Randolph Township in Rising Sun in Ohio County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Ohio County Courthouse

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 29, 2023

1. The Ohio County Courthouse Marker

Inscription. The Ohio County Courthouse was built in 1845 entirely on donations including the land which was donated by Col. Abel C. Pepper and his wife. It is the oldest courthouse in continuous operation in the State of Indiana.

Erected by Rising Sun Municipal Utilities (sponsor).

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Law Enforcement. A significant historical year for this entry is 1845.

Location. 38° 56.829′ N, 84° 51.085′ W. Marker is in Rising Sun, Indiana, in Ohio County. It is in Randolph Township. Marker can be reached from South Front Street south of Main Street, on the left when traveling south. Marker is on the sidewalk along the riverfront. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 110 S Front St, Rising Sun IN 47040, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Downey Works (here, next to this marker); Judge Alexander C. Downey (a few steps from this marker); J.W. Talbott (a few steps from this marker); Ohio County (a few steps from this marker); Horse Ferry (a few steps from this marker); William Clore (within shouting distance of this marker); 114 S. Front Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Main Street Fires (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rising Sun.

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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 29, 2023

2. The Ohio County Courthouse

Its architect and total cost are unknown.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 40 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on May 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 2. submitted on May 8, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

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