New Harmony
Utopia Twice
State: Indiana
County: Posey County
Founded: 1814
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Utopian colony
New Harmony hosted two utopian experiments. German Harmonists founded it in 1814, then sold it to Robert Owen in 1825 for a socialist commune. Both failed, but left impressive architecture. The Roofless Church and Atheneum draw visitors.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- Two utopian experiments
- Robert Owen's commune
- Roofless Church
Location
Address: New Harmony, IN
Coordinates: 38.1333, -87.9333