Approximately 20 miles from Indianapolis, Thorntown Town in Sugar Creek Township is one of several small, friendly communities in Boone County. Children in Thorntown attend Western Boone Community Schools, and the town strongly supports educational activities and events. Residents and shop owners tend to greet each other by first name in this classic Indiana small town, where the spirit of yesterday combines with easy access to world-class metropolitan amenities. Charming specialty shops and the landmark of the stately Thorntown Public Library with its Italianate architectural elements enhance the town's distinctive character. Families enjoy the attractive park, while visitors are drawn to the unique museum displaying Native American artifacts and history. Only minutes from Thorntown by car, Lebanon City is home to a regional hospital and many other expanded amenities.