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Clark County
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Falls of
the Ohio State Park and Interpretive Center
201 West Riverside Drive
Clarksville, IN 47129
812-280-9970
Travel back to when Southern Indiana was covered by a salt water sea as you discover the world-renowned fossil beds that date back 400 million years. There are 220 acres of exposed Devonian fossil beds to explore. The Interpretive Center features a full-size mammoth skeleton, plus there are exhibits on geology, history, and cultural development of the Falls of the Ohio. Two spectacular audiovisual shows are also offered.
Howard
Steamboat Museum
1101 East Market Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812-283-3728 or 888-472-0606
A 22-room, late-Victorian mansion features stained and leaded glass windows, intricate hand-carved and original furnishings. Artifacts and models of famous boats built in the Howard Shipyards are exhibited.
Schimpff’s Confectionery
347 Spring Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812-283-8367
For a taste of nostalgia and to satisfy your sweet tooth, stop by and visit one of Indiana's "Hidden Treasures" in Jeffersonville. Famous for cinnamon red-hots. Schimpff's is a fourth generation, family owned business that features a soda fountain, the original tin ceiling, antique memorabilia, and tasty candies.
Old
Jeffersonville National Register of Historic Places District
Downtown Jeffersonville, IN
Jeffersonville's central business district, the downtown riverfront, and several adjoining residential blocks are notable for their eclectic assortment of middle and late- 19th century architecture, which typifies a small Midwestern river city; the central business district, whose spine extends along Spring Street between Court Avenue and Riverside Drive, boasts several distinctive Renaissance Revival, Italianate, and Neoclassical structures; homes range from Federal to Victorian styles; includes many churches.
George
Rogers Clark Cabin Homesite and Departure site of the Lewis and Clark Expedition at Falls of the Ohio State Park
Harrison & Bailey Avenues
Clarksville, IN 47129
812-280-9970
www.fallsoftheohio.org/clark_cabin.html
A replica of a cabin built by General George Rogers Clark in 1803. Departure site of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to explore the Louisiana Purchase territory.
Clark-Floyd Counties Convention and Tourism Bureau
315 Southern Indiana Avenue
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812-280-5566 or 800-552-3842
tourism@sunnysideoflouisville.org
Crawford County
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Blue
River-Indiana’s First Natural Scenic River
112 Main Street
Milltown, IN 47145
812-365-2705 or 888-702-2837
Considered one of Indiana's purest streams, this spring-fed river provides approximately 30 miles of waterway for fishing, swimming, and canoeing.
Marengo
Cave US National Landmark
400 East State Road 64
Marengo, IN 47140
888-702-2837
Creating wonderful family memories since 1883, the cave offers two walking tours, gemstone mining, the Maze Crawl, a gift shop, walking trails, picnic grounds, and more.
Crawford County Tourism Office
6225 East Industrial Lane, Suite A
Leavenworth, IN 47137
812-739-2246 or 888-846-5397
Daviess County
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Harned
House
307 Harned Avenue
Washington, IN 47501
Contact: Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau
The Harned House, located one block off of Hwy. U.S. 50, is the former residence of Dr. Harned and is currently a bed and breakfast.
Daviess
County Museum
212 1/2 East Main Street
Washington, IN 47501
The Daviess County Museum is housed in the former Masonic Temple approximately one mile off of U.S. Hwy. 50.
Graham
Mansion 1885
101 West Maple Street
Washington, IN 47501
Contact: Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau
The exterior premises of this historic house, the former home of Robert and Roberta Graham, also known as “Mimi’s House,” can be viewed. Approximately one mile off U.S. Hwy 50.
Maysville Church 1851
Contact: Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau
Come visit a lovely Methodist country church in Washington, located approximately 1/4 mile off of U.S. Hwy.50 in Washington.
Train
Depot (1906)
One Train Depot Street
PO Box 430
Washington, IN 47501
812-254-5262 or 800-449-5262
Contact: Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau
Situated 3 blocks off of U. S. Hwy. 50, the renovated Old Train Depot is home to the Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and the Daviess County Economic Development Corporation.
Round
Barn (1908)
Contact: Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau
Situated on U.S. Hwy 57, approximately four miles south of U.S. 50 Bypass in Washington, the only round barn in the county is a working cattle barn and currently seeking Historic National Register listing.
Daviess County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Bureau
One Train Depot Street
PO Box 430
Washington, IN 47501
812-254-5262 or 800-449-5262
Dearborn County
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Hollywood Casino
777 Hollywood Boulevard
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
888-274-6797
Dockside gaming, hotel, and 200,000 square-foot pavilion featuring live entertainment and fine dining.
Perfect
North Slopes
19074 Perfect Lane
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
812-537-3754 or 513-381-7517
Ski resort featuring skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. Open during winter months.
Hillforest Victorian House Museum
213 Fifth Street
Aurora, IN 47001
812-926-0087
Hillforest is a restored 1855 mansion overlooking the Ohio River. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a designated National Historic Landmark.
Lawrenceburg Speedway
351 East Eads Parkway
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
812-539-4700
The quarter-mile dirt track features sprint car racing, modifieds, and pro stocks. Open May–September.
Competition Racing
890 Rudolph Way
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
812-539-4949
Enjoy high-speed European go-kart racing on a 950-ft. track at this upscale indoor racing center.
Veraestau House Museum
4696 Veraestau Lane
Aurora, IN 47001
812-926-0983
http://www.historiclandmarks.org/HistoricSitesToursEvents/Veraestau/Pages/default.aspx
Situated 427 feet above the Ohio River, this early-19th century country estate is located high on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River outside of the small town of Aurora.
Tri-State Antique Market
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
513-738-7256
www.queencityshows.com/tristate/tristate.html
Indiana’s largest “antiques and vintage-only” market.
Dearborn County Convention, Visitor & Tourism Bureau
320 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
812-537-0814 or 800-322-8198
dearborn@visitsoutheastindiana.com
Dubois County
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Dubois
County Museum
2704 North Newton Street
Jasper, IN 47546
812-634-7733
Known as the largest county museum in the state of Indiana, this museum showcases the rich German heritage and history of the Dubois County area and features a six-foot-tall, stuffed buffalo named "Trace."
St.
Joseph Church
1029 Kundek Street
Jasper, IN 47546
812-482-1805
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this magnificent 1880 Romanesque, old world style church was built by the early parishioners and showcases priceless German stained glass windows.
Dubois County Visitors Center
2704 Newton Street
Jasper, IN 47546
812-482-9115 or 800-968-4578
Floyd County
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Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site
914 East Main Street
New Albany, IN 47150
812-944-9600
culbertsonmansionshs@dnr.in.gov
www.indianamuseum.org/sites/culb.html
A Victorian mansion that stands as an impressive tribute to one of Indiana’s leading merchants and philanthropists, William Culbertson.
Carnegie
Center for Art and History
201 East Spring Street
New Albany, IN 47150
812-944-7336
An art and history museum, home of the ever-popular Yenawine Exhibit - a hand carved, animated diorama depicting scenes of life in early Indiana.
Scribner House
106 East Main Street
New Albany, IN 47150
812-949-1776
See evidence from an era long ago. The Scribner House was built in 1814 by the Scribner Family. The first frame house built in New Albany is owned by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
Mansion
Row National Register of Historic Places District
Main Street and Market Street
New Albany, IN
Main and Market Streets, New Albany Collection of homes, churches, and distinctive commercial buildings that have been carefully restored, providing a glimpse of life during New Albany’s “Age of Elegance.” This area includes many bed and breakfasts, wedding chapels, reception halls, and the Culbertson Mansion.
Town
Clock Church (Second Baptist Church)
300 East Main Street
New Albany, IN 47150
812-945-3814
Greek Revival church has been a New Albany landmark since 1852 when it was completed by the congregation of the Second Presbyterian Church; the church is said to have been a way-station on the Underground Railroad before the Civil War, aiding runaways with food, clothing, and other kinds of assistance.
New
Albany National Cemetery
1943 Ekin Avenue
New Albany, IN 47150
502-893-3852
www.cem.va.gov/CEMs/nchp/newalbany.asp
The New Albany National Cemetery was established in 1862 to accommodate the burial of soldiers posted at the training center. By November 1870, more than 2,000 known dead and 698 unknowns were buried here. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999.
Clark-Floyd Counties Convention and Tourism Bureau
315 Southern Indiana Avenue
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812-280-5566 or 800-552-3842
tourism@sunnysideoflouisville.org
Harrison County
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Downtown Corydon Historic Shopping District
Corydon, IN 47112
888-738-2137
Quaint storefronts surrounding the Corydon Capitol State Historic Site make downtown historic Corydon a shopper's delight. A treasure is sure to be found whether it's antiques, crafts or collectibles you desire. Hours of operation vary by store.
Zimmerman Art Glass Factory
395 Valley Road
Corydon, IN 47112
812-738-2206
With the tools they learned to use as children, Zimmerman Art Glass carries on a family tradition that has continued through four generations. Makers of handmade glassware, Zimmerman's make 110 different pieces such as paperweights, fruit and holiday ornaments. Visitors can watch a first hand demonstration of off-hand glassmaking.
Squire Boone Caverns
100 Squire Boone Road
Mauckport, IN 47142
812-732-4381
Explore caverns discovered in 1790 by Squire and Daniel Boone, plus a pioneer village featuring soap making, candle dipping, gemstone mining and a candy factory.
Buffalo
Trace Park
1540 U.S. Highway 150
Palmyra, IN 47164
812-364-6112
www.harrisoncoparks.com/BTP.html
Buffalo Trace Park is a 147 acre park that features a 30 acre manmade lake for swimming and fishing, camping, canoe rental, paddle boat rental, lighted walking trail, petting zoo, and much more.
Corydon Capitol State Historic Sites
126 East Walnut Street
Corydon, IN 47112
812-738-4890
www.indianamuseum.org/sites/cory.html
The Corydon State Historic Site commemorates the history of Indiana's first state capitol.
Harrison County Convention and Visitors Bureau
310 North Elm Street
Corydon, IN 47112
812-738-2138 or 888-738-2137
Jackson County
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Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge
12985 East U.S. Hwy 50
Seymour, IN 47274
812-522-4352 or 800-877-8339 (Federal Relay)
www.fws.gov/midwest/muscatatuck/
The 7,800-acre national wildlife refuge land and waters are protected and managed for wildlife and its habitat with a special emphasis on waterfowl, migratory birds, and endangered species. Open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.
Jackson
- Washington State Forest/Skyline Drive
1278 East State Road 250
Brownstown, IN 47220
812-358-2160
www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/4820.htm
Situated two miles from U. S. Hwy. 50, the forestry, which encompasses more than 7,000 acres in Jackson County, is part of the knobs topographical region of Southern Indiana and offers scenic views from Skyline Drive and other vistas, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and horseback riding.
Starve
Hollow State Recreation Area
4345 South County Road 275 West
Vallonia, IN 47281
812-358-3464
www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/4819.htm
Starve Hollow is located 4.5 miles from U.S. Hwy. 50 near the location of Jackson County’s oldest community, Fort Vallonia. It was constructed in 1938 and offers a 145 acre lake, fishing, camping, hiking, swimming, and fun.
Seymour’s Historic Downtown District
Downtown Seymour, IN
812-522-3681
Contact: Greater Seymour Chamber of Commerce
The historic downtown district of Seymour, which was founded in 1852 and grew up at the intersection of two crossing railroads, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and includes architecturally significant sites such as the Farmers Club, Southern Indiana Railroad Freighthouse, Presbyterian Church, Carnegie library, as well as the site of the world’s first train robbery.
Brownstown’s Historic Downtown
Downtown Browntown, IN
Contact: Brownstown Chamber of Commerce
Centrally located within Jackson County, Brownstown, the county seat, is also home to the Ball Memorial Museum, Ketchum Pioneer Village, Marion - Kay Spices Home Office, Jackson County Historical Society, and Jackson County Genealogical Society.
Medora, Bell Ford, and
Shieldstown Covered Bridges
Jackson County, IN
Contact: Jackson County Visitor Center
As you travel U.S. Hwy. 50 in Jackson County, you will be passing near the sites
of three covered bridges-Bell Ford (1869) was believed to be the only Post-truss
covered bridge remaining in the world; Shieldstown (1876), which uses a multiple
King Post design with a Burr Arch Truss system; and Medora (1875), the longest historic covered bridge in the U.S.
The Medora Covered Bridge has recently been restored and is open to
pedestrian and bicycle traffic. For more information, visit medoracoveredbridge.com
Jackson County Visitor Center
100 North Broadway Street
Seymour, IN 47274
812-524-1914 or 888-524-1914
Jennings County
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Downtown
North Vernon and the Historic Park Theater
25 Madison Ave
North Vernon, IN 47265
812-346-0330
At the turn of the century, North Vernon’s railroad system represented the sixth largest railway center with more than 100 trains arriving and departing daily. Visit the Historic Park Theater, a restored 1916 movie house, now home to movies, live entertainment, and festivals.
B & O
Depot and Caboose
44 Short Street
North Vernon, IN 47265
812-346-2339
Contact: Jennings County Chamber of Commerce
The depot and caboose, which are dedicated as a memorial for all those who worked on the railroad, are featured during the Railroad Days festival the second week in June.
Big Oaks
National Wildlife Refuge
1661 West JPG Niblo Road
Madison, IN 47250
812-273-0783
Located in a former U.S. Army proving ground, Big Oaks is the largest National Wildlife Refuge in Indiana. Visitors must go through a safety briefing before entering the refuge. With its limited human access through the years, nature has been well preserved for the wildlife. Hunting and fishing are permitted with valid licensing and an access permit into the refuge.
Historic Vernon
Vernon, IN
Contact: Jennings County Visitors Center
Situated two miles from U.S. Hwy. 50, the historic town of Vernon, which is listed in its entirety on the National Register of Historic Places, is the site of the John Hunt Morgan Trail and was an active participant in the Underground Railroad.
Muscatatuck Park/Walnut Grove One Room School
325 North State Highway 3 & 7
North Vernon, 47265
812-346-2953 or 800-928-3667
Enjoy amenities such as camping, fishing, hiking and mountain-biking trails, basketball and sand volleyball courts, soccer, baseball, and open fields, playground and picnic areas, shelters, wildlife marshes, and bouldering and climbing. The Walnut Grove School is restored to the 1913-1925 time frame and is open for tours.
Hayden
Historical Museum
6715 West County Road 20 South
North Vernon, 47265
812-346-8212
The building was donated by former Indiana Governor Edgar Whitcomb and his family opened in 1993, the museum features historically themed rooms such as a typical Indiana kitchen in 1939 and Whitcomb’s Governor’s Office.
Jennings County Visitors Center
325 North State Highway 7
North Vernon, IN 47265
812-346-4865 or 800-928-3667
Knox County
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George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
401 South Second Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-882-1776
George Rogers Clark’s conquest of the Old Northwest Territory is the theme of this national historical park. See the largest memorial outside Washington, D.C.!
Grouseland
3 West Scott Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-882-2096
Home of William Henry Harrison, first governor of the Indiana Territory and ninth president of the United States. Tour the beautifully restored 1803 mansion.
Vincennes State Historic Sites
1 West Harrison Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-882-7422
www.indianamuseum.org/sites/vinc.html
Where Indiana began! Tours of the first college, first capitol, first print shop, and more replicate frontier life from 1800-1813.
Old
Cathedral Complex
205 Church Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-882-5638 or 800-886-6443
www.vincennescvb.org/attractions/16/historic/44/old-cathedral-complex
Historic Cathedral and French and Indian cemetery. See Indiana’s oldest library, founded in 1794, featuring 15th – 19th century books.
Old
French House & Indian Museum
509 North 1st Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-882-7742 or 800-886-6443
www.vincennescvb.org/attractions/16/historic/46/old-french-house-indian-museum
Home of fur trader Michell Brouillet, built in 1806. Great example of French Creole architecture.
Indiana
Military Museum
2074 North Old Bruceville Road
Vincennes, IN 47519
812-882-8668
Military memorabilia from the Civil War to Desert Storm, featuring vintage tanks, aircraft, and more!
Vincennes/Knox County Convention & Visitor Bureau
779 South Sixth Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
812-886-0400 or 800-886-6443
Lawrence County
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Courthouse and Historic Downtown
Downtown Bedford, IN
812-275-4120
Located on U.S. Hwy. 50, downtown Bedford is home to the Lawrence County Courthouse and the Lawrence County Historical and Genealogical Museum of History.
Foote's Tomb
North of intersection of D Street and 16th Street (US 50) in Bedford
Contact: Lawrence County Tourism Commission
Carved out of a huge limestone boulder, the tomb marks the grave of Dr. Winthrop Foote, who owned much of this stone-laden valley and is considered the father of Bedford limestone development. The stone for Chicago’s City Hall and Court House, the Indiana State house, and Vanderbilt’s mansions in New York City came from Foote’s original Blue Hole Quarry near this spot in Bedford.
Otis
Park and Pine Hall
607 Tunnelton Road
Bedford, IN 47421
Golf Course: 812-279-9092
Parks Department: 812-275-5692
Otis Park, located just off U.S. Hwy. 50 on Tunnelton Road, is home to a golf course, Pine Hall, and the Bandshell. This property is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Bluespring Caverns
1459 Bluespring Caverns Road
Bedford, IN 47421
812-279-9471
Situated two miles off U.S. Hwy. 50, Bluespring Caverns is the Nation’s Longest Underground River and is open April through October.
Greenhill Cemetery
1202 18th Street
Bedford, IN 47421
812-275-5110
Greenhill Cemetery is a wonderful example of early limestone carving. Walking tours of the cemetery are available.
Zahn
Historic District
Bedford, IN
Contact: Lawrence County Tourism Commission
The Zahn Historic District, located between 17th and 20th Street on “I” and “J” Streets in Bedford, is home to St. Vincent’s Catholic Church, which is made out of Lawrence County limestone.
Leesville
Leesville, IN
Contact: Lawrence County Tourism Commission
A short distance south of U. S. Hwy. 50, Leesville is home to some of the early settlers of Lawrence County.
Lawrence County Museum of History
929 15th Street
Bedford, IN 47421
The museum is housed in the 100 year old Hamer-Smith building at 929 15th Street in Bedford, Indiana. The Lawrence County Museum of History is home to many interesting artifacts that showcase the history and heritage of Lawrence County. You will find the gallery cases arranged thematically with collections focusing on military history, antique clothing, school history, and many other topics.
Lawrence County Tourism Commission
533 West Main Street
Mitchell, IN 47446
812-849-1090 or 800-798-0769
Martin County
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Jug Rock
U.S. Hwy 50
Shoals, IN 47581
Contact: Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Just off U.S. Hwy 50 at Shoals stands the incredible natural geological sandstone formation, Jug Rock. The formation, which is 60 feet high with a 20-foot diameter base, stands alone with no adjacent ledge. It is classified as one of the most puzzling formations, known as “Stands Rocks,” in the United States.
Pinnacle
Rock
U.S. Hwy 50
Shoals, IN 47581
Contact: Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Among several geological wonders which can be found on West River Road just off U.S. Hwy 50 at Shoals is the astonishingly beautiful Pinnacle Rock, a massive sandstone formation with a vertical descent of over 200 feet.
Martin
County Museum
220 Capital Avenue
Shoals, IN 47581
812-247-1133
www.martincountyhistoricalsociety.com
Located in the 1876 courthouse which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Martin County Museum is a beautiful example of turn of the century architecture and is filled with a treasure of Martin County history. Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10–4. Closed during the winter months.
Martin
State Forest
14040 Williams Road
Shoals, IN 47581
812-247-3491
www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/4822.htm
Scenic rugged hills and vistas can be found at the Martin State Forest. Facilities include a primitive campground, picnic areas and shelter houses, hiking trails, mountain bike trail, fishing, fire tower, and arboretum for tree identification.
Hindostan Falls
Hindostan Falls, IN
Contact: Martin County Chamber of Commercee
Located on the White River, Hindostan Falls was once the site of an 1800s community and pioneer courthouse. A grist mill was once located on a large flat rock at the base of the 10-foot falls. Today, Hindostan Falls is a public fishing and picnic area located on SR 550 just four miles east of Loogootee.
Overlook
Park
Shoals, IN
Contact: Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Situated 1.2 miles west of Shoals at the intersection of U.S. Hwy 50 and SR 450, Overlook Park provides a scenic view of the winding White River and adjacent farms and valleys. Facilities include a shelter house, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Martin County Chamber of Commerce
210 Line Street
Loogootee, IN, 47553
812-295-4093
MCCC@martincountyindianachamberofcommerce.org
www.martincountyindianachamberofcommerce.org
Orange County
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Historic
Hotels/ French Lick Resort & Casino
8670 West State Road 56
French Lick, IN 47432
812-936-9300 or 888-936-9369
Includes the West Baden Springs Hotel and French Lick Springs Hotel, both fully restored to their early 1900s original grandeur. The two hotels offer luxury rooms, fine dining, European spas, beautiful gardens, golf, and other amenities.
Springs
Valley Trail (Formerly Tucker Lake) - Buffalo Trace
Hoosier National Forest Office
811 Constitution Avenue
Bedford, IN 47421
812-275-5987 or 866-302-4173
Multiple-use trail features scenic views of Springs Valley Lake and remnants of the Buffalo Trace, a route carved by the hooves of bison and used by Native Americans and early settlers to travel in southern Indiana.
Rise of the
Lost River – Orangeville
Orange County, Indiana
812-936-2405
Contact: French Lick Springs/West Baden Chamber of Commerce
The Lost River flows underground 22.5 miles from Orleans to Orangeville. The rise is one of the largest karsts springs found in the Midwestern United States. This spring is where the Lost River surfaces above ground and continues to flow above ground to the White River.
Quaker
Meeting Houses/Newberry and Lick Creek 1813 – Paoli
2153 W. U.S. Hwy 150
Paoli, IN, 47454
812-723-2543
The Quakers, who founded Orange County in 1811, and their religion played an important part in the lives of the settlers. They were the first denomination to hold religious services in the county.
Paoli
Historic District/Court House, 1800 Iron Bridge
1 East Court Street
Paoli, IN, 47454
812-723-2411
The Orange County Court House, circa 1850, is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture east of the Mississippi River. It is the second- oldest operating court house in Indiana. The 1800 Iron Bridge, just off the square on South Gospel Street, is one of the few examples of Cleveland Pratt bridges in existence. The open webbed floor beams are one of the bridge’s most unusual design features.
Pioneer
Mothers Memorial Forest- Cox Woods
Hoosier National Forest Office
811 Constitution Avenue
Bedford, IN 47421
812-275-5987 or 866-302-4173
This 88-acre tract is the last old-growth forest in Indiana and has been left untouched since 1816.
Visit French Lick West Baden Convention and Visitors Bureau
8291 West Beachwood Avenue
French Lick, IN 47432
812-936-3418 or 866-960-7792
info@visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com
www.visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com
Pike County
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Prides
Creek Park
1045 East County Road 400
North Petersburg, IN 47567
812-354-6798
250 acres with a 90-acre lake. Camping, fishing, swimming, tennis courts, volleyball, picnicking, and more.
Log Ends
Farm Bed & Breakfast
2769 West State Road 56
Petersburg, IN 47567
812-354-2192 or 877-LOG-ENDS (564-3637)
Log Ends is nestled on a working farm. Four guest rooms with private baths are available. An additional cabin that hosts six guests is located on the property. Stay includes hearty farm breakfast.
Pike
County Courthouse
801 East Main Street
Petersburg, IN, 47567
812-354-6369
Courthouse is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding weekends and holidays. A visit to the rotunda is worth a stop. View the larger-than-life bronze bust of hometown native and baseball legend Gil Hodges.
Hornady
Park
State Road 56
Petersburg, IN 47567
812-354-8551
Lovely city park affords shelter rentals. Do some fishing in Ashley Lake across the road from the Peter Brenton cabin or run through the new spray park.
Pike County Chamber of Commerce
714 East Main Street
Petersburg, IN 47567
812-354-8155
Ripley County
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Versailles State Park
U.S. Highway 50
Versailles, IN 47042
812- 689-6424
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2963.htm
Enjoy the beauty of Versailles State Park located on U.S. Hwy. 50 - hike, horseback ride, swim, camp, bike, fish, or relax during the annual Bluegrass Festival.
Milan
’54 Basketball Museum (inspiration for the movie “Hoosiers”) Milan
201 West Carr Street
Milan, IN 47031
812-654-2772
Come and relive the exciting moments of the Milan ’54 Basketball State Championship Game and find out why the story inspired the movie “Hoosiers” at the ’54 Basketball Museum, five miles north of U.S. Hwy. 50.
Busching
Covered Bridge
Contact: Ripley County Tourism Bureau
Drive back into time and enjoy the view of Laughery Creek as you go over the 1885 Busching Covered Bridge, just off U.S. Hwy. 50 near the Versailles State Park entrance.
Otter Creek
Covered Bridge (near Holton)
Contact: Ripley County Tourism Bureau
Less than two miles north of U.S. Hwy. 50 on Co. RD. 850W near Holton, you’ll find the Otter Creek Covered Bridge, a great setting for relaxation and a picnic.
Big Oaks
National Wildlife Refuge
1661 West JPG Niblo Road
Madison, IN 47250
812-273-0783 or 800-877-8339
Located 16 miles south of U.S. Hwy. 50 on U.S.421 on the site of the former Jefferson Proving Grounds, the Refuge is a great place to enjoy hunting or observing wildlife. This site continues into Jennings County.
Tyson
Temple United Methodist Church
324 West Tyson Street
Versailles, IN 47042
812-689-6976
Situated two blocks north of U.S. Hwy. 50, the Tyson Temple United Methodist Church, dedicated in 1937, is truly a unique church built of materials from around the world, with no nails except those in the pews.
Ripley County Tourism Bureau
102 North Main Street
Versailles, IN 47042
812-689-7431 or 888-747-5394
Washington County
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Old Mill
Canoe Rental & Wildlife Museum
45 West U.S. Hwy 150
Fredericksburg, IN 47120
812-472-3140
Enjoy one-and two-day trips along the Blue River. Longer trips are available. Canoe and kayaks are available for rental.
Vinetree
Farm Estate Winery
8343 West Hardinsburg Road
Hardinsburg, IN 47125
812-472-3580
A farm of a different color…red or white. See for yourself what fine wines are made from Indiana-grown grapes. Complimentary wine tasting, gift shop with gallery of watercolor paintings, outdoor seating, and tours on request.
Washington County Tourism Bureau
210 East Market Street Suite 104
Salem, IN 47167
812-883-4303
