Local Historic Organizations/Commissions

This list is organized by community and and any organizations not found in a city or town are shown in the "County" section.

Aurora

HILLFOREST HISTORICAL FOUNDATION

Founded in 1956 to preserve and restore Hillforest, the Hillforest Historical Foundation sponsors a myriad of annual events and offers great volunteer and membership opportunities. Hillforest , a National Historic Landmark, is open to the public Tuesday-Sunday 1-5pm. To receive membership or other information, write or call Hillforest, PO Box 127, Aurora, IN 47001 (812) 926-0087.

SOCIETY FOR THE PRESERVATION OF AURORA (SPA)

Dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Aurora's historic neighborhoods, structures and sites. SPA was founded in 1994 by like-minded individuals who believe in maintaining the integrity of Aurora's rich heritage. For membership and activity information, write to: Society for the Preservation of Aurora, PO Box 455, Aurora, IN 47001.

Dillsboro

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Greendale

none identified

Lawrenceburg

HISTORIC LAWRENCEBURGH FOUNDATION

Please support Historic Lawrenceburgh Foundation's efforts to revitalize the buildings and economy of Dearborn County's historic county seat before Lawrenceburg's bicentennial in the year 2002. For membership and other information, write to: Historic Lawrenceburgh Foundation, PO Box 242 Lawrenceburg, IN 47025. (812) 537-4778.

Moores Hill

CARNEGIE HISTORIC LANDMARKS PRESERVATION SOCIETY

Formed in 1987, the Carnegie Historic Landmarks Preservation Society was established to preserve Moores Hill's Carnegie Hall. The building has been restored to community use and now houses a community museum, library, craft shop, tea room, and the Southeastern Indiana College of Continuing Education Coalition. To receive membership and other information, write or call Carnegie, PO Box 118, Moores Hill, IN 47032. (812) 744-4015.

St. Leon

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West Harrison

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New Alsace

HISTORIC NEW ALSACE

Businesses and individuals interested in the preservation and promotion of New Alsace, Indiana - established 1833, located in northern Dearborn County, and on the route of John Hunt Morgans raid . For more information, contact Maxine Klump at (812) 637-2727 - 10128 N. Dearborn Rd , Sunman, IN 47041.

COUNTY

The Dearborn County Historical Society was founded in 1984 to promote the understanding and appreciation of the history of Dearborn County, Indiana - one of the earliest settlements in the state. For more information, write to DCHS, Courthouse, High Street, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025 or call the Society office at (812) 537-4075.