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Old Pekin, Indiana

Old Pekin (also referred to as Pekin and Pekin Station) is an unincorporated community in Polk Township, Washington County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.[1]

The community is the site of Eastern High School.

History

Pekin is known for having the nation's longest running consecutive Fourth of July celebration.[2]

Geography

Old Pekin is located just southeast of the larger incorporated town of New Pekin, at 38°29′50″N 86°00′12″W / 38.49722°N 86.00333°W / 38.49722; -86.00333.

References

  1. ^ a b c U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Old Pekin, Indiana
  2. ^ "Pekin Fourth of July Parade - A Local Legacy". America's Library. Retrieved September 20, 2012.