Here at the Vincennes/Knox County Visitors & Tourism Bureau, we understand that not everyone can take a multi-day trip; sometimes a quick weekend trip is all that you can do. Below is a tentative itinerary of how to live like a local in Vincennes for 48 hours.
Explore the unexplained during a ghost investigation at Fort Knox II. Join Friday Night Paranormal – a paranormal investigation team – to see what mysterious happenings can be discovered while also learning about the history of the historic fort. Registration is required by Oct. 15. This program takes place at Fort Knox II, 3090 N. Old Fort Knox Road, Vincennes, and is recommended for ages 15+.
Price: $15/person, 25% discount for members
(812) 882-7422
The fall season is in full swing and the VTB calendar is full of events! Here is what is going on this weekend…
The Knox County Public Library is hosting its third annual Homecoming Party on the Porch. There will be yearbooks to peruse, a Homecoming Through the Decades display created by the library staff and artwork by Vincennes Native William Green Jr. on display. The researchers at the McGrady Brockman House will also be providing tours of the American Gothic style home, and assisting visitors with genealogical research.
From noon until 2 pm Dennis Stroughmat and his band, L’Esprit Creole, will be playing on the front porch of the McGrady Brockman House–playing the music of the French speaking areas of the Ozarks and Midwest.
That evening, Cynthia Frederick and Ann Hecht will e giving a presentation about “Life in Vincennes in 1960” for the Lincoln High School Class of 1960.
This weekend is packed full of activities! From Friday night to Sunday afternoon there will be no shortage of things to do in Vincennes.
Learn about all of the Labor Day festivities happening locally this weekend, while also reflecting back on the history of the holiday.
of Vincennes and Knox County with a glimpse of history at every turn.
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