Rush County, Administrative division in Indiana, United States.
Rush County encompasses 408 square miles of agricultural land, rolling hills, and streams, situated southeast of Indianapolis in central Indiana.
The county was established in 1821 and named after Dr. Benjamin Rush, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence from Philadelphia.
The Rush County Community Foundation manages more than 150 permanent funds created by local donors to support regional development and education.
The Big Blue River drains the northern section while the Little Blue River flows through the central part, providing water resources for agriculture.
In 1879, Rush County achieved recognition as Indiana's largest producer of maple syrup, utilizing its abundant sugar maple tree resources.
Location: Indiana
Inception: December 31, 1821
Capital city: Rushville
Shares border with: Henry County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Decatur County, Shelby County, Hancock County
Website: http://rushcounty.in.gov
GPS coordinates: 39.62000,-85.47000
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:58
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