Corydon Capitol State Historic Site

Corydon Capitol State Historic Site

Established in 1808, the town of Corydon served as Indiana’s first state capitol from 1816 to 1825, and is centrally located in Harrison County. This history is palpable when you walk downtown Corydon’s storied streets, with most of the buildings dating to the 1800s. The Corydon Capitol State Historic Site tours include the capitol building and governor’s headquarters.

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Constitution Elm

Constitution Elm

Corydon, Indiana 47112

Indiana’s state constitution was drafted underneath its branches.

First State Capitol Building, Historic Downtown Corydon square

Corydon Capitol State Historic Site

Corydon, IN 47112

Where statehood began: Tour Indiana’s First State Capitol Building

Governor Hendricks’ Headquarters

Corydon, Indiana 47112

This two-story federal style brick house was built in 1817.

Indiana’s First State Office Building

Corydon, IN 47112

In 1817 this brick building housed the State of Indiana government offices.

Porter Law Office

Corydon, Indiana 47112

The Porter Law Office was built in 1819 by Henry P. Coburn.

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