Wabash, Indiana
A town of inventors
meets the next platform.
In 1880, Wabash became the first city in the world to be lit entirely by electricity. The same spirit of early adoption lives here. This is a free community resource to help Wabash small businesses and nonprofits become AI-literate — not left behind.
wabash.ai is a community project — not a business pitch. It exists to help local small businesses, nonprofits, and residents understand what AI can actually do for them, and to connect them with free learning and local support.
"The city of Wabash, Indiana, is to be congratulated upon being the first city in the world to be lighted by electricity."
— Contemporary press accounts of March 31, 1880, when Brush arc lamps were switched on atop the Wabash County Courthouse, illuminating the entire city.
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Why AI / Why Now
The heritage argument: from Honeywell's heating controls to the 1880 electric lights — Wabash has always adopted new platforms early. Why AI is next, and why small towns can lead.
Learn
Plain-language AI resources for small businesses and nonprofits. Curated articles, explainers, and links to reputable free learning — no jargon, no hype.
Classes
Free and low-cost community AI training hosted locally in Wabash. Sign up for interest updates and see what's coming.
Get Involved
Local businesses and nonprofits: express your interest, share how you're using AI, or join the community conversation.