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About Salem, IN

Salem, a Washington County seat of about 6,500 people, sits 30 miles north of Louisville via Interstate 65. State roads 56, 60, and 135 connect it to surrounding communities and attractions like Brown County State Park. The town centers around a historic courthouse square and claims the octagonal John Hay Center, boyhood home of Lincoln's private secretary.

Where is Salem, IN on the map?

Salem, IN is in United States, at 38.605, -86.098 - about 33 km south of Medora, IN.

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What is the closest airport to Salem, IN?

The closest airport to Salem, IN is Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, 75 km (about 1 h 7 min by car).

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