Mt. Lawn Archives - History in Your Own Backyard

The Mt. Lawn Speedway Bridge, Mt Lawn, Indiana

As you pull into the Mt. Lawn Speedway just 6 miles west of downtown New Castle, Indiana you’ll cross Duck Creek by way of a steel Pony Truss Bridge. I did quite a bit of research on this span conta…[View More]

The Abandoned Mt Lawn, Interurban Phantom Bridge, Mt Lawn, Indiana

In 1908 Indianapolis was a hub for interurbans with 7 lines already entering the city. However a new line was being discussed to connect Indianapolis with New Castle, Indiana and eventually Toledo, Oh…[View More]

Ghost Town of Mt. Lawn, Indiana & the Mt. Lawn Speedway

Established in 1935 the Mt. Lawn Speedway has been the major attraction in Henry County, Indiana for over 80 years. Many Indianapolis 500 race drivers made their way up through the ranks by using this…[View More]

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