Washington County

Washington County

Washington County is a rural community in southern Indiana with a population of 28,036. Several towns and cities comprise Washington County, including Campbellsburg, Hardinsburg, Little York, Livonia, New Pekin, Salem, and Saltillo.

Residents and tourists alike enjoy the recreational and cultural resources of Washington County, home to the historic Beck's Mill, Delaney Park, Knobstone Trail, John Hay Center, Depot Railroad Museum, the Salem Speedway, and the Pekin 4th of July celebration, which proudly claims title to the oldest consecutive 4th of July celebration in the United States.

IU students and faculty worked with Washington County leaders and residents on projects ranging from exploring agritourism models to increasing performing arts opportunities. 

Read the Washington County report

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