National Register of Historic Places listings in Morgan County, Indiana facts for kids
Welcome to Morgan County, Indiana! This page is all about the special buildings, farms, and places in the county that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are important spots that have been officially recognized for their history and unique architecture. Think of it like a hall of fame for old buildings!
You'll find 27 amazing places on this list that are still protected today. There were once 3 more, but they are no longer on the list. We'll tell you where each place is located, whether it's in a town like Martinsville or a countryside area called a township. You can even see their locations on a map!
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Discovering Morgan County's Historic Treasures
Morgan County is full of interesting places that tell stories from the past. Let's explore some of these historic sites!
Historic Buildings in Martinsville
Martinsville has many buildings that are part of the National Register.
Blackstone House and Martinsville Telephone Company Building
- Location: 127 S. Main St., Martinsville
- Listed: January 2, 1997
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This building combines a historic house and the old telephone company. Imagine how people used to make phone calls here long ago!
Crawford-Gilpin House
- Location: 339 S. Ohio St., Martinsville
- Listed: June 24, 2008
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This beautiful house has been around for many years and is a great example of older homes in the area.
Martinsville High School Gymnasium
- Location: 759 S. Main St., Martinsville
- Listed: July 30, 1981
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This gym isn't just for sports; it's a piece of history! Many students have played and cheered here over the decades.
Martinsville Sanitarium
- Location: 239 W. Harrison St., Martinsville
- Listed: December 6, 2005
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A sanitarium was a type of health resort or hospital, often for people needing rest and fresh air. This building tells us about old health practices.
Martinsville Vandalia Depot
- Location: 210 N. Marion St., Martinsville
- Listed: March 14, 1991
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This old train station was once a busy place where people arrived and departed by train. It's a reminder of how important trains were for travel and trade.
Morgan County Courthouse
- Location: Courthouse Square, Martinsville
- Listed: January 11, 1996
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The courthouse is the center of local government. This building has seen many important decisions made for Morgan County.
Morgan County Sheriff's House and Jail
- Location: 110 W. Washington St., Martinsville
- Listed: May 30, 1996
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This building once housed the sheriff and the county jail. It's a fascinating look into law enforcement from the past.
Neely House
- Location: 739 E. Washington St., Martinsville
- Listed: March 15, 2000
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Another beautiful historic home in Martinsville, showing the architectural styles of its time.
Historic Districts in Morgan County
Historic districts are areas with many important buildings that together tell a story.
East Washington Street Historic District
- Location: E. Washington St. from Sycamore St. to Crawford St., Martinsville
- Listed: April 18, 1997
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This district includes a stretch of East Washington Street with many old buildings, showing how the town grew.
Martinsville Commercial Historic District
- Location: Bounded by Pike, Mulberry, Jackson, and Sycamore Sts., Martinsville
- Listed: April 1, 1998
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This area was the main business hub of Martinsville, with shops and offices that served the community for many years.
Martinsville Northside Historic District
- Location: Bounded by Cunningham, Mulberry, Pike, and Graham Sts., Martinsville
- Listed: January 2, 1997
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This district features many historic homes and buildings north of the town center.
Mooresville Commercial Historic District
- Location: Around Main and Indiana, Mooresville
- Listed: March 26, 2003
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Similar to Martinsville, this district in Mooresville shows the historic heart of its business area.
Morgantown Historic District
- Location: Centered on Washington St., between Marion St. and east of Church St., Morgantown
- Listed: June 21, 2006
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This district highlights the historic buildings in the small town of Morgantown.
Historic Schools in Morgan County
Schools are important community buildings, and some in Morgan County are historic!
Cross School
- Location: Voiles and Townsend Rds., southeast of Martinsville, Washington Township
- Listed: June 16, 1983
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This old schoolhouse once taught many children from the surrounding rural area.
Hall School
- Location: 5955 W. Hurt Rd., southwest of Monrovia, Gregg Township
- Listed: September 29, 2004
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Another example of a historic school that served a local community.
Long Schoolhouse
- Location: Northwest of Jordan Rd. and Hinson Rd., south of Martinsville, Washington Township
- Listed: September 9, 1999
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This schoolhouse is a reminder of how education was provided in smaller, rural settings.
Mooresville Friends Academy Building
- Location: 244 N. Monroe St., Mooresville
- Listed: May 12, 1975
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This building was part of an academy, which was a type of school, often for higher education, run by the Friends (Quaker) community.
Mooresville Gymnasium
- Location: 244 N. Monroe St., Mooresville
- Listed: June 20, 1997
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Connected to the academy, this gym also has a long history of community use.
Wilbur School
- Location: Wilbur Rd. at Wilbur, Gregg Township
- Listed: May 27, 1993
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One more historic school building, showing the importance of local schools in the past.
Other Unique Historic Places
Morgan County also has other interesting historic sites, including farms and bridges.
Blankenship-Hodges-Brown House
- Location: 7455 W. Old State Road 67, southwest of Paragon, Ray Township
- Listed: September 15, 2005
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This house is a great example of a historic home in a rural setting.
Bradford Estate
- Location: 5040 N. State Road 67, north of Martinsville, Clay Township
- Listed: April 3, 1989
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This estate includes a historic house and surrounding land, showing how large properties were managed long ago.
Cedar Point Farm
- Location: 8185 E. State Road 252, west of Morgantown, Jackson Township
- Listed: March 26, 2003
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A historic farm that shows the agricultural heritage of Morgan County.
Elm Spring Farm
- Location: 1 mile north of Bain Rd. on Goose Creek Rd., northwest of Martinsville, Jefferson Township
- Listed: September 16, 2001
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Another important historic farm, preserving the rural landscape and buildings.
Franklin Landers-Black and Adams Farm
- Location: 2430 S. Old State Road 67, Brooklyn and Clay Township
- Listed: September 22, 2000
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This farm is a great example of historic farming properties in the area.
Grassyfork Fisheries Farm No. 1
- Location: 2902 E. Morgan St., northeast of Martinsville, Washington Township
- Listed: July 10, 2012
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This unique farm was once a major fish hatchery, showing a different side of agriculture in the county.
Lake Ditch Bridge
- Location: Junction of Lake Ditch and Lake Ditch Rd., west of Monrovia, Monroe Township
- Listed: September 16, 2001
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This bridge is an important part of the local infrastructure and history of transportation.
Lamb's Creek Bridge
- Location: Junction of Lamb's Creek and W. Old State Road 67, west of Martinsville, Jefferson Township
- Listed: December 28, 2000
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Another historic bridge that has stood for many years, helping people cross Lamb's Creek.
Past Listings
Sometimes, places are removed from the National Register, often because they were changed too much or no longer exist. Here are a few places that were once listed in Morgan County:
- Burton Lane Bridge
- Hastings Schoolhouse
- Hite-Finney House
These places were once considered historic but are no longer on the official list.
