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Anderson, Indiana

Located in Madison County, Indiana, Anderson was established in 1823. GM plant closures devastated Anderson's economy. Named for a Delaware chief, not a European.
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Founded 1823 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County Madison County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Anderson, Indiana

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1823 Founded: Named for William Anderson (Delaware chief).
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1887 Gas Boom: Natural gas boom.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Anderson's character and economy.
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1920 GM Town: GM Delco-Remy plants.
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2010 Modern Era: Anderson continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Anderson

Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 5, 2016
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Jun 8, 2015
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Complete Historical Timeline

1823 Culture
Founded
1887 Industry
Gas Boom
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1920 Industry
GM Town
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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GM plant closures devastated Anderson's economy.
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Named for a Delaware chief, not a European.
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Was a major GM manufacturing city with multiple plants.
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Anderson is located in Madison County, Indiana.
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Anderson was founded in 1823.

Famous People from Anderson, Indiana

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Gary Burton
Composer, University Teacher · Born Jan 23, 1943 · Age 83
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Cory Edwards
Screenwriter, Writer · Born Aug 21, 1968 · Age 57
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Mack Mattingly
Politician, Diplomat · Born Jan 7, 1931 · Age 95
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Jon McLaughlin
Pianist, Singer-Songwriter · Born Sep 27, 1982 · Age 43
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Ray Enright
Screenwriter, Editor · Born Mar 25, 1896 · Died Apr 3, 1965 (age 69)

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