Darwin

is the second oldest settlement in Clark county. It is situated in the northeast corner of section 27, Darwin Township, on the Wabash River. The site was first settled by John McClure in 1816 and was known then as McClure's Bluff.  A ferry was started early on by McClure for use by farmers who owned properties across the river.  It is still in operation today.

A post office was established on Aug. 17, 1920. Darwin was the County Seat from 1823 to 1839 when it was removed to Marshall.  Darwin was also known as Clark Courthouse until Nov. 8, 1836. 

See Also:

History of Crawford and Clark Counties, 1883