Overview
The Van Buren Elm was a historic tree in Plainfield, marking the site of a muddy incident involving President Martin Van Buren. While the original tree is gone, a marker and replacement tree commemorate the event.
Top Highlights
- Historical marker.
- Site of presidential folklore.
- Replacement elm tree.
- Local legend.
Things to Do
- Read the historical marker.
- Learn the story of the mudhole incident.
- Take a photo of the site.
- Visit nearby historic sites.
Entry & Visitor Information
- Address: Plainfield, IN
- Hours: Open access
- Admission: Free