IN-49.2003.1 Widows and Orphans Friends' Society

Marker text: WIDOWS AND ORPHANS FRIENDS' SOCIETY

Society created by Indianapolis Benevolent Society 1849 to provide relief for indigent widows and orphans; incorporated 1851 by Indiana General Assembly. Opened its first orphanage on this site 1855. White House Conference in 1909 focused attention on, and led to federal legislation and grants for, dependent children.

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Location: East side of Capitol Avenue, 1/2 block South of the 14th Street intersection, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana

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