Oolitic, Indiana

Oolitic, Indiana

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County - Lawrence
Township - Indian Creek, Shawswick
Area - 0.78 sq mi (2.0 km2)
Elevation - 600 ft (183 m)
Population (2010) - 1,184
Time zone - Eastern
ZIP code - 47451
Area code(s) - 812

The town Oolitic is named for the special grade of limestone upon which the town was built. The name Oolitic us derived from the Greek word "oolite" which means "eggs and stone." Limestone from Oolitic has been used to construct many famous buildings. The Empire State Building was built from this stone and the "Empire Hole" from which the stone was taken can be found about one half mile north of Oolitic.

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Indiana State Road 58
Indiana State Road 37

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Oolitic Post Office

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Joe Palooka Statue

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