Crawfordsville

Crawfordsville is a city in Montgomery County, Indiana, situated along Sugar Creek in a rolling region about 80 kilometers northwest of Indianapolis. The city contains multiple historic buildings and museums that display its past.

The city was founded in 1823 and officially incorporated in 1834 as the region developed and became more important. The name honors William Crawford, a Treasury Secretary from that era.

The Lew Wallace Study and Museum honors a writer whose famous novel was created here, and his actual study room is still visible to visitors. You can see personal items and manuscripts that show how he worked and lived in this place.

The city has a public library and several museums that are easy to reach without long trips. It helps to check beforehand which buildings can be visited, since opening times vary.

Wabash College, a notable college in the city, teaches only male students and belongs to a rare group of such institutions in the country. This has been part of the city's identity since the college opened in the 1830s.

Location: Montgomery County

Elevation above the sea: 240 m

Website: https://crawfordsville.net

GPS coordinates: 40.03889,-86.89667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:21