Rush county was organized in 1821 and was named in honor of Dr. Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Its population in 2020 was 16,752. Rushville is the county seat.
Rush County
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Rush county
Historical Overview
Rush County Information
Townships
Anderson, Center, Jackson, Noble, Orange, Posey, Richland, Ripley, Rushville, Union, Walker, Washington
Towns
Carthage, Glenwood, Rushville, Arlington, Manilla, Milroy
Surrounding Counties
Henry, Fayette, Franklin, Decatur, Shelby, Hancock
Rush County Genealogist
County genealogists are invaluable resources for anyone seeking to delve into the past. They can answer general questions about the county, providing insights into its history, culture, and communities. Need to know where specific records are held or where to find them? County genealogists are experts at pointing you in the right direction. They’ll also inform you about what records exist and, just as importantly, which records do not exist, saving you valuable research time.
County genealogists can recommend search avenues and tools tailored to your specific needs, ensuring you’re on the right track to uncovering your family’s history. Please note that while they are fantastic information resources, they are not typically able to conduct genealogy research for you. Instead, they empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to embark on your own genealogical journey.
County Genealogist
Katrina Cole Cooper
Contact Information
cooperfamily01@yahoo.com
Rush County Research
Rush County Historical Society
619 N Perkins St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2492
rushcountyhistory.org
619 N Perkins St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2492
rushcountyhistory.org
Rushville Public Library
130 W 3rd St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-3496
rusvillelibrary.com
Henry Henley Public Library
102 N Main St
Carthage, IN 46115
765-565-8022
henryhenley.lib.in.us
130 W 3rd St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-3496
rusvillelibrary.com
Henry Henley Public Library
102 N Main St
Carthage, IN 46115
765-565-8022
henryhenley.lib.in.us
Rush County Historical Society
619 N Perkins St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2492
rushcountyhistory.org
619 N Perkins St
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2492
rushcountyhistory.org
Rush County Courthouse
101 East Second Street Room 105
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-3103
rushcounty.in.gov/health-department
rcdh2@rushcounty.in.gov
101 East Second Street Room 105
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-3103
rushcounty.in.gov/health-department
rcdh2@rushcounty.in.gov
Rush County Courthouse
101 East Second Street Room 209
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2086
rushcounty.in.gov/clerk
clerk@rushcounty.in.gov
101 East Second Street Room 209
Rushville, IN 46173
765-932-2086
rushcounty.in.gov/clerk
clerk@rushcounty.in.gov
Rush County Families
John Wesley Osburn
John Wesley Osburnbirth: 29 Apr 1839, Rush County, Indiana to Harmon and Elizabeth "Eliza" Jane...
Dr Daniel Emmett Barnett
Daniel Emmett Barnett birth: 10 May 1875, Indianola, IL to Robert Edward Barnett and Mary...
Frances Marie Barnett
Frances Marie Barnett birth: 25 July 1911, at Homer, Rush Co., IN to Dr Daniel E Barnett and Cora...
James Noble
James Noble birth: 3 Feb 1801, Worcester Co, Maryland to Jonathan Noble and Nancy Driskell death:...
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