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Hammond, Indiana

Located in Lake County, Indiana, Hammond was established in 1851. George Hammond pioneered refrigerated railcar meatpacking here. Though in Indiana, Hammond is essentially a Chicago suburb.
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Founded 1851 | Population 75,000 | Peak 75,000 (2024) | County Lake County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Hammond, Indiana

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1851 Founded: Named for George Hammond, meatpacker.
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1869 Meatpacking: Refrigerated railcar meatpacking.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Hammond's identity and economy.
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2000 Horseshoe Casino: Casino brings revenue.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1851 Industry
Founded
1869 Industry
Meatpacking
1942 Government
Military Presence
2000 Business
Horseshoe Casino

Did You Know?

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George Hammond pioneered refrigerated railcar meatpacking here.
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Though in Indiana, Hammond is essentially a Chicago suburb.
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The Horseshoe Casino brings significant revenue to the city.
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Hammond is located in Lake County, Indiana.
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Hammond was founded in 1851.

Famous People from Hammond, Indiana

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Terry Funk
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David Wilkerson
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Mike D. Rogers
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John Farrell
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Stephan Bonnar
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