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Corydon, Indiana
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Corydon served as the first state capital of Indiana from 1816 until 1825, when the capital was moved to Indianapolis.
The Battle of Corydon, fought on July 9, 1863, was the only Civil War battle fought in Indiana, involving Confederate General John Hunt Morgan's raid.
The Constitution Elm is where delegates drafted Indiana's first state constitution in 1816, and its trunk remains preserved today.
The Corydon Capitol building is designed in the Federal style, characterized by its simple, symmetrical design and brick construction.
The Corydon Capitol was built using locally quarried limestone, a material that is still prominent in Indiana's architecture today.
Corydon hosts annual reenactments of historical events, including the drafting of the state constitution, to educate and engage visitors.
The Corydon Capitol State Historic Site is maintained by the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, ensuring its preservation for future generations.
