Buena Vista, Harrison County, Indiana facts for kids

Buena Vista is a small community in Taylor Township, Harrison County, Indiana, in the United States. It's a place that doesn't have its own local government, but it's still a recognized area.

History of Buena Vista

Buena Vista was started in the year 1850. The community got its name from a famous battle called the Battle of Buena Vista. This battle happened in 1847 during the Mexican–American War.

How Buena Vista Got Its Name

Before it was called Buena Vista, the area had another name: Convenience. There was even a post office named Convenience that opened in 1878. However, this post office closed down in 1904.

The Amazing Meteorite Event

Something really exciting happened near Buena Vista on March 28, 1859. A space rock, known as a meteor, exploded high above the area! This explosion scattered pieces of the space rock, called meteorites, over a large area of about 4 square miles.

Only four of these special space rocks were found. They were a type called chondrite meteorites. Two of these rare pieces are now kept in a museum in London, England. A scientist named Dr. Crosier carefully studied these meteorites. He wrote down important details like who found them, where they landed, what they were made of, their size, and even their smell!