1937 Ohio River Flood High-Water Mark
199 West Water Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620
This high-water marker shows the level reached by the historic 1937 Ohio River Flood in downtown Mount Vernon. It offers a powerful reminder of one of the region's greatest natural disasters and the resilience of the community that rebuilt after the waters receded.
Andersonville National Historic Site
760 POW Rd, Andersonville, Georgia 31711
Andersonville National Historic Site offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the Midwest will find this...
Angel Mounds State Historic Site
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Ohio River Scenic Byway, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
8215 Pollack Ave, Evansville, Indiana 47715
Explore a remarkable Mississippian archaeological site, with earthen mounds, trails, and exhibits that illuminate the Indigenous history of the Ohio River Valley.
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
5693-5447 IL-146, Jonesboro, Illinois 62952
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the...
Bald Knob Cross of Peace | Alto Pass, Illinois
3630 Bald Knob Rd, Alto Pass, Illinois 62905
A towering landmark above the Shawnee Hills, the Bald Knob Cross of Peace offers expansive views and a quiet place for reflection near Alto Pass.
Bardstown Kentucky
105 Court Square, Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
Bardstown blends Kentucky history, handsome architecture, bourbon-country heritage, museums, historic churches, and a walkable downtown into one of the state’s most appealing small-town visits.
Battle of Belmont
MO-80, Charleston, Missouri 63834
Battle of Belmont offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the Midwest will find this site...
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears
Listed in Historical place, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
Upper River Rd., Smithland, Kentucky 42081
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and...
Blythe Ferry: Trail of Tears
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
6630-6615 Blythe Ferry Ln, Birchwood, Tennessee 37308
Blythe Ferry is one of the most significant Trail of Tears sites in Tennessee. Thousands of Cherokee crossed the Tennessee River here during their forced removal, making it an essential stop for those seeking to understand the route's history.
Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
Listed in Historical place, Native American Heritage Sites, State park, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
113 Bollinger Mill Rd, Burfordville, Missouri 63739
Explore a four-story, water-powered gristmill built in 1867 and Missouri's oldest covered bridge at this memorable Whitewater River historic site in Burfordville.
1937 Ohio River Flood High-Water Mark
199 West Water Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620
This high-water marker shows the level reached by the historic 1937 Ohio River Flood in downtown Mount Vernon. It offers a powerful reminder of one of the region's greatest natural disasters and the resilience of the community that rebuilt after the waters receded.
Andersonville National Historic Site
760 POW Rd, Andersonville, Georgia 31711
Andersonville National Historic Site offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the Midwest will find this...
Angel Mounds State Historic Site
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Ohio River Scenic Byway, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
8215 Pollack Ave, Evansville, Indiana 47715
Explore a remarkable Mississippian archaeological site, with earthen mounds, trails, and exhibits that illuminate the Indigenous history of the Ohio River Valley.
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
5693-5447 IL-146, Jonesboro, Illinois 62952
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the...
Bald Knob Cross of Peace | Alto Pass, Illinois
3630 Bald Knob Rd, Alto Pass, Illinois 62905
A towering landmark above the Shawnee Hills, the Bald Knob Cross of Peace offers expansive views and a quiet place for reflection near Alto Pass.
Bardstown Kentucky
105 Court Square, Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
Bardstown blends Kentucky history, handsome architecture, bourbon-country heritage, museums, historic churches, and a walkable downtown into one of the state’s most appealing small-town visits.
Battle of Belmont
MO-80, Charleston, Missouri 63834
Battle of Belmont offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and the character of the Midwest will find this site...
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears
Listed in Historical place, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
Upper River Rd., Smithland, Kentucky 42081
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history, regional heritage, and the stories that helped shape the surrounding community. Travelers interested in discovering hidden gems, historical connections, and...
Blythe Ferry: Trail of Tears
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
6630-6615 Blythe Ferry Ln, Birchwood, Tennessee 37308
Blythe Ferry is one of the most significant Trail of Tears sites in Tennessee. Thousands of Cherokee crossed the Tennessee River here during their forced removal, making it an essential stop for those seeking to understand the route's history.
Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
Listed in Historical place, Native American Heritage Sites, State park, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
113 Bollinger Mill Rd, Burfordville, Missouri 63739
Explore a four-story, water-powered gristmill built in 1867 and Missouri's oldest covered bridge at this memorable Whitewater River historic site in Burfordville.
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