​EXPERIENCE HISTORY IN SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA

508 West High Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
​812.537.4075
dearborncohis@gmail.com

HOURS for 2023 
The Dearborn County Historical District will be open weekdays, March 1 through October 31
MWF 1:00-4:00.
November 1-February 28, 2023,
​ please call to schedule a visit. 
Visits outside of these hours by calling 812 537 4075
Established in 1984, the Dearborn County Historical Society is the sole repository of historical materials pertaining to all people in all times of Dearborn County’s past. While the Society’s mission is to preserve its collection of artifacts, photographs, documents and research materials for the education of future generations, today’s visitors can enjoy Dearborn County history through the Society’s exhibits, genealogical research assistance, publications and programs.

 Services available:

Research:

We do genealogical research
at a rate of $10/hour, plus 10 cents
for photocopies and 25 cents
for microfilm copies.
Picture
Front door of the Vance-Tousey house. Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Photo by DCHS 2017.

Where to find us:

The Society is located in the historic 1818 Vance-Tousey House, home of Samuel C. Vance, Lawrenceburg’s founder. The house, set apart by its soaring spiral staircase and grand riverfront façade, is considered one of the finest examples of Federal architecture in the State of Indiana. Additionally, the Society is steward to the 1820 Angevine Log Cabin, located in the Society’s Pioneer Homestead across the street.