Dearborn County, Indiana






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Aurora City Hall
Aurora Methodist Episcopal Church
Aurora Public Library
Carnegie Hall of Moores Hill College
Dearborn County Asylum for the Poor
Dearborn County Courthouse
Downtown Aurora Historic District
Downtown Lawrenceburg Historic District
ELIZABETH LEA-JOSEPH THROCKMORTON (Towboat)
First Evangelical United Church of Christ
First Presbyterian Church
George Street Bridge
Greendale Historic District
Hamline Chapel, United Methodist Church
Hillforest (Forest Hill)
Hurlbert, Lewis, Sr., House
Laughery Creek Bridge
Leive, Parks and Stapp Opera House
Major, Daniel S., House
Moore's Hill United Methodist Church
River View Cemetery
St. John's Lutheran Church and School
Stevens, Levi, House
Sutton, Dr. George, Medical Office Building
Vance-Tousey House
Veraestau
1801 Miller Burying Ground
A Voice of the Community
Abraham Lincoln
Aurora
Canal Junction
Captain Samuel C. Vance
Dearborn County
Dearborn County American Revolution War Memorial
Dearborn County Korean War Memorial
Dearborn County World War I War Memorial
Dearborn County World War II War Memorial
Dillsboro
Dover
Drovers Inn
East Fork Stone Chapel
General John Morgan
General John Morgan
General John Morgan
Guilford Covered Bridge
Hillforest
History of the Aurora Ferry Co., Inc.
Hunt House Hotel
James Buchanan Eads
Lawrenceburg
Lawrenceburgh
Lawrenceburg's First Hospital
Medal of Honor Citations
Morgan's Great Raid
Morgan's Raiders Enter Ohio
Raiders Steal the Priests Horses
Regular Baptist Church
St. John The Baptist Church
Steamboat Clinton
The Price of Freedom
The Spirits of Lawrenceburg
Vietnam War Memorial
Vietnam War Memorial
When the Civil War Came to Indiana
Whitewater Canal
By the early 19th century, Dearborn County had become an important center of commerce and transportation due to its location along the Ohio River. Steamboats regularly traveled along the river, transporting goods and people to and from the county. The town of Lawrenceburg, which served as the county seat, became a hub of economic activity with industries such as mills, distilleries, and shipbuilding flourishing.
During the American Civil War, Dearborn County played a significant role, as it was situated on the border between the Union and Confederate territories. The county saw its fair share of battles and skirmishes, with both sides vying for control of the strategically important Ohio River. Lawrenceburg was occupied by Union troops early in the war, providing support and resources for the Union cause.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Dearborn County experienced industrial growth, particularly in the automobile industry. The county was home to several automobile manufacturing companies, including the famous Stutz Motor Company. This led to an economic boom, with new jobs and businesses flourishing in the area.
Today, Dearborn County continues to thrive as a vibrant community with a rich history. It is known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities, including the rolling hills of the Dearborn Highlands and the Ohio River. The county also maintains a strong agricultural tradition, with farms and farmers markets contributing to the local economy. Historic landmarks and museums provide a glimpse into the county's past, ensuring that its history is preserved and celebrated for future generations.
Brief timeline of the history of Dearborn County, Indiana:
- 1680: French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, claims the territory for France.
- 1763: Treaty of Paris ends French and Indian War, transferring control of the area to Great Britain.
- 1774: Richard Venable becomes the first recorded permanent settler in what is now Dearborn County.
- 1795: Northwest Territory, including present-day Dearborn County, is established by the United States.
- 1803: Dearborn County is officially created and named after Revolutionary War hero Henry Dearborn.
- 1811: Lawrenceburg is established as the county seat of Dearborn County.
- 1812-1815: Dearborn County plays a role in the War of 1812, with skirmishes occurring in the area.
- 1838: The county's first railroad, the Madison and Indianapolis Railroad, begins operation.
- 1843: Rising Sun is incorporated as a town in Dearborn County.
- 1851: Aurora is incorporated as a town in Dearborn County.
- 1862-1865: Many residents of Dearborn County serve in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
- 1895: Greendale is incorporated as a town in Dearborn County.
- 1965: The Hollywood Casino opens in Lawrenceburg, becoming the first casino in the state of Indiana.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Dearborn County, Indiana.