The City of Richmond, Indiana, is located in the east-central portion of the State of Indiana within Wayne County. The county seat of Wayne County, Richmond is the location of the Madonna of the Trail statue within the State, specifically on the east side of the city. However, apart from the Madonna of the Trail statue, the City of Richmond is often renowned for the associated Quaker and Shaker history of the community, as with related communities such as Lebanon, Ohio; Liberty, Indiana; and Connersville, Indiana. While the overt signs of Quaker and Shaker heritage, such as Quaker Monthly Meetings, are long removed from modern view, the influence of the historical groups continues on with a legacy that results in a modest approach to life and life circumstances, similar to the modest cultural traits of communities further east, such as Wilmington, Ohio, or numerous locales along US Route 22 even further to the east (including throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey alike).
When traveling throughout the Richmond area of Indiana, individuals and communities should expect a few surprising opportunities, such as the Model T Museum, while also anticipating opportunities in fine arts downtown and historical sites both downtown and in the surrounding area across directions.
