Grouseland – Home of William Henry Harrison
3 W Scott St, Vincennes, Indiana 47591
Built in 1804, Grouseland was the home of Indiana Territorial Governor and future President William Henry Harrison. This National Historic Landmark offers guided tours exploring frontier politics, diplomacy, military history, and life in the early American Northwest.
Knox County Veteran Memorial Park
At the corner of 7th and, Broadway St, Vincennes, IN 47591, Vincennes, Indiana 47591
The Knox County Veterans Memorial Park honors local veterans from the Civil War through modern military service. Located in historic Vincennes, it provides a peaceful setting to remember generations of men and women who served the United States.
Isaac Knight Memorial
Listed in Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway
4824 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, Indiana 47715
The Isaac Knight Memorial marks the original gravesite of frontier pioneer Isaac Knight, who survived more than two years in captivity after his 1793 capture. His remarkable journey remains one of the Ohio River Valley's most compelling early pioneer stories.
Dearborn County Historical Society
Listed in Local history museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
508 W High St, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House, the Dearborn County Historical Society preserves southeastern Indiana's history through exhibits, genealogy resources, historic buildings, and educational programs, making it an excellent stop for anyone exploring Lawrenceburg and the Ohio River region.
Switzerland County Tourism Visitor Center
128 W Main St, Vevay, Indiana 47043
The Switzerland County Tourism Visitor Center is the perfect starting point for exploring Vevay and southeastern Indiana. Pick up maps, travel guides, and local recommendations before discovering historic sites, wineries, museums, scenic drives, and beautiful views along the Ohio River.
Ohio County Historical Society Museum
Listed in Museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
212 S Walnut St, Rising Sun, Indiana 47040
The Ohio County Historical Society Museum preserves the history of Rising Sun and Indiana's smallest county through local artifacts, historic exhibits, and the famous HOOSIER BOY racing boat, all housed inside a beautifully restored nineteenth-century factory.
Jefferson County Historical Village
1411 N 27th St, Mt Vernon, Illinois 62864
The Jefferson County Historical Village preserves southern Illinois history through restored buildings, period furnishings, and educational exhibits. Visitors can explore pioneer life, early schools, churches, and homes while discovering the heritage that shaped Jefferson County and Mount Vernon.
Historic Rose Hill Neighborhood
402 W Market St, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
The Historic Rose Hill Neighborhood features beautifully preserved homes, tree-lined streets, and rich architectural heritage. Located near downtown Jeffersonville, it offers visitors a chance to explore one of the city's oldest residential neighborhoods and experience its Ohio River history.
Harrison County Discovery Center
Listed in Museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
233 N Capitol Ave, Corydon, Indiana 47112
The Harrison County Discovery Center introduces visitors to the history, geology, wildlife, and archaeology of southern Indiana. Interactive exhibits make it an excellent first stop before exploring Corydon, Indiana's first state capital, and the county's many natural attractions.
Constitution Elm Stump
Listed in Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway
200 W High St, Corydon, Indiana 47112
The Constitution Elm Stump marks the spot where Indiana's first constitution was drafted beneath a large elm tree in 1816. Preserved at Corydon Capitol State Historic Site, it commemorates the birthplace of Indiana's state government.
Grouseland – Home of William Henry Harrison
3 W Scott St, Vincennes, Indiana 47591
Built in 1804, Grouseland was the home of Indiana Territorial Governor and future President William Henry Harrison. This National Historic Landmark offers guided tours exploring frontier politics, diplomacy, military history, and life in the early American Northwest.
Knox County Veteran Memorial Park
At the corner of 7th and, Broadway St, Vincennes, IN 47591, Vincennes, Indiana 47591
The Knox County Veterans Memorial Park honors local veterans from the Civil War through modern military service. Located in historic Vincennes, it provides a peaceful setting to remember generations of men and women who served the United States.
Isaac Knight Memorial
Listed in Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway
4824 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, Indiana 47715
The Isaac Knight Memorial marks the original gravesite of frontier pioneer Isaac Knight, who survived more than two years in captivity after his 1793 capture. His remarkable journey remains one of the Ohio River Valley's most compelling early pioneer stories.
Dearborn County Historical Society
Listed in Local history museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
508 W High St, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House, the Dearborn County Historical Society preserves southeastern Indiana's history through exhibits, genealogy resources, historic buildings, and educational programs, making it an excellent stop for anyone exploring Lawrenceburg and the Ohio River region.
Switzerland County Tourism Visitor Center
128 W Main St, Vevay, Indiana 47043
The Switzerland County Tourism Visitor Center is the perfect starting point for exploring Vevay and southeastern Indiana. Pick up maps, travel guides, and local recommendations before discovering historic sites, wineries, museums, scenic drives, and beautiful views along the Ohio River.
Ohio County Historical Society Museum
Listed in Museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
212 S Walnut St, Rising Sun, Indiana 47040
The Ohio County Historical Society Museum preserves the history of Rising Sun and Indiana's smallest county through local artifacts, historic exhibits, and the famous HOOSIER BOY racing boat, all housed inside a beautifully restored nineteenth-century factory.
Jefferson County Historical Village
1411 N 27th St, Mt Vernon, Illinois 62864
The Jefferson County Historical Village preserves southern Illinois history through restored buildings, period furnishings, and educational exhibits. Visitors can explore pioneer life, early schools, churches, and homes while discovering the heritage that shaped Jefferson County and Mount Vernon.
Historic Rose Hill Neighborhood
402 W Market St, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
The Historic Rose Hill Neighborhood features beautifully preserved homes, tree-lined streets, and rich architectural heritage. Located near downtown Jeffersonville, it offers visitors a chance to explore one of the city's oldest residential neighborhoods and experience its Ohio River history.
Harrison County Discovery Center
Listed in Museum, Ohio River Scenic Byway
233 N Capitol Ave, Corydon, Indiana 47112
The Harrison County Discovery Center introduces visitors to the history, geology, wildlife, and archaeology of southern Indiana. Interactive exhibits make it an excellent first stop before exploring Corydon, Indiana's first state capital, and the county's many natural attractions.
Constitution Elm Stump
Listed in Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway
200 W High St, Corydon, Indiana 47112
The Constitution Elm Stump marks the spot where Indiana's first constitution was drafted beneath a large elm tree in 1816. Preserved at Corydon Capitol State Historic Site, it commemorates the birthplace of Indiana's state government.
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