| Settled: |
1851 |
| Incorporated: |
as
a city on 1883 |
| Highlights: |
Diverse and industrial economy
Occupies the extreme northwest
corner of the state of Indiana
Hammond Marina
Purdue University Calumet
Calumet College of St. Joseph |
| Origin of Name: |
In 1869, George H. Hammond, a butcher from Detroit, Michigan,
began a slaughterhouse which resulted in another industry surge for the
area. |
| Some History: |
Around 1847, the first permanent
residents (German farmers) began to settle at the area between the Grand
River and Little Calumet Rivers. Prior to this settlement, the
land that is now Hammond was a crossroads for travelers to the West.
Due to Hammond's proximity to Lake Michigan, growth in population and
industry quickly followed. Hammond is the oldest city in Lake
County. |
| Post Your Message: |
 Hammond Discussion Board |
| Chamber Site: |
Hammond
Chamber of Commerce |
| Town Site: |
Hammond
Online City Guide
City of Hammond |
| County: |
Lake County |
Map:
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sources
Hammond Chamber of Commerce |
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