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Greenwood, Indiana

Located in Johnson County, Indiana, Greenwood was established in 1864. A 2022 mass shooting at Greenwood Park Mall was stopped by an armed bystander. Growing south Indianapolis suburb.
Founded 1864 | Population 65,000 | Peak 65,000 (2024) | County Johnson County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Greenwood, Indiana

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1864 Founded: South Indianapolis suburb.
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1914 Economic Development: Greenwood grew through the lumber industry.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Greenwood's identity and economy.
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2022 Mall Shooting: Greenwood Park Mall shooting; armed bystander stops gunman.
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2022 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Greenwood's character and economy.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1864 Government
Founded
1914 Industry
Economic Development
1942 Government
Military Presence
2022 Crime
Mall Shooting
2022 Culture
Higher Education

Did You Know?

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A 2022 mass shooting at Greenwood Park Mall was stopped by an armed bystander.
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Growing south Indianapolis suburb.
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One of Indiana's fastest-growing cities.
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Greenwood is located in Johnson County, Indiana.
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Greenwood was founded in 1864.

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