Merrillville, Commercial town in Lake County, Indiana.
Merrillville spans 33 square miles at the intersection of U.S. Route 30 and Interstate 65, containing numerous retail establishments and business centers.
The area began as McGwinn Village in 1834, serving as a ceremonial ground for Potawatomi and Miami tribes before European settlers arrived.
The town transformed from an agricultural community into a suburban center following significant demographic changes and population movements from neighboring industrial cities.
The Merrillville Community School Corporation manages education services while public transportation connects residents to surrounding areas through Barons Bus Lines.
Fifteen Native American trails intersected through the region, connecting to the Sauk Trail that extended from Indiana into Illinois.
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1971
Elevation above the sea: 200 m
Website: http://www.merrillville.in.gov
Website: http://merrillville.in.gov
GPS coordinates: 41.48556,-87.33528
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35
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