East Oolitic, Indiana


East Oolitic is an unincorporated community in Shawswick Township, Lawrence County, Indiana.

History

East Oolitic was originally called Spien Kopj, in commemoration of the Battle of Spion Kop in the Second Boer War. East Oooltic was platted in 1900. Oolite is a type of limestone found in the area.

Geography

East Oolitic, Indiana is located at / 38.89889°N 86.51194°W / 38.89889; -86.51194, in Lawrence County approximately two miles north of Bedford, and one half mile east of Oolitic.