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Elizabethtown Today
By the People, for the People
Historic Plaques Stolen From Hardin County Courthouse
Elizabethtown police investigating theft of three cast bronze plaques from county courthouse
Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:42pm
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The theft of historic county courthouse plaques has left the community searching for answers and seeking to recover these irreplaceable pieces of local heritage.Elizabethtown TodayThree historical cast bronze plaques have been stolen from the Hardin County Courthouse in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The theft is believed to have occurred between March 18th and March 24th, and included a 1933 Courthouse Dedication plaque as well as two 1955 Historical Society plaques commemorating the county's ties to Presidents Abraham Lincoln and James Buchanan.
Why it matters
The stolen plaques hold significant historical value for the Hardin County community, as they document important milestones and connections to past U.S. presidents. Their theft represents a loss of local heritage and will require costly replacement efforts.
The details
The stolen plaques include a 1933 Courthouse Dedication plaque and two 1955 Historical Society plaques honoring Hardin County's links to Presidents Lincoln and Buchanan. Police believe the theft occurred sometime between March 18th and March 24th, but have not yet identified any suspects.
- The theft is believed to have occurred between March 18th and March 24th, 2026.
- The 1933 Courthouse Dedication plaque was stolen.
- Two 1955 Historical Society plaques commemorating Hardin County's ties to Presidents Lincoln and Buchanan were also stolen.
The players
Elizabethtown Police
The local law enforcement agency investigating the theft of the historical plaques from the Hardin County Courthouse.
Hardin County Courthouse
The county courthouse in Elizabethtown, Kentucky where the stolen historical plaques were displayed.
What’s next
Elizabethtown Police are urging anyone with information about the theft to come forward and contact the department.
The takeaway
The theft of these historical plaques represents a significant loss for the Hardin County community, both in terms of their cultural and educational value. Local authorities are working to recover the stolen items and identify the perpetrators.
