Facility Type:
Community Health Center
Community Type:
Rural
Community/Service Population:
5,001 - 10,000 / 5,001 - 10,000
Community Information:
City of Logansport, Indiana
Logansport Fast Facts
Coordinates: 40°45′13″N 86°21′38″W
Close cities:
o 77 miles north of Indianapolis
o 81 miles west of Ft. Wayne
o 136 miles southeast of Chicago
Closest airports:
o Logansport/Cass County Airport: Logansport
o Indianapolis International Airport: 80 miles south
Population: 18,396 residents
Logansport, the county seat of Cass County, is located in northeast of Lafaeyette, at the junction of the Wabash and Eel rivers. Logansport is a small midwestern town, but it boasts great opportunities for commerce, an exemplary school system, and many various options for outdoor activities. In 2009, Logansport was designated a Preserve America community by first lady Laura Bush, a designation is reserved for communities that protect and celebrate their historical heritage.
History
Logansport was named for James Renick-Logan, also known as “Captain Logan,” a scout for the U.S. forces during the War of 1812. Twenty-five years later, in 1837, “port” was added to the city’s name, denoting the Wabash and Erie Canal reaching the city.
Early in the 20th century, the successful automotive company Rutenber changed its name to Western Automotive and moved from Chicago, Illinois to Logansport. Edwin Rutenber started the business after developing the world’s
first four-cylinder engine.
Greg Kinnear, the actor famous for movies such as As Good as It Gets, You’ve Got Mail, and Little Miss Sunshine, was born in Logansport.
Logansport’s Dentzel Carousel can be found in Riverside Park, located in the central part of the city. This famous carousel is listed on the National Register of historic places, and its brass ring serves as a city symbol.
Living in Logansport
Logansport offers dining options for everyone. The many restaurants in the city include diners, pizzerias, bar/grills, and many more. White House Hamburgers is a local favorite. National chains such as Applebee’s and Bob Evans can also be enjoyed in Logansport.
The Logansport Mall, anchored by JCPenney, Sear’s, and Dunham’s, is a full-service shopping center in the heart of the city. Specialty stores selling jewelry, sporting goods, antiques and more are among the other shopping options in Cass County.
Ivy Tech Community College, a higher education institution offering workforce training, professional development, and online courses, hosts a campus in Logansport. Ivy Tech offers flexible class schedules and an assortment of affordable degree options. This college maintains a small atmosphere while bringing vibrant campus life to the city.
Outdoor Activities
Golf options for every golfer can be found in Logansport. Logansport Golf Club is an 18-hole regulation golf course. Logan’s Run Family Golf Club and Iron Horse Golf Club are two other popular options for golfers of Cass County to enjoy.
France Park, located four miles west of Logansport on US 24, offers more than seven miles of scenic trails for hikers, waterfalls, a swimming lake, and quiet fishing areas. Visitors can also take advantage of the spacious camping facilities. Bathrooms, showers, water, and electrical hook-ups make France Park the perfect place for any camper.
River Bluff Trail includes 1.3 miles of elevated, paved surface is a popular route for walkers. Uninterrupted by street crossings, this scenic trail is a great place to enjoy Logansport’s natural surroundings.
Arts & Entertainment
Fiberglass Freaks, a workshop in Logansport, is famous for its one-of-a-kind replicas of one of the most famous “cars” in the world—the Batmobile. The workshop exclusively specializes in transforming a Lincoln Towncar into an exact replica of the Batmobile, featured in the 1966 film Batman. Visitors to Logansport can enjoy tours of the production facility, and the most dedicated fans can purchase a replica of their own.
Civic Players of Logansport, a division of the Cass County Arts Alliance, is a group of local actors that present a variety of musical theatrical works throughout the year. Past performances include A Christmas Carol and Grease. Civic Players brings musical theater to the citizens of Logansport at an affordable price for everyone.
Art on the Avenue is an annual arts festival held along the Tuttle Waterway of the Wabash River. This festival features both local and national artists displaying woodworking, stained glass, fine jewelry, pottery, photography and more. Music performances, food vendors, and a children’s corner make Art on the Avenue a great event for the whole family.
Helpful Links
Cass County Visitor’s Bureau
http://www.visit-casscounty.com/
Anytime Fitness, Logansport
http://anytimefitness.com/en-us/clubs/2356/gym-Logansport-IN-fitness-center
Logansport Community School Corporation
http://www.lcsc.k12.in.us/
Ivy Tech Community College Logansport
http://www.ivytech.edu/kokomo/
Logansport Memorial Hospital
http://www.logansportmemorial.org/
Logansport Hotel Guide
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g37279-Logansport_Indiana-Hotels.html
City of Logansport
http://www.cityoflogansport.org
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