The month of June is dedicated to learning the history and geology of Lawrence County. A big part of Lawrence County is the pride of being known as the “Limestone Capital of the World.” Almost everywhere that you step foot, limestone is beneath your feet. The Empire State Building, the Yankee Stadium, the Pentagon and Grand Central Station have all been built with limestone right from our own county.
During the month of June, different events and tours will occur throughout the rolling hills of Lawrence County. Here are some things you won’t want to miss:
Land of Limestone Exhibit, Limestone Heritage Festival, Limestone Weekend at Spring Mill State Park, Annual Gem Mineral Fossil Show
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Check out the Quake House at the Lakeview Activity Center over the weekend. Hop inside the house to get an idea of what it would feel like to be in an earthquake!
SATURDAY
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Limestone Carving
Stop by Artisan Experience to find out how you can take a piece of carved limestone home! Located in Twin Caves Parking Lot.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Topography Artwork
Lisa Walsh will be demonstrating her unique line of jewelry inspired by the topography of Spring Mill State Park. At the Lakeview Activity Center.
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Adult Canvas Painting
All supplies are included for this free event. Prior registration is required because space is limited. Under instruction of Brown County artist, Anabel Hopkins, paint your choice of flowers in the farden or log buildings. In the Pioneer Village. RSVP by contacting Hopkins at anahoppy47448@gmail.com
11:00 AM Caves, Kilns and Buildings Hike
Join Spring Mill to learn about the role Limestone has played (and continues to play) in our park as wall as our community. Also take a look at some of its uses and shaping of our landscape. Meet at Village Grist Mill.
1:00 PM Hiking Rocks
Lawrence County is famous for its Limestone. Meet Aaron for a short hike on Trail 4 and learn all about Indiana’s famed stone. Moderate 45 minute hike. Meet at Village Parking Lot.
SUNDAY
10:00 AM Lovely Limestone!
What is it? How does it form? How it used and how does it change? Meet at Lakview Activity Center.
1:00 PM Donaldson Cave Hike
Join volunteer, Anthony, for a hike to Donaldson Cave. Learn about the limestone that most caves are made of.
For more information, please contact Spring Mill: 812-849-3534
*GATE FEE MAY APPLY*
