Museums & Historical Locations

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of Boone County. Home to a variety of local museums and historic landmarks, the county offers a glimpse into its past, from early settlements to its role in shaping the region. The Boone County Courthouse on the historic Lebanon Square is a delight for historical architecture enthusiasts with its beautiful stained glass art dome and eight monolithic limestone columns, reportedly the world’s tallest columns made of a single piece of stone! Lebanon also proudly showcases its history in Indiana Basketball with the Alley-Oop alley, celebrating the meteoric rise of Rick “The Rocket” Mount who played at the nearby Memorial Hall Gym that was featured in the movie “Hoosiers”.

The SullivanMunce Cultural Center, Maplelawn Farmstead, and the Thorntown Heritage Museum offer a look at Boone County over the years as it’s grown and changed. For a truly unique experience in history, visit the Fanimation Antique Fan Museum that features a look at the history of design and engineering of fans. Zionsville’s historic brick Main Street offers a slice of classic small town life where you can shop and dine as you explore it’s well preserved brick buildings.

Whether you’re interested in local heritage, historical architecture, or the stories of those who helped shape the community, Boone County has something for history buffs of all ages.