Bluespring Caverns Park At a cool 52 degrees year round and 100 feet below the surface of the earth, explore an underground river. Guides pilot custom-made boats along the subterranean river for over a mile, pointing out native rare Northern blind cave fish and blind crawfish and explain the natural forces that are yet at …
Carousel Winery sits in the beautiful countryside of Lawrence County. It was established in 2003 by it’s owners, Sue and Marion Wilson, when they made their first wine, the Red Tiger, which is now the most popular sweet red that they sell. Since then, Carousel has won over 100 awards for their wines, such as, Pomegranate, …
The 900 acres of rolling and wooded hills are highly concentrated with Indiana’s cow/calf operations with emphasis on beef cattle and forages.
Celebrate the life of famed astronaut and Mitchell native, Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom, at his family home. The home is decorated in a 1940s style using Grissom family pieces and period furniture. The back porch museum includes highlights of Gus Grissom’s career. Open Saturdays, May-October
Located within Spring Mill State Park, the Grissom Memorial pays tribute to Mitchell’s native son, Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom. The memorial is a tribute to the Mitchell-born astronaut who was a pioneer in America’s exploration of outer space. The interactive museum features exhibits and actual mementoes from Grissom’s space travels, including a space suit and …
Watch the best double features under a starry sky in this nostalgic theater experience. No need to bring snacks, because the concession stand has all your favorites: burgers, hot dogs, tenderloin, fries, funnel cakes, nachos, popcorn and more! Open seasonally: Friday-Sunday General Admission: $8.00 Children 6-12: $4.00 Children 5 & Under: FREE Sunday Night Carload …
INDIANA CAVE TRAIL Step into world beneath Indiana’s surface to discover the wonderful world of caves and caverns. The Indiana Cave Trail is the best way to experience all four caves in Southern Indiana: Bluespring Caverns, Marengo Cave, Indiana Caverns and Squire Boone Caverns. GRAB A PASSPORT at one of the caves. When you purchase …
Hand-carved limestone statue of 1940’s cartoon hero. In the comics, Joe Palooka started out as a good-hearted boxing champion until around 1940 when he became the first comic book character to enlist into the U.S. Military. After that, Joe Palooka became more than a boxer; he became a hero – fighting the Nazi’s, left and …
Home to the 4-H Fair in July. Buildings and facilities available for events.
This special museum resides in a 100-year-old limestone building and holds exhibits and artifacts precious to Lawrence County history. Inside the 2,400 sq. ft. gallery, you will see limestone exhibits and artifacts with carvings from local artisans, as well as, a wide array of memorabilia and historical lore from the region. ENTRY IS FREE Donations …
