BEDFORD – Friday, Indiana Senator Mike Braun visited the Avoca Park as part of his campaign to run for Govorner of Indiana. He was also present to celebrate the transformation of the Hamer House into a bed and breakfast.
Senator Mike Braun shared about the discovery he and his wife made of their own historical landmark after finding and buying their own home in Dubois County Indiana.
“I love where we all come from. We’re lucky the good Lord dropped us into Dubois County, Lawrence County, and it’s because you have stuff like this,” Senator Braun said of the Hamer House in his 8-minute speech.
“I love it when someone is able to see what a gem we’ve got here,” he continued. “So often it slips into disrepair, or goes too far and you can’t salvage it.”
“Being right here, a historic place like this, the set-up, the acreage you’ve got to go with it – you’ve done a big service for the future of your county and of your area.”
Senator Braun answered a few questions about his plans if he becomes the next Governor, then spent the rest of the time meeting locals individually.
Michael Kent Braun, born March 24, 1954, is an American businessman and politician serving as the junior United States senator for Indiana since 2019.
A member of the Republican Party, he previously represented the 63rd district in the Indiana House of Representatives from 2014 to 2017. Braun was elected to the United States Senate in 2018.
Braun is running for governor of Indiana in 2024, having filed election papers on November 30, 2022, and declared his candidacy on December 12.
This stop at Avoca is part of his campaign to familiarize himself better with fellow Hoosiers on a local, personal level.
The Hamer House is a 2,600+ total square ft. historic house built in 1823. Over the years it has been used as a post office, general store, and inn.
Now an Airbnb, This 200-year-old home will allow families and friends to come together, enjoy walks on the hiking trails, catch and release fishing, play on the playground and enjoy the scenery of the Avoca Park.
The owners of the historic building opened the doors for an open house, allowing guests a guided or self-exploration tour of the beautiful, timeless interior.
Spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings, and plenty of rich woodwork and polished floors are just some of the beautiful features at the Hamer House.
