Danville, Indiana: Historic, Quaint, and Growing
Danville, Indiana, the County Seat of Hendricks County, is located 25 miles west of downtown Indianapolis. The county was established in 1824, with the first non-Indian settlers moving to Danville in the 1820’s . Danville, a small city of just over six square miles, has blossomed into a community of more than 8,000 residents, with significant population growth occurring in the 1990s.
As the County Seat, Danville is home to numerous Hendricks County attractions and Danville historical sites. City government has dedicated itself to revitalization of historic downtown Danville over the course of the next several years. Danville is home to museums, small shops, large retailers, growing industry and residential sectors, and a thriving arts community. Danville Community Schools and Hendricks County Hospital, operating since 1962 on Main Street, provide residents access to excellent Danville education and advanced healthcare.
While not a bustling metropolis, Danville is conveniently located near State Road 39 and U.S. Highway 36, also serving as Main Street in Danville. Danville is about 20 miles from Interstates 70 and 465, where access to all of Indianapolis becomes easily available.
Those in search of the serenity of a nature walk and a quite get-away in the country will enjoy a stay at Country Comforts Bed & Breakfast and Spa. Country Comforts offers visitors beautiful Spanish-style two bedroom suites, with a continental breakfast on weekdays, a full country breakfast on weekends, and eight acres of gardens and woodlands to take in.
In Danville, Indiana you’ll find numerous chances to experience Indiana history, with tours available in some historic locations, including the Hendricks County Museum. You’ll find an incredible collection of genealogical and state historical texts and documents in the Indiana Room of Danville’s Public Library.
Attend public programs and performances at the library and at various locations within the city. Take in a movie downtown at the Royal Theater or at Ellis Park during special events in the holiday season. Visit The Farmers Market on the County Courthouse Square, or have a casual dinner at Bailey’s Jury Room on Main Street. Take in a softball game at Ellis park or enjoy a hike in Blanton Woods.
With Indianapolis only 30 minutes by car, Danville, Indiana residents know the daily joy of country living, as well as the convenience and excitement of the big city. City folks can, and often do, discover a glimpse of that joy by visiting Danville.
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