There are a lot of opinions out there as to which Indiana town is the most beautiful. Among the top places that are mentioned are little gems like Patriot, Pine Village, and Shamrock Lakes; however, there’s one little town that always makes the list and seems just a cut above the rest. Rich with history, Merom, Indiana, is well-deserving of its common "most beautiful" title. Let's take a look at a few things to do in Merom, Indiana.
Merom was founded in 1817 in Sullivan County, Indiana.
It rests right on the Indiana/Illinois border and seems to have the best of both worlds. With a population of just around 200, it truly earns its "small town" designation.
Don't let its size fool you, though - this place is a pint-sized beauty.
The name of the town commemorates the Battle of the Waters of Merom, a beloved Bible story.
There aren't a whole lot of buildings here; it's mostly land - absolutely gorgeous land.
The Merom Post Office was founded in 1818 and the library was built 100 years later in 1919. Today, only a handful of families live here, but the echoes of the town's past resonate with every resident.
It is said that Merom was a stop on the Underground Railroad, where ex-slaves escaping bondage would come to use the nearby water channel to get to Terre Haute.
Residents are very proud of this historic role Merom played in a very trying time. To this day, they still pride themselves on kindness and helping their fellow man.
Also interestingly, Merom played a small role in the War of 1812.
William Henry Harrison's soldiers came through the little place on their way to the Battle of Tippecanoe. Once again, residents of the town showed them all the hospitality they could muster.
Nowadays, it's a lot quieter around Merom, but that's all right.
They get a fair share of visitors every year when they hold their annual Merom Bluff Chautauqua at - you guessed it! - Merom Bluff.
The event first began over a century ago, was seemingly forgotten after the 1920s, and came roaring back to life in the 1960s.
It's an educational and social event for Indiana residents. They flock to this beautiful little town in the tens of thousands to attend with their families.
Explore some key points in Merom, like the beautiful Merom bluff lookout, a hike through the park down a long flight of stairs, and a tour of the college in this video from Aaric Hale:
A popular Merom destination for residents and visitors alike is the absolutely beautiful Bluff Park. Its beauty is perfect for photographers, hikers, and nature lovers, as well as families looking for something to do with their weekend. We’re pretty sure this gorgeous little place tops the list as "Most Beautiful" in Indiana on so many lists for big reasons, even if the town itself is super-small.
What are your favorite things to do in Merom, Indiana? Have you attended the Chautauqua event? Tell us about it in the comments!
For even more charming towns in Indiana check out this list of small towns in Indiana that deserve to be on your road trip list.
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