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Old Cathedral Library and Museum


The Old Cathedral Library and Musuem is the oldest library in Indiana. It was established in 1794 by Rev. Benedict Joseph Flaget, who later was bishop of Bardstown, Kentucky. The library contains 7000+ books that were brought to Vincennes by it sfirst bishop, Bishop Brute.

Services and amenities available on the site:
X Conducted Tours
X Self-Guided Tours
  Videotape(s)
  Film(s)
  Slide Program(s)
  Prepared "Look-Learn-Listen" Questions
X Theme-Related Sale Items (books/postcards/souvenirs)
  Hands-On Activities
  Living History or Costumed Interpretation
  Parking For School Buses
X Restroom Facilities
X Convenient Water Fountains
  Picnicking Facilities
  Vending Machines or Other Food/Drink Services
  Overnight Accommodations
  Auditorium/Meeting Room
  Emergency Services (first-aid)

Other services and amenities available:
Operating Period: Memorial Day weekent thru Labor Day weekend
Days of The Week Open: Tuesday through Friday
Site Hours: 1p.m.-4p.m.
Regular Admission Fees:: $.50 adults, $.25 students (9-17 yrs), children 8 & under free
Educational Admission Fees: Same
Number of People The Site Can Accommodate: 20
Handicapped Accessible: None
Other Services Available: Conducted tours at other times are by appointment only

Materials which can be sent to the teacher or group before a visit:
X Site Brochure
  Pre-Visit Planning Package For Teachers/Leaders
  Pre-Visit Package For Students
  Lesson Plans or Other Materials Relating Sites To Statewide Curriculum
  List of Sale Items Suitable For Students
 
Media Which Can Be Loaned:
____ Videotape(s) ____ Film(s) ____ Slide program(s)
  Books (on loan)
  Other

Services the site offers to educational groups:
Does the site offer guest speakers for off-site programs? No
Annually recurring events:
Site location: 205 Church St
Organization administering the site: Old Cathedral & Library Museum Inc

Contact information:
Mailing address: 205 Church St
Vincennes, IN 47591
Phone: (812) 882-5638
Fax: (812) 882-4042
Email:
Web site: http://



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