Tippecanoe Basics: A look into the history and the charm of Tippecanoe County
Web Projects Content Draft
Project Description
This book focuses on noteworthy aspects of Tippecanoe County’s identity, ranging from the area’s history in terms of transportation to the vital role played by Purdue University. The book includes photography by its contributors and photographer Cole Garrett.
Target Audience
The scope of this book’s targeted audience is broad, ideally engaging Tippecanoe County residents, supporters of the Tippecanoe County Historical Association, visitors, potential Purdue students and their families.
Project Purpose
Developing a book with historical and accessible information about Tippecanoe County is important because there are precious few resources available to document the area’s rich history. This project centers on several key issues, including researching and writing about the county, as well as building an online marketplace where visitors and publishers can purchase the book. An online purchasing center will help generate more revenue for the Tippecanoe County Historical Association.
Project Team
Editor-in-Chief and Lead Writer | Elizabeth Below |
Lead Designer | Lauren Harrington |
Contributors | Ashley Watson Matt Di Leo Megan Cornell Sara Carver Angela Zancanaro |
Chapters and Sections
- Preface and Acknowledgments
- Transportation
- River
- Canal
- Railroads
- Evolving Roads
- Airport
- Industry
- Caterpillar
- Alcoa
- A.E. Staley
- Wabash National
- SIA
- Purdue
- Founding
- Sports
- Organizations
- Traditions
- Landmarks
- Academics
- Alumni
- Developing Society
- Politics
- Immigration
- Religion
- TCHA
- Sports
- Football
- Auto Racing
- Boxing
- Baseball
- Battleground
- Battle of Tippecanoe
- Current Day Battleground
- Tippecanoe Culture
- Landmarks
- Organizations
- Festivals
- All-Stars
- About Us