With the arrival of the railroad, Bourbon became a booming lumber town. From 1864 to
1867 over a thousand railroad cars of lumber were shipped each year. Early
Bourbonites were proud of saying that Bourbon was the biggest stop between Fort
Wayne and Chicago. The cutting of the trees for lumber was followed by clearing of the
land for farming, and the community became known for its rich soil, well-bred livestock
and good farmers.
The people were strong believers and early churches were important to the people
of Bourbon; however, the path was not easy. The records of local churches show such
things as church burnings and bombings believed to be related to the
causes of slavery and prohibition. Many stories of riots, brutal murders,
arson fires, and dreadful accidents are recorded. The 1881 and 1896 Histories of Marshall
County make interesting reading.
Interest in fire protection has always run high. In 1875, the Vigilant Hook and Ladder
Company was formed. Other fire fighting organizations followed and continue to this
day. Bourbon is known for its excellent fire department and EMS.
Bourbon grew into a fine community with good professional services, businesses and
industry, but not without a great deal of giving by many people. Today, there are no Weans in
the Bourbon phone book, but if you go to the southeast corner of the Parks/Odd
Fellows Cemetery, you will find the Wean monument and learn that both their sons
died in the Civil War.
The dedication reads: 
IN REMEMBERANCE OF THE OLD TOWN PUMP ONCE LOCATED HERE ON THIS CORNER THIS MEMORIAL WAS SPONSORED AND ERECTED BY THE SOUTH BEND BOURBON CLUB DEDICATED JUNE 30, 1929 Click to view the memorial today. WHO WE ARE
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Although Bourbon has experienced phenomenal growth over the years it has maintained the quality of life associated with a small town rural atmosphere.
If one thing symbolizes the town of Bourbon above all else it is the The Old Town Pump. Bourbonites are very proud of the memorial to the pump that now is located in Sit Park on the corner of Old US 30 and Main Street. The memorial represents the original wooden pump pictured here. |
TOWN COUNCIL The town council meets the secound Tuesday of each month in the town hall located at 104 East Park Avenue at 7PM. COUNCIL MEMBERS President Les McFarland Larry Wattenbarger P.J. Hanley COUNCIL MINUTES
Park Closes at 11pm
Park Pavillion
Splash Park
The Splash pad is open from Memorial Day until Labor Day and is operating daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Veiw Slideshow
Please keep our park clean and pleasent. Wipe up all spills and pick up all trash. Insects can become a health hazard when food and drinks are not cleaned up immediately.
There is no charge for use of the small shelter located on the west end of the park. First come-first use basis.
The several grills around the park can be used by anyone. Please pick up all trash when finished.
Thank you and have a wonderful time.
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Bourbon's water source is an underground aquifer of sand and gravel left from a glacial outwash. It is pumped to the treatment plant by means of 200 feet deep welts. At the treatment plant water is aerated and the iron is filtered out. Sodium fluoride is adjusted to the optimum safe level for the prevention of dental cavities in developing teeth. Blended sodium phosphate is added to develop a protective coating on the the inside of pipes to prevent lead and cooper from leeching into the water from your home's plumbing. lastly, chlorine is added to keep the water delivery system disinfected.
Rules and Rental Policy
The Triton School Corporation is dedicated to providing the children of our community with the best education possible
encouraging all students to achieve their personal best academically, personally, and developmentally while endeavoring to provide a safe, positive environment. The Corporation strives to build confident, lifelong learners for a diverse and global society. 
Bourbon Christian School is coed and Mennonite affiliated, serving grades 1-12.
From its beginning, Accelerated Christian Education has maintained high Biblical and academic standards and remained committed to setting children on a path for success. The goal is the same today: to prepare children for the world today and give them the academic and spiritual tools necessary to achieve their God-given potential.
Matchett Sqaure Bourbon Senior Center located at 805 N. Harris serves REAL Service lunches
to Seniors Monday thru Friday. REAL Services, believing in the dignity of all people, will provide services to eligible persons without regard to race, creed, sex, or national origin. Also available for wedding receptions, meetings, parties, reunions and more. Call Dena Wattenbanger at 574-342-0925.
Celebrating Art, Food & Fun!
Bourbon Summerfest is held each year during the second weekend in August. Booths of various arts & crafts and delicious foods are lined up for the public to enjoy. There is a talent show a car show, live entertainment and much more.
During Halloween Week the town sponsors a family-oriented event the includes a party at the park, costume judging, a cake walk and refreshments.
