In honor of Presidents’ Day, here is a list of four United States Presidents that visited Vincennes with a bit of background about each president’s connection to our city and county. Before President William Henry Harrison became 9th U. S. President in 1841, he was appointed secretary for the Northwest Territory in 1798 by President John …
It’s time to take advantage of your paid time off and make plans on how you will spend it! “National Plan for Vacation Day” is coming up on Tuesday, January 26 and while you are dreaming up ideas, we are here to offer inspiration on how to spend your vacation. Legends & Laughter Tour DAY …
Plan a day to “Relive the Story” of Indiana’s Territorial Past in Knox County. Tour our showcase of historic sites, be awed at the Indiana Military Museum, laugh at the Red Skelton Museum and enjoy the bonus of farm markets filled some of the Midwest’s finest summer produce! Plan your itinerary using the list below. …
Staying at home might not be the most ideal situation for some people, but we’re choosing to focus on all the positive things you can do while you’re home during the COVID-19 pandemic! Check out this list of 10 things you can do while staying home! If you’re currently working from home, or have kids …
Help us welcome the month of March with some great events in Knox County! Get out and experience a day of free musical entertainment at the Annual “Old Post Bluegrass Jam” on Sunday, March 1 at the Jefferson Union Student Center located at 1379 N. Chestnut Street on the Vincennes University campus. The doors open …
In honor of President’s Day, we’ve put together a list of different Presidents that have visited Knox County. William Henry Harrison was governor of the Indiana Territory and later the 9th U.S. President. His home, Grouseland, remains open to the public in Vincennes. It’s said that President Abraham Lincoln stayed in two different homes in Vincennes around …
We invite you to “Relive the Story” of Indiana’s Territorial Past. The area’s significant history presents a unique glance into the past through its showcase of historical sites. We’ve put together a list of all the historical tours available for visitors and local residents to take advantage of! Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy 1 …
It’s the middle of January, but there are still plenty of winter activities to enjoy in Knox County! Visit 1972 for laser tag, video games, rock climbing, foot darts, and more! Admission is charged. Bundle up and take a stroll on the grounds of the George Rogers Clark NHP and Riverwalk or take a hike …
The New Year is less than a week away, and many of us have indulged during the holidays and might be reevaluating some life choices. New Year’s resolutions are the perfect opportunity to start making changes in your life! We’ve put together a list of some common New Year’s resolutions with ways you can implement …
One of our most frequently asked questions by visitors is where to find local souvenirs, so we decided to help by compiling a list of all the places in Vincennes/Knox County that you can find them! George Rogers Clark National Historical Park GRC pins, patches, postcards, mugs, magnets. Grouseland, President William Henry Harrison Mansion Postcards, …
of Vincennes and Knox County with a glimpse of history at every turn.
