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Covered Bridges of Dearborn County, Indiana

Over the years Dearborn County, Indiana has been to home to at least 15 covered bridges. The last remaining covered bridge in the county is the Guilford Covered Bridge bui…[View More]

Triple Whipple Bridge

The Triple Whipple Bridge was built in 1878 after the previous covered bridge had collapsed into Laughery Creek.

South Sparta Presbyterian Church

Built in 1889 the South Sparta Presbyterian Church has been recently renovated and is still used on a monthly basis.

Dearborn County, Indiana Courthouse

The first courthouse built in Dearborn County was in 1810. A second courthouse was built in 1828. A third courthouse was built in Wilmington in 1833 and finally the curren…[View More]

Whitewater Canal

The Whitwater Canal began as an idea in 1823 and parts of the canal can still be found to this day.

First Principal Meridian Marker

The First Principal Meridian Marker has a fascinating history that very few people know about. This is one of 3 State line markers along the Ohio/Indiana border. Three week…[View More]

Saint Leon Pole Raising 2016

This pole raising event began in the town of St. Leon, Indiana in 1892 and is celebrated every 4 years just before the Presidential election.

Businesses & Homes of West Harrison, Indiana

West Harrison, Indiana has been home to many businesses over the years including distilleries, feed mills, furniture factories and more!

Jesse Hunt House Hotel

The Jesse Hunt House was the first 3 story brick building in the state of Indiana built around 1818.

Widolffs General Store

Widolff’s General Store has been serving the community in northern Dearborn County since 1904.

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