Franklin County, Administrative county in eastern Indiana, US
Franklin County encompasses 391 square miles of territory, including 384 square miles of land and 6 square miles of water bodies.
The county, established in 1811 and named after Benjamin Franklin, became home to the Little Cedar Grove Baptist Church built by early Virginia settlers.
Three consecutive Indiana governors, known as the Brookville Triumvirate, originated from Franklin County's administrative center of Brookville.
The Franklin County Government Center at 1010 Franklin Avenue houses multiple departments including Assessment, Economic Development, and Health Services.
Brookville Lake, created by damming the East Branch of the Whitewater River, extends through the northern section of the county.
Location: Indiana
Inception: 1811
Capital city: Brookville
Website: http://www.franklincountyin.com
Part of: Cincinnati metropolitan area
Shares border with: Fayette County, Union County, Butler County, Hamilton County, Dearborn County, Ripley County, Decatur County, Rush County
Website: http://franklincountyin.com
GPS coordinates: 39.42000,-85.06000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:45
Whitewater Canal
5.8 km
Whitewater Memorial State Park
23.1 km
Elmhurst
24.7 km
Duck Creek Aqueduct
6.7 km
Little Cedar Grove Baptist Church
7.7 km
The Hermitage
4.8 km
Canal House
25.4 km
St. John the Baptist Harrison
27.5 km
Howe Tavern
26.7 km
Othniel Looker House
27.8 km
Franklin County Seminary
4.4 km
Hugh Campbell House
28.5 km
Brookville Historic District
4.3 km
Stockheughter Covered Bridge
21.3 km
Metamora Historic District
7 km
Oldenburg Historic District
15.1 km
James P. Hidley Cottage
25.9 km
Union County Courthouse
26.4 km
Fayette County Courthouse
25.5 km
Cedar Grove Bridge
12.5 km
Liberty Courthouse Square Historic District
26.5 km
Dearborn County Asylum for the Poor
30.1 km
Central Batesville Historic District
19.5 km
Snow Hill Covered Bridge
20.8 km
Jehu John House
29 km
Salmon Turrell Farmstead
20 km
Guilford Covered Bridge
30.8 km
Bischoff Reservoir
19.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes