Cemeteries in Indiana (State)

Indiana, located in the American Midwest, became the 19th U.S. state in 1816.

The region was originally inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including the Miami, Potawatomi, and Shawnee nations. French explorers and traders arrived in the 17th century, establishing outposts like Vincennes. After British and then American control, Indiana Territory was formed in 1800, and white settlement accelerated following military conflicts and land cessions. Settlers of English, German, and Scots-Irish descent established farming communities throughout the state’s fertile interior. Indiana played a significant role in the westward expansion and was a border state culturally during the Civil War, though it remained in the Union. The state later developed a strong industrial base, particularly in steel, railroads, and manufacturing. Religious life was shaped by Protestant denominations, with Catholic and Amish communities growing over time.

Cemeteries such as Crown Hill in Indianapolis reflect Indiana’s pioneer roots and contributions to American political and military history.