The first settlers who arrived in 1802 were Swiss immigrants intending on cultivating grapes and producing wine.
[7] Vevay collected a reputation of being home to the first commercial winery in the United States; However, the first certified commercial winery was established in Nicholasville, Kentucky, in 1799 by Swiss immigrant John Dufour.
[8] The Edward and George Cary Eggleston House, Old Hoosier Theatre, Benjamin Schenck Mansion, and Switzerland County Courthouse are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
[9] Vevay is located along the Ohio River and Indiana State Road 56/156.
[10] The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.
39.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.
33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.
[15] Vevay holds an annual celebration called the Swiss Wine Festival.
[16] Since 1797, approximately every 22 years, la Fête des Vignerons (The Winegrowers' Festival) is celebrated in the Swiss city of Vevey.