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Oak Forest is an unincorporated community in Butler Township, Franklin County, Indiana.

History

A post office was established at Oak Forest in 1848, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1907.

In 1915, Oak Forest had a general store, two blacksmith shops, and a saloon.

The Oak Forest General Store operated until approximately the year 2000. It has a new owner and is reopening in late 2015 or 2016.

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