Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site Field of Interest Fund

Gene Stratton-Porter’s Cabin at Wildflower Woods, right on the shore of Sylvan Lake, is rich in history and brimming with beautiful nature. Affiliated with Indiana State Museums And Historic Sites, The Cabin is memorialized to preserve its historical significance and protect its bountiful nature.

Gene Stratton-Porter, Indiana’s most widely-read female author, accumulated around 50 million readers. She produced 12 novels, eight movie adaptations of her novels, seven nature studies, three poetry books, children’s books, and many magazine articles. Her works were heavily inspired by the gorgeous nature of Indiana and, specifically, the 148 acres of woods, trails, and gardens surrounding her cabin.

The site hosts nature walks, day camps, tours, and school group programs today. The goal of these programs is to encourage a love of nature and inspire through educating on the life of Gene Stratton-Porter.

The Gene Stratton-Porter State Historical Site Field of Interest Fund is designed to support the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site in Rome City, Indiana.