Cannelton, city (1990 pop. 1,786), Perry co., S Ind., on Ohio R., and c.45 mi/72 km E of Evansville; 37°55'N 86°44'W. Shipping, mining, and mfg. center, in agr., coal, and clay area. Mfg. (clay prods., furniture, wood prods.). Sandstone quarrying. Founded 1837.