History Adventure Day: The Final Frontier (ages 8-12)
In this all-things-space program, students will watch a short presentation on the history of space exploration followed by fun crafts, games, and activities. The program culminates with students making and launching their own rockets. This program will take place at the Fort Knox II Site, 3090 Old Fort Knox Road.
(812) 882-7422
Vincennes native, Alice Terry, in The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Also starring Rudolph Valentino.
Film, discussion, and a short presentation about Alice Terry.
According to a review from IMDB.com: Julio Madariaga is the Argentine patriarch of a wealthy family. He has two daughters, the elder wed to a Frenchman and the other to a German. He prefers the Frenchman and his family, especially his grandson Julio, causing jealousy from the German and his three sons. When Madariaga dies, the family splits up, each son-in-law returning to his own country. The Frenchman and his own move to Paris, where Julio becomes an artist and has an affair with an unhappily married woman, lovely Marguerite Laurier. Her husband finds out, but before he can finalize a divorce, World War One rears its head and both sides of the family will endure great suffering in the conflict, especially since they must fight one another on the battlefield.
$10.00 per person. Sign up at Vincennes – Indiana State Museum (indianamuseum.org) or pay at the door.
For more information or to look at pictures see: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0012190/?ref_=tt_mv_close
Call Jon Mays @ 812.882.7422 for more information.
Presented by the Vincennes State Historic Sites
The registration deadline is June 24th.
(812) 882-7422
As the temperatures rise so have the number of events happening in Knox County. Farm stands and markets are opening up, local concerts, and productions are all happening more and more often. This weekend though is perfect for those who love the arts! Keep reading to discover what’s happening this weekend in Knox County.
Experience the American Revolution at a Living History Event!
This US revolutionary war reenactment offers all the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the 18th century. Reenactors bring history to life during this unforgettable weekend.
Authentic battle enactments are held several times during the event. Food from the era is prepared over open fires and merchant tents offer 18th-century wares. All-day entertainment includes period music, children’s games, storytellers, oxen demonstrations, and more.
The Rotary Young Leaders Club of Vincennes is hosting its second half marathon in Indiana’s first city! With the goal of promoting a healthy lifestyle within Knox County and surrounding cities whilst also raising funds for local charities and organizations within the community, the Historical Half Marathon will highlight many of the first city’s historic landmarks not only by having participants move past them but also through auditory listening devices.
There will also be a 5K and a Kids Fun Run for people to participate in.
For more information about the Half Marathon and/or to register, click HERE.
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy (RSM) invites visitors to explore the stories of Black Hoosiers who broke ground for their community and paved a path for future generations while making contributions to Indiana. Exhibits and events will include a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS). The exhibit, “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers,” will be open to the public February 28 – March 26, 2023, during regular museum hours, at Red Skelton Museum, located at 20 Red Skelton Blvd. in Vincennes, IN.
In Addition to the IHS exhibit, the RSM will showcase “Red Skelton’s Groundbreaking Black Entertainers” from February 14 – April 2, 2023, which will present the history of black entertainment by way of Red Skelton’s stage, movie, and television career. Red Skelton has appeared with many groundbreaking black entertainers from his early-stage years to his television show. These include: Bill Robinson, Mills Brothers, Leana Horne, Mahalia Jackson, Supremes, and others. Movie clips and photos from the television archives are on display.
The Red Skelton Museum will offer free admission on Sunday, March 5th and will host a special program on Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County from 1-3 PM.
Although the stories in “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” are far from an encyclopedic look at Black excellence or accomplishment, they present a compelling example of the important role Black people have played in Hoosier history, a role that has too often been erased.
Here is a glimpse at some of the people highlighted in this exhibit:
“Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” is made possible by a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
For more information or to plan your visit, call 812-888-4184 or visit RedSkeltonMuseum.org
The museum will have special episodes on YouTube featuring black entertainers every Tuesday. Go to the Red Skelton Museum site on YouTube or find the link on the museum’s Facebook page.
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy (RSM) invites visitors to explore the stories of Black Hoosiers who broke ground for their community and paved a path for future generations while making contributions to Indiana. Exhibits and events will include a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS). The exhibit, “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers,” will be open to the public February 28 – March 26, 2023, during regular museum hours, at Red Skelton Museum, located at 20 Red Skelton Blvd. in Vincennes, IN.
In Addition to the IHS exhibit, the RSM will showcase “Red Skelton’s Groundbreaking Black Entertainers” from February 14 – April 2, 2023, which will present the history of black entertainment by way of Red Skelton’s stage, movie, and television career. Red Skelton has appeared with many groundbreaking black entertainers from his early-stage years to his television show. These include: Bill Robinson, Mills Brothers, Leana Horne, Mahalia Jackson, Supremes, and others. Movie clips and photos from the television archives are on display.
The Red Skelton Museum will offer free admission on Sunday, March 5th and will host a special program on Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County from 1-3 PM.
Although the stories in “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” are far from an encyclopedic look at Black excellence or accomplishment, they present a compelling example of the important role Black people have played in Hoosier history, a role that has too often been erased.
Here is a glimpse at some of the people highlighted in this exhibit:
“Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” is made possible by a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
For more information or to plan your visit, call 812-888-4184 or visit RedSkeltonMuseum.org
The museum will have special episodes on YouTube featuring black entertainers every Tuesday. Go to the Red Skelton Museum site on YouTube or find the link on the museum’s Facebook page.
This WWI Living History event features hundreds of World War One artifacts on exhibit including artillery, vehicles and living history displays. Battles will be re-enacted both days with representatives of Allied and German troops.
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy (RSM) invites visitors to explore the stories of Black Hoosiers who broke ground for their community and paved a path for future generations while making contributions to Indiana. Exhibits and events will include a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS). The exhibit, “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers,” will be open to the public February 28 – March 26, 2023, during regular museum hours, at Red Skelton Museum, located at 20 Red Skelton Blvd. in Vincennes, IN.
In Addition to the IHS exhibit, the RSM will showcase “Red Skelton’s Groundbreaking Black Entertainers” from February 14 – April 2, 2023, which will present the history of black entertainment by way of Red Skelton’s stage, movie, and television career. Red Skelton has appeared with many groundbreaking black entertainers from his early-stage years to his television show. These include: Bill Robinson, Mills Brothers, Leana Horne, Mahalia Jackson, Supremes, and others. Movie clips and photos from the television archives are on display.
The Red Skelton Museum will offer free admission on Sunday, March 5th and will host a special program on Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County from 1-3 PM.
Although the stories in “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” are far from an encyclopedic look at Black excellence or accomplishment, they present a compelling example of the important role Black people have played in Hoosier history, a role that has too often been erased.
Here is a glimpse at some of the people highlighted in this exhibit:
“Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” is made possible by a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
For more information or to plan your visit, call 812-888-4184 or visit RedSkeltonMuseum.org
The museum will have special episodes on YouTube featuring black entertainers every Tuesday. Go to the Red Skelton Museum site on YouTube or find the link on the museum’s Facebook page.
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy (RSM) invites visitors to explore the stories of Black Hoosiers who broke ground for their community and paved a path for future generations while making contributions to Indiana. Exhibits and events will include a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS). The exhibit, “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers,” will be open to the public February 28 – March 26, 2023, during regular museum hours, at Red Skelton Museum, located at 20 Red Skelton Blvd. in Vincennes, IN.
In Addition to the IHS exhibit, the RSM will showcase “Red Skelton’s Groundbreaking Black Entertainers” from February 14 – April 2, 2023, which will present the history of black entertainment by way of Red Skelton’s stage, movie, and television career. Red Skelton has appeared with many groundbreaking black entertainers from his early-stage years to his television show. These include: Bill Robinson, Mills Brothers, Leana Horne, Mahalia Jackson, Supremes, and others. Movie clips and photos from the television archives are on display.
The Red Skelton Museum will offer free admission on Sunday, March 5th and will host a special program on Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County from 1-3 PM.
Although the stories in “Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” are far from an encyclopedic look at Black excellence or accomplishment, they present a compelling example of the important role Black people have played in Hoosier history, a role that has too often been erased.
Here is a glimpse at some of the people highlighted in this exhibit:
“Groundbreaking Black Hoosiers” is made possible by a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
For more information or to plan your visit, call 812-888-4184 or visit RedSkeltonMuseum.org
The museum will have special episodes on YouTube featuring black entertainers every Tuesday. Go to the Red Skelton Museum site on YouTube or find the link on the museum’s Facebook page.
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