The Cannelton Cotton Mill stands as one of Indiana’s most significant industrial landmarks and a powerful symbol of Perry County’s rich history. Built in the mid-19th century along the Ohio River, the mill played a vital role in the region’s economic growth and became nationally recognized for its advanced construction, innovative engineering, and high-quality textile production. Today, the preserved limestone structure remains a striking reminder of Cannelton’s industrial heritage and the people whose craftsmanship and labor helped shape the community, earning the site designation as a National Historic Landmark.

Myers Grade School is historically known as “The Free School”, Cannelton, Indiana. The school opened in 1869. Now part of Cannelton City Schools, Myers Grade School is thought to be the oldest public school building in continuous operation in Indiana, perhaps in the United States. When the school was built in 1868, considerable planning went into its construction to ensure it remained modern in every respect for years to come.

Located on the banks of the Ohio River in Perry County, Indiana, this building was built in 1818 in the thriving community of Rome, the county seat at that time. Rome was a vibrant center of passage to the frontier and a gateway to the West through the Trace to Vincennes. Rome must have seemed the center of civilization to early pioneers crossing the Ohio.

This is one of only two surviving Indiana public buildings from that era still standing in place.

Over its two centuries of existence, this structure has been in continuous use, first as a courthouse, then as a private academy, a public high school, an elementary school, and now as a community center.

This house was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. The lot was purchased in 1841 and is built from local sandstone. The building has been a grocery store/residence/hotel/museum, and many other types of establishments. It was remodeled in 1863 after a flue fire. The original owner had a tunnel dug from the cellar to a barn two blocks north in Troy. This served as a link in the Underground Railroad system, and many enslaved people found safe harbor here. The tunnel was filled in the 1960’s. The home was completely remodeled after purchased in 1988 by Jim and Joyce (Boerste) Efinger. The three-story home had three coal-burning fireplaces. The house has been known as “Heinzle Family Grocery”, “Bauer’s”, “Nester Hotel”, “Old and New Union Hotel”, “Riverfront Hotel”, and now “Riverplace”. It is currently owned by Dan Hayden and Jane Efinger-Hayden.

The Tell City City Hall stands as a symbol of civic pride and community leadership in the heart of Tell City, Indiana. Reflecting the city’s strong German heritage and long-standing tradition of local governance, the building has served as a center for public service and community decision-making for generations. Its historic architecture and prominent location underscore Tell City’s commitment to preserving its past while continuing to serve residents and visitors alike, making City Hall an important landmark in Perry County’s cultural and historical landscape.