Boone County

Boone County is an administrative county in Indiana situated between Indianapolis and Lafayette. The area features rolling farmland, residential communities spread across twelve townships, and Lebanon as its county seat.

The county was established on April 1, 1830, and named after pioneer Daniel Boone, who explored territories west of the Appalachian Mountains. This naming honored the legacy of early American frontier exploration.

Residents gather regularly at county fairs and community celebrations where local traditions and agricultural heritage are shared among neighbors. These events shape how people in different townships stay connected to one another.

Lebanon, the county seat, sits at the intersection of Interstate 65 and State Road 32, making it easy to reach other regions. A car is essential for exploring the rural landscape and getting around the various townships.

Despite its proximity to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Area, the county maintains extensive cornfields and soybean crops across its terrain. This blend of rural character alongside urban proximity shapes how the region functions economically.

Location: Indiana

Inception: April 1, 1830

Capital city: Lebanon

Shares border with: Clinton County, Hamilton County, Marion County, Hendricks County, Montgomery County

Website: http://boonecounty.in.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.05000,-86.47000

Latest update: December 22, 2025 15:38