Knightstown

Knightstown is a small town in Henry County, Indiana, United States. It is located in the eastern portion of the state and sits within the agricultural heartland that surrounds many communities in the region. Knightstown serves as a local hub for residents and for the rural areas nearby, with a historic center that retains several period buildings.

History: Knightstown was established in the 19th century and developed as a rural community linked to regional markets and transportation routes. Over the decades it grew modestly, sustaining a mix of farming, small businesses, and services for residents.

Landmarks and culture: The Hoosier Gym is one of the town’s best-known landmarks. Built in 1922, it served as Knightstown High School’s gym for many years and was featured in the 1986 film Hoosiers. Today it operates as a community venue, hosting events, tours, and basketball-related activities. The town preserves other historic structures around its downtown core.

Education and government: Knightstown is governed by a town council with a clerk-treasurer and is part of the Knightstown Community School Corporation, which operates Knightstown High School and local elementary facilities. The school system serves as a focal point for community activity and youth engagement.

Economy and demographics: The local economy relies on a mix of agricultural activity and small-town services, including retail, healthcare, and trades that support residents and farmers in the surrounding countryside. The population is in the low thousands, reflecting Knightstown’s status as a small, rural municipality.

Transportation and geography: Knightstown sits amid Indiana’s rural landscape, with access via regional roads that connect it to larger towns and metropolitan areas in the state.