If you have missed the last few chances to go on a hike at Cave River Valley, now is your chance. Meet Spring Mill volunteer, Tony, at the Donaldson parking lot. Then, follow him 15 miles down the road to this very special place that only a few people have heard of.
The hike will be rugged. So, make sure you dress appropriately.
Civil War battle reenactments are fought in the Pioneer Village and the surrounding trails and hills. Before and after the battle, you will have a chance to visit with Union and Confederate soldiers reenactors and pioneer volunteers. Warm yourself by a camp fire and learn about life in the Civil War days.
This year, Abraham Lincoln will be speaking about the Civil War in the Pioneer Village before the reenactments. He will be in the Grist Mill at 1:15 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
GATE FEE MAY APPLY
PLEASE CONTACT THE PARK OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION
(812)849-3534
SPEAKER: DAVID NORD, PROFESSOR EMERITUS
In the 1850’s Hoosiers were crazy for railroads. Hundreds of miles of tracks were laid down across Indiana in just a few years. Two Lines were build through Lawrence County, very close to Spring Mill Village. The New Albany and Salem R.R. passed a couple of miles to the west. The Ohio and Mississippi R.R. skirted the north rim of the Spring Mill canyon, just a few hundred yards from the Mill. Hoosiers loved their R.R. and the R.R. sometimes loved them back, but not always. This Presentation – with photos, maps and documents – is about how Spring Mill and Lawrence County, and Indiana came to terms with the railroad age. The story is complex sometimes quite positive and always fascinating. But for Spring Mill it is not a story that ends well.
$50.00
For reservations, please call (812)849-4508.
