December 16, 2023
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1:00 pm
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3:00 pm
On December 16, 2023, park staff and volunteers will offer visitors the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of British Lt. Governor Henry Hamilton and his soldiers as they made their march to Vincennes in 1778. Their journey to Fort Sackville challenged the soldiers with uncertain weather conditions, ice-choked rivers, and constant fear of ambush. After a long grueling march, Hamilton and his men arrived in Vincennes on December 17, 1778. The British would hold the fort for over two months before Clark launched his “winter surprise” to retake the region.
The march will begin at the park’s visitor center at 1:00pm, at which point visitors will carpool to Kimmell Park (the spot believed to be where Hamilton’s men disembarked from their boats.). Visitors will then hike the approximate 2 miles back to the Clark Memorial. Along the way, Chief Ranger Joe Herron will share the story of the British march and the difficult journey that lay ahead for those men. Please wear comfortable shoes and seasonally appropriate clothing for a two mile hike.
There is no charge for the program, but we ask that those planning to attend register. To register for the event or for more information please contact park staff at 812.882.1776, ext. 1210.
September 9, 2023
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11:00 am
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4:00 pm
Three Forts Day has been rescheduled for September 9 from 11 am to 4 pm. Learn how kids lived in Vincennes from the early French, American Revolution, and War of 1812 periods. Musket demonstrations will also be held.
Kids between ages 5 and 14, will receive a Junior Ranger patch for attending their first program or a commemorative badge for their second program. For questions about these events please reach out to rangers by calling (812) 882-1776 or email at GERO_Ranger_Activities@nps.gov. To learn more and get updates on future park events visit nps.gov/gero or facebook.com/GeorgeRogersClarkNationalHistoricalPark .
August 26, 2023
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1:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Natural Resource Day will be from 1 to 4 pm on August 26. Although set aside as a historical park in 1966, the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park still provides a green space to the community. Kids will be able to connect with the natural resources with activities like track molds, owl pellet dissection, water testing, and tree identification.
Kids between ages 5 and 14, will receive a Junior Ranger patch for attending their first program or a commemorative badge for their second program. For questions about these events please reach out to rangers by calling (812) 882-1776 or email at GERO_Ranger_Activities@nps.gov. To learn more and get updates on future park events visit nps.gov/gero or facebook.com/GeorgeRogersClarkNationalHistoricalPark .
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