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Hamilton County

The land containing Hamilton County was brought into the possession of the United States by the Treaty of St. Mary's in 1818. William Conner was the first white settler in the county. In the summer of 1822, after realizing there were enough settlers in the area, Conner and other settlers applied to the Indiana Legislature for a charter authorizing them to become a separate and independent county under Indiana law. The application was presented to the Legislature at the 1822-23 session and the act was passed and approved by the Governor on January 8, 1823. The act took effect on the first Monday in April (April 7), 1823. The County Commissioners first met on May 5, 1823 at the house of William Conner. Conner's house would also serve as the County Circuit Court. The county was named after Alexander Hamilton, the first secretary of the treasury.

County Government Websitehttp://www.co.hamilton.in.us/
County Seat: Noblesville

Cities in Hamilton County

Noblesville

Noblesville's historic downtown area offers some of the best and most unique shopping, dining, and entertainment in all of Indiana.

People from as far away as California, Maine, Texas, Canada, and all over the world have visited Noblesville Indiana not only for its charm and relaxing atmosphere, but to take a modern-day step back in time, back to the good ol' days, you know, the way things used to be. Whether you're reminiscing about old family heirlooms at the clock shop, searching for the perfect antiques, or having some ice cream at the old-fashioned ice cream parlor, you'll find yourself drifting back in time.

Annual Festivals and Parades

Carmelfest

This event brings an entire community together for a family-oriented festival focused on patriotism and community spirit. Carmelfest offers music, art, crafts, food, fun and fireworks, and draws thousands of eager visitors of all ages.

Fishers Freedom Festival

The annual Fishers Freedom Festival, which offers multiple activities, events, and food for all ages, is held at the Roy G. Holland Memorial Park (1 Park Drive) off Holland Drive & Ellipse Parkway in Fishers. This free event offers fine arts & crafts, food & business vendors, live music, 5K walk/run, K-9 demonstrations, children’s tent, teen tent, street dance, children’s parade, main parade, fireworks, and much more to the 45,000+ attendees who come from all over the U.S. each year.

The Festival occurs annually on the last Saturday & Sunday in June. It kicks off on Saturday morning with the 5K Walk/Run. The public may park at Holland Park at a small cost per vehicle. Free parking is available at Town of Fishers Municipal Complex with a free shuttle running approximately every 15 minutes during Festival hours.

Resources

Chambers of Commerce