LAWRENCE COUNTY- Limestone Month is proudly celebrated every June in Lawrence County, Indiana. Since the early 1800s, Lawrence County’s rich limestone quarrying and carving history has set this Indiana county apart. As a major supplier of quality limestone to the world, you’ll find Indiana limestone structures in South America, Canada, England, and, of course, America. In fact, the Empire State Building in New York, Chicago’s Tribune Tower, several federal buildings in Washington, D.C., including the Pentagon, and the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials are all constructed with Indiana limestone.
What makes Indiana limestone so special is its high calcium carbonate content. At 97% calcium carbonate, Indiana limestone is nearly chemically pure. At this high level of purity, limestone is particularly durable, low-maintenance, affordable, and unmatched in beauty.
Limestone was adopted by the Indiana General Assembly as the official State Stone and codified into law in 1971. Since 2007, Limestone Month has been celebrated annually in Lawrence County, Indiana.
More information at: www.limestonecountry.com or call Lawrence County Tourism at 812-849-1090
2025 Limestone Month Events
Land of Limestone Exhibition
The Land of Limestone exhibit brings to life the people, events, and history surrounding Lawrence County’s famous natural resource, limestone. Located inside the StoneGate Arts & Education Center, 931 15th Street. Open Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm.
June 25: 10 a.m.: Green Hill Cemetery Tours
On this free guided walking tour, you will see intricate headstones, learn about the limestone industry’s connection to the cemetery, and hear interesting stories about some who have been laid to rest there. Call Lawrence County Tourism at (812) 849-1090 to register.
June 27 – 29: 60th Annual Gem, Mineral, Fossil Show
At the Lawrence County Fairgrounds, see row after row of jewelry, gems, rocks, fossils, and science projects demonstrating the importance of local limestone and minerals. Admission is free.
June 27 & 28: Downtown Historic/Architectural Walking Tour
Learn more about the past evolution of our courthouse square and hear stories from the past. Tours include architectural and historical information on the buildings around the square. Meet at the Lawrence County Museum for each tour. 10 am on June 27 & June 28
June 27 – 28: Limestone Heritage Festival
The Limestone Month culminates during the Limestone Heritage Festival on the square in downtown Bedford. Celebrating the importance of limestone, the local community comes together for a parade, live music, food trucks, vendors, a fascinating limestone carving demonstration, and fireworks.
June 27 & 28: Limestone Carving Exhibit
This is your chance to see a live limestone carving demonstration, and maybe even try it yourself! Vote for your favorite limestone piece. Free cake and punch. Hours are 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. on June 27 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 28
