DECATUR COUNTY HISTORICAL

GREENSBURG, IN

Immaculate Conception Convent, Main Street and Washington Street, Oldenburg, IN Built between 1889 and 1901, this large Romanesque Revival-style complex was designed by Oscar Bohlen, the son of Diedrich A. Bohlen, to serve as the Immaculate Conception Convent, housing the Sisters of St. Francis.  The building features a red brick exterior, hipped roof with gables featuring gable parapets, arched windows with limestone headers, a tower above the front entrance with a pyramidal hipped roof, arched four-over-four double-hung windows, and ionic pilasters, a front porch with ionic columns, an entrance door with an arched decorative glass transom and decorative glass sidelights, a rough-hewn stone base, gabled dormers, and replacement one-over-one windows.  The convent has had several rear additions, all of which feature red brick exteriors, but vary in style and character.  The building is a contributing structure in the Oldenburg Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
Immaculate Conception Convent, Main Street and Washington Street, Oldenburg, IN Credit: w_lemay

Decatur County Historical Museum is a popular tourist attraction located in Greensburg, Indiana. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Decatur County and the surrounding areas. It is housed in a historic building that was once a Carnegie Library.

The museum contains a wide collection of artifacts, memorabilia, and exhibits that span more than 200 years of history. Visitors can take a journey through time and explore the history of the region, including the Native American tribes that once lived there, the early pioneers and settlers, and the impact of the Civil War on the area.

The museum features several permanent exhibits, including a military exhibit, a pioneer exhibit, and a display of local industry and commerce. There are also rotating exhibits that change throughout the year, giving visitors a chance to see something new and exciting each time they visit.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum hosts special events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and festivals. The museum also offers educational programs for schools and other groups.

Overall, Decatur County Historical Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history and heritage of Indiana. It offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into the past and is a great way to learn more about the people and events that helped shape the region.

DECATUR COUNTY HISTORICAL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GREENSBURG IN. US MID #8401800113

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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DECATUR COUNTY HISTORICAL
222 N FRANKLIN ST
GREENSBURG
IN
47240

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DECATUR COUNTY HISTORICAL Information

MID # 8401800113
Name DECATUR COUNTY HISTORICAL
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Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.33755, -85.482742
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 969400
US Census Block: 2009