion	This building once housed the county sheriff and the jail. It gives us a look into how law enforcement worked in the past.
11	Stanley School-District No. 2		December 16, 2014 (#14001038)	S300E south of Albion 41°20′17″N 85°21′57″W / 41.338056°N 85.365833°W / 41.338056; -85.365833 (Stanley School-District No. 2)	Green Township	The Stanley School is an old schoolhouse that shows what education was like for kids many years ago. It's a piece of local educational history.
12	Gene Stratton-Porter Cabin		June 27, 1974 (#74000015)	Southeast of Rome City off State Road 9 41°28′51″N 85°20′55″W / 41.480833°N 85.348611°W / 41.480833; -85.348611 (Gene Stratton-Porter Cabin)	Orange Township	This cabin was the home of Gene Stratton-Porter, a famous author and naturalist. She wrote many books about nature and spent a lot of time here.
13	Stone's Trace		May 24, 1984 (#84001212)	U.S. Route 33 and State Road 5, south of Ligonier 41°25′35″N 85°35′10″W / 41.426389°N 85.586111°W / 41.426389; -85.586111 (Stone's Trace)	Sparta Township	Stone's Trace was an important stop for travelers long ago. It includes a historic tavern and other buildings that tell the story of early travel and settlement.
14	Jacob Straus House		June 4, 1979 (#79000011)	210 S. Main St. 41°27′50″N 85°35′22″W / 41.463889°N 85.589444°W / 41.463889; -85.589444 (Jacob Straus House)	Ligonier	The Jacob Straus House is a beautiful historic home in Ligonier. It shows the style of houses built by important families in the past.