Henry Wells' mansion, Glen Park, was later donated to the college for its use.
Glen Park is a middle-class suburban community of brick houses.
Glen Park predates the founding of Gary by two decades.
The community was originally named "Kelly," but had come to be called "Glen Park" by 1900.
The first school in Glen Park was built in 1909, and the first church in 1911.
Glen Park, built in 1852, was originally the home of Henry Wells and later donated to the college.
The following description of Glen Park is taken from a prospectus written in 1875.
There he built a grand residence, called Glen Park.
Today, the falls forms part of the eastern border of Glen Park.
Much needed community facilities were provided in the form of a day-care centre which overlooks the Glen Park.