Brown County, Indiana Old Settlers Reunion
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History of the Old Settlers Reunion
The Reunion was first held in 1877 and, with few exceptions, has been an annual event
since then. In 1932 and 1950, the Reunion was rained out. Records are missing for some years, so we do not know whether
a Reunion was held during those years.
Over the years, there have been many types of activities at the Reunion, including speeches,
sermons, music, dance groups, baby contests, bingo, a greased pole climbing contest, frog jumping, a bike
race (in 1894) and a balloon
ascension (in 1895). One of the most consistent events is the Pioneer Program, honoring the long-term and older citizens of Brown
County. The current Pioneer Program also honors the youngest boy and girl who attend the Reunion.
2011 Old Settlers Reunion
About the Old Settlers Reunion
and this website
Welcome to our website! The annual Old Settlers Reunion, founded 1877, has
been organized by The Friends of The Old Settlers since 2007 and since 2008 it has been held at the Bill Monroe Music
Park & Campground, Bean Blossom, IN. The 2012 Old Settlers is August 30 and 31.
Use the links above
to check out the 2011 schedule and make plans to attend the 2012 Reunion. We'll be glad to see you! Also take a look at
some photos from the 2009 & 2010 Reunions. (There are more photos on our Facebook page.)
Our "Contact Us" page includes
links for lodging and camping information, as well as two sources for books about Brown County. If you want to be actively involved
in the next Reunion, check out our "Support the Reunion" page for several suggestions.
"Old Photos" shows some old settlers from
the 1800s and early 1900s. We welcome your Brown County related old photos, if you are willing to share them. Check out
the "Support the Reunion" page for ways to contact us about your photos.
Free Admission
Free Parking
Free Entertainment