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About Patriot, IN
Welcome to Patriot, Indiana, proudly standing as the only incorporated town in the Union with that iconic name! Patriot is a small, seven-block town on the Ohio River, centrally located between Louisville and Cincinnati.
General Store
Currently, the town is home to the oldest general store in the county, complete with original wood floors.
Patriot General Store offers a unique shopping experience with the charm of yesteryear. This grocery store is known for its quick visits, delicious pizza, and a friendly, old-fashioned mom-and-pop vibe. In addition to grocery items and pizza, they also feature a deli, hardware, and a wonderful collection of antiques. Open seven days a week, Patriot General Store provides a convenient and welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.
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History
Established in 1820, the town carries quite a history. Dr. Elwood Mead was born and raised in the area and is famously known for designing the Hoover Dam. Augusta Stevenson, an author of children’s literature, lived in a home along the river that still stands today! Patriot is the easternmost town in of Indiana, with a booming population of 200. Patriot has suffered many setbacks in its 200+ year history, including a fire in 1924 that destroyed a lot of homes and businesses. Flood waters came to town, most notably in 1937, but again in 1964 and 1997. Each time, the town bounced back better than ever.
There’s also a post office, two churches, and a liquor store. The town also has a beautiful memorial park that houses a piece of the World Trade Center. Each year on the Fourth of July, the town has a parade and recently has added fireworks. Sitting on 8 acres of ground, the campground is along Wade Bay. Wade Bay was originally Wade Creek and became a bay of water when the Markland Dam was constructed in 1964. The bay is home to many creatures, but most significantly, Bald Eagles; it is not uncommon to see them in and around the area daily.
