Explore Historic Architecture in Hendricks County
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According to the National Register of Historic Places, Hendricks County is home to 22 historic homes, districts and unique places.
I reached out to our Hendricks County historical librarians to gather some of the history that makes some of these locations so special.
Whether you’re a fan of Greek Revival, Italianate or Queen Anne architecture, Hendricks County has something for you. The next time you visit, be sure to stop by and check out these unique features in each town across the county.
Danville's Two Historic Districts
The Danville Main Street Historic District is bound between East, Main, Cross and Marion streets. It includes everything from Greek Revival to Queen Anne architecture, with homes dating back to the early 1800s.
Don’t miss the Hendricks County Courthouse Square Historic District: the Courthouse, the Hendricks County Historical Museum, the Royal Theater and the Blanton House are all within just a few blocks of each other.
Plainfield's Historic District
The Plainfield Historic District is bound by Lincoln, Ash and Mill streets and features Mid-19th-Century Revival and Late Victorian architecture dating back to the early 1800s.
In addition to the Old National Road or U.S. 40 and its variety of shops, restaurants and churches with fascinating history, visit the Barlow/McClain home at 220 Krewson St., built in 1873 and the Ezra Cox home at 134 N. Center St. with its Greek Revival pillars and a 135-year history.
Avon's History
You can’t talk about history and architecture in the Town of Avon without mentioning the bridges. Avon Haunted Bridge and Whipple Bridge come with their own unique histories, and both are located near Washington Township Park.
If historical homes are more your cup of tea, a couple in Avon worth checking out include the Alvah Gossett Home at 1307 S. County Road 625 East, Avon or the John McClain home at 1443 S. County Road 525 East.
Western Hendricks County
Two interurban depots remain in Hendricks County. One in Plainfield and the other at 4985 Railroad St. in Amo. The Amo location features Romanesque and Queen Anne architecture dating back to the early 1900s and now serves as a local museum.
Also, don’t miss the Pittsboro 1883 one-room schoolhouse to see the late 1800s architecture at 206 N. Meridian St., Pittsboro. There are no open visiting hours at this time, but groups can schedule a tour of the building through the North West Hendricks Community School Corporation.
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