springs. It quickly became popular among naturalists, who came to find bones for museums or private collections. The Clay House closed in 1830, but the salt springs remained a popular spa until 1847. A second hotel was built in 1870.

A post office called Bigbone was established in 1890, and remained in operation until 1941.

Geography

Big Bone Creek enters the Ohio River at mile 516.8 below Pittsburgh.

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