Newport in Vermillion County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Vermillion County Courthouse
Photographed By Al Wolf, November 18, 2007
1. Vermillion County Marker
Vermillion County was created by an act of the State Legislature January 2, 1824. On this site the first Courthouse was erected in 1825 at the cost of $345.00. The present structure was built in 1924.This plaque placed in 1974 in Honor of Vermillion County's one hundred and fiftieth Anniversary.
Erected 1974 by Vermillion County Sesquicentennial Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Landmarks • Notable Buildings • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical date for this entry is January 2, 1883.
Location. 39° 53.09′ N, 87° 24.537′ W. Marker is in Newport, Indiana, in Vermillion County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of South Main Street and Market Street (State Road 450). Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Newport IN 47966, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Newport Hill Climb (a few steps from this marker); Vermillion County Indiana - - War Memorial (within shouting distance
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More about this marker. Marker is located on the East Entrance of the Courthouse.
Regarding Vermillion County Courthouse. The Courthouse is grand and historical. Each year, on the first weekend of October, the Courthouse is the center of a world class auto event known as the "Newport Hillclimb".
All type and years of quality automotive machines are on display showcasing the "Newport Hillclimb". It is a class run against the clock. Vehicles of all type race in their designated classes.
The time of each run is multiplied by the cubic-inch displacement of the engine to determine the final score. So, the fastest time doesn’t always guarantee a top trophy.
Also see . . .
Photographed By Al Wolf, November 18, 2007
2. Vermillion County Courthouse
1. Newport Hill Climb Web Site - Has Old Race Photos. (Submitted on November 19, 2007, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana.)
2. Antique Motorcycle Hill Climb. A "YouTube" video, of the same hill in Newport, Indiana, shoing an Antique Motorcycle race. All race the clock. (Submitted on February 12, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana.)
Additional keywords. Newport Hillclimb
Photographed By Al Wolf, November 18, 2007
3. The "Hill"
From outside the east entrance of the Courthouse looking south up the hill. In the 1920's the hill was reduced to its current height and grade (1,800 feet long, 140 feet high).
Even reduced, even in good weather, cars often had to be driven backward in order to crest the hill. Reverse gear was the only gear low enough on the cars of that day to power them up the hill.
Races, hosted by The Newport Lions Club, have been held on this hill for many years.
Even reduced, even in good weather, cars often had to be driven backward in order to crest the hill. Reverse gear was the only gear low enough on the cars of that day to power them up the hill.
Races, hosted by The Newport Lions Club, have been held on this hill for many years.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 13, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 19, 2007, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 1,777 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 19, 2007, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
