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.
The Gathering Place – Union County Museum & History Center
Listed in Museum
313 S Main St, Anna, IL 62906, Anna, Illinois 62906
The Gathering Place preserves the history of Union County through museum exhibits, genealogy resources, photographs, and local artifacts. It's an excellent stop for anyone interested in southern Illinois history, family research, and discovering the stories behind the region's communities.
Post Oak Nature Trail
Listed in Hiking area
460 Giant City Lodge Rd, Makanda, IL 62958, Makanda, Illinois 62958
The Post Oak Nature Trail is an easy 1/3-mile partially paved loop in Giant City State Park. Featuring woodland wildflowers, bluff-top overlooks, and accessible pathways, it's an excellent hike for families, casual walkers, and anyone wanting to experience southern Illinois' natural beauty.
Mound City IC Depot
Listed in Civil War, Civil War Trails, Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway, Railroad Depot, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
306 Central St, Mound City, Illinois 62963
The Illinois Central Railroad Depot preserves Mound City's rich railroad heritage. Once serving passengers and freight, it helped connect this important Civil War river town with communities across the Midwest while supporting commerce, transportation, and regional growth.
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.
The Gathering Place – Union County Museum & History Center
Listed in Museum
313 S Main St, Anna, IL 62906, Anna, Illinois 62906
The Gathering Place preserves the history of Union County through museum exhibits, genealogy resources, photographs, and local artifacts. It's an excellent stop for anyone interested in southern Illinois history, family research, and discovering the stories behind the region's communities.
Post Oak Nature Trail
Listed in Hiking area
460 Giant City Lodge Rd, Makanda, IL 62958, Makanda, Illinois 62958
The Post Oak Nature Trail is an easy 1/3-mile partially paved loop in Giant City State Park. Featuring woodland wildflowers, bluff-top overlooks, and accessible pathways, it's an excellent hike for families, casual walkers, and anyone wanting to experience southern Illinois' natural beauty.
Mound City IC Depot
Listed in Civil War, Civil War Trails, Historical landmark, Ohio River Scenic Byway, Railroad Depot, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
306 Central St, Mound City, Illinois 62963
The Illinois Central Railroad Depot preserves Mound City's rich railroad heritage. Once serving passengers and freight, it helped connect this important Civil War river town with communities across the Midwest while supporting commerce, transportation, and regional growth.
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