Blairsville, Indiana facts for kids
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Blairsville, Indiana
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 Blairsville, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Blairsville, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Posey |
| Township | Robinson |
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47638
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| Area codes | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830500 |
Blairsville is a small community in Posey County, Indiana, in the United States. It is an unincorporated area, meaning it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of Robinson Township.
As of As of 2023[update], the U.S. Census Bureau has named Blairsville a census-designated place. This means it is a special area that the Census Bureau tracks for population and other information.
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History of Blairsville
How Blairsville Started
Blairsville was founded in 1837 by a man named Stephen Blair. The community was named after him. A post office opened in Blairsville in 1838. It helped people send and receive mail until 1902.
Why Blairsville Changed
In 1880, a railroad was built nearby. This railroad went through Wadesville, another community. Because of the railroad, many businesses moved to Wadesville. This caused Blairsville to become less busy and important.
Blairsville's Early Days
Blairsville was an important stop on the stagecoach road between Evansville and New Harmony. Stagecoaches were like early buses that carried people and mail. Being a "halfway place" made it a good spot for travelers to rest. It was also a useful trading spot for people living nearby.
In the past, political meetings were often held in Blairsville. For example, in 1842, two important politicians, Robert Dale Owen and John W. Payne, had a public debate there.
Who Lived in Early Blairsville?
Some of the first people to live in Blairsville included Stephen Blair, who founded the town. Ebenezer Phillips helped plan the town's layout. Other early residents were Charles Kimball, Dr. Mitchell, Henry Theuerkauf, and Henry Weber. Henry Newman was one of the first blacksmiths. Charles Kimball ran a mill that used horses to grind grain.
Interesting Facts About the Area
The land around Blairsville is special for geologists. Geologists study rocks and the Earth. This area is known for having well-preserved fossils of ancient palm trees and Lepidodendron. These are very old plants that are now stone.
Some successful business people in early Blairsville were John B. Gardner and John Becker. For many years, many German families lived in Blairsville. In 1842, many people in Blairsville asked for licenses to run places that offered lodging and refreshments. This shows how busy the town was back then.
Blairsville Cemetery
Blairsville has a historic cemetery. Many people buried there fought in the American Civil War. This war happened in the United States from 1861 to 1865.
Education in Blairsville
Local School District
Blairsville is part of the Metropolitan School District of North Posey County. This school district serves students in the area.
Elementary School
South Terrace Elementary School is located in Blairsville. Plans to build this school started in the fall of 1957. It was designed to have 10 classrooms for students.
High School
Students from Blairsville attend North Posey High School. This is the main high school for the district.
