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Welcome to Historical Society of Harrison co.org

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(812) 736-2373

Welcome to Historical Society of Harrison co.org

Welcome to Historical Society of Harrison co.orgWelcome to Historical Society of Harrison co.orgWelcome to Historical Society of Harrison co.org

(812) 736-2373

Events and Motto

Swinging Bridge circa 1900

Events

 Working on the BLUE RIVER BOOK! If you have pictures or stories contact Karen at karengleitz@hotmail.com  or (812)736-2373. The dead line is approaching soon!!! 


 LNAC RR Program March 28, 2023 

The Historical Society of Harrison County will host a special railroading program on Tuesday, March 28th, at 7:00 pm at the Harrison County Community Foundation Building located at 1523 Foundation Way, Corydon, Indiana.   

The presentation will be given by Craig Berndt, a railroad historian from Fort Wayne, Indiana, who will present a Railroad History Program on the 7-mile LNA & C which ran from Corydon to New Salisbury.  The presentation will focus on the Louisville New Albany & Corydon Railroad to New Salisbury 1883 to the Present and its short-lived 3- mile route to King's Quarry east of Corydon.  Berndt invites attendees to bring memorabilia and memories to share as part of the event. Also by Zoom, See below.


 Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/8194400554?pwd=RWR4WExFUFo2aW5kWndiSkd4TVMvUT09 Meeting ID: 819 440 0554 Passcode: r2cjusbN

Time Tuesday March 28th, 2023 at 7:00 PM 

For more information of this event contact Historical Society of Harrison President Karen Schwartz at karengleitz@hotmail.com  or (812)736-2373.  


The WHH Log cabin is open by appointment. Call (812) 736-2373. Come by and see what is new. 


  The Historical Society of Harrison County also continues its mission to preserve, protect, promote and interpret the rich history of Harrison County by sponsoring a variety of events through a grant from the Indiana Arts Commission and the Harrison County Community Foundation.


   Piano Performances at the Posey House  

Piano Performances by Jean Ann Parker were at the Posey House, located at 225 North Oak Street in downtown Corydon. The piano concerts were supported by a grant from Indiana Arts Commission and Harrison County Community Foundation. They can be heard on You Tube.

 Historical Society of Harrison County, IN - YouTube 

 This link is also available on the Historical Society of Harrison County website or Facebook (Posey House) or (Historical Society of Harrison County Indiana.)   You can  now watch (36 total) of our events on You Tube.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCspmxcQaknikf53kr__zT6A  including concerts, past programs and tours.


  Other Historic Arts Experiences include an online Jamey Aebersold Jazz Concert, online historic painting classes, historic loom experiences, and other events all on or soon to be on YouTube

Jamey Aebersold Jazz Concert now on you tube

I 've Been Everywhere  by Karen Schwartz, Harrison Co Railroad, Blue River, River Road Film tours from Small Towns Harrison County and Piano at the Posey House Concerts, and past Historical Society of Harrison County programs.



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 The Historical Society of Harrison County is actively engaged in the promotion, preservation, protection and interpretation of Harrison County, Indiana’s rich history.  

****Small Town Harrison County book Now Available****

Get your copy now! 

Call Karen @ (812-736-2373), Email "karengleitz@hotmail.com".               

About Us

How We're Helping

How We're Helping

How We're Helping

We are a community-based organization focused on history of Harrison County and Indiana. With the help of our tireless  unpaid staff, we organize exciting community events, produce quailty books, pamplets, educational material and  host other interesting programs.

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How We're Helping

How We're Helping

Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. We're excited to have you join the team!

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How We're Helping

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Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you. 

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Harrison County Historical Society 5850 Devils Elbow Rd Corydon, IN 47112 US

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