Cannelton - Historic District Attractions

Downtown Cannelton has a Historic District that has been listed on the National Register since 1978. The District consists of the Perry County Courthouse, completed in 1897 and built of pressed brick and limestone; St Michaels School, constructed in 1915; St Michael Church, constructed of sandstone blocks, quarried from nearby hills; as well as the Christian Kielhorn Building, completed in 1879 and used as a tavern, bakery, confectionery, restaurant, and retail store.

Houses within the Historic District of Cannelton include the Hamilton Smith Jr./ Nicholas Wallot House, the Henry Heim House, Latimer/Danhauer House and the Mason/Newcomb/Sulzer House.