Connersville, County seat in east central Indiana, United States.
The city spreads across 7.7 square miles of land near the Whitewater River, featuring residential neighborhoods and commercial districts at 251 meters elevation.
John Conner established the settlement in 1813 alongside a fur trading post, marking one of the earliest cities in Indiana's development.
The annual Fayette County Free Fair at Roberts Park and Heritage MusicFest bring together residents for celebrations of local music and traditions.
Three major interstate highways connect the city to Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Dayton, while an Amtrak station provides rail service three times weekly.
During World War II, the city manufactured over 500,000 jeep bodies, earning the nickname Little Detroit for its automotive industry contribution.
Location: Fayette County
Inception: 1813
Elevation above the sea: 251 m
Website: http://www.connersvillein.gov
Website: http://connersvillein.gov
GPS coordinates: 39.65389,-85.13778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:49
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