NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade
Nappanee, Indiana unveils giant replica of historic Hoosier cabinet
A large, climbable replica of a Hoosier cabinet has been installed outdoors in Nappanee, Indiana. The installation serves as a tribute to the early 20th-century kitchen furniture that was once a standard feature in American homes.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The installation marks a local effort to preserve the cultural history of the , a piece of furniture that defined kitchen organization in the early 1900s.
Key Facts
- A giant, climbable replica of a Hoosier cabinet has been unveiled in Nappanee, Indiana.
- Hoosier cabinets were a common feature in American kitchens during the early 20th century.
- The replica is intended to celebrate the historical significance of the cabinet as an all-in-one kitchen unit.
Who's Mentioned
locationNappanee“Town in Indiana where the replica is located.”other30“Height of the cabinet replica in feet.”other241“Distance in kilometers from Indianapolis.”personMary Figueroa“Curator of History at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.”organizationCoppes Napanee“Manufacturer of Hoosier cabinets and owner of the replica site.”other5,000“Number of historical dealers of Hoosier cabinets.”locationIndiana“The state where the cabinet replica is located.”organizationAP“The news agency reporting the event.”personWesley Mast“Owner and president of Coppes Napanee.”