A Big Log Cabin in the Clouds

Experience profound beauty, vibrant history, and rustic luxury in absolute privacy. Perfect for anniversaries and honeymoons! Luxury accommodations in an intimate setting. Two miles of private hiking trails on site. Smoke free. Adults only.

A Big Log Cabin in the Clouds

Grissom Memorial

Located within Spring Mill State Park, this memorial celebrates the life and accomplishments of Virgil "Gus" Grissom. This outstanding Hoosier, America's second man in space, died in a launch pad fire in 1967. Exhibits include his spacesuit and his space capsule, Gemini III.

A tribute to a brave Hoosier and national hero

Historic Landmark Tours

Take guided tours of the historic French Lick and West Baden Springs Hotels, two of Indiana's most outstanding and stunningly restored landmarks. Call for tour times.

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Commemorating the Hoosier legacy of Abraham Lincoln, this memorial features a Visitor Center with museum and hourly film, the Lincoln Cabin Site, the gravesite of Lincoln's mother, the historic Trail of Twelve Stones, and the Lincoln Living Historical Farm. Don't miss this moving tribute to our 16th president!

Replica of Abe LIncoln's boyhood home

A Little Log Cabin in the Woods

Secluded on a private, 40 acre nature preserve, this hand-hewn cabin offers solitude, privacy, and relaxation. Features include a fully equipped kitchen, bath, hot tub, stone fireplace, central heat/AC, a sleeping loft with queen size bed, and a double hideaway in the living room. No Smoking. Adults Only.

Perfect place to relax and get away from it all

Monastery Immaculate Conception

The striking beauty of Ferninand's Castle on the Hill is a testament to the faith and dedication of the sisters of St. Benedict. The heart of the monastery is the domed chapel with its magnificent stained glass windows. A retreat center, chapel, and bookstore nuture the spirituality of all faiths.

Nature Center and Pioneer Farmstead

The O'Bannon Woods Nature Center offers naturalist programs and various exhibits throughout the year. A mid 19th century farmstead, located behind the nature center, includes a restored, 3-story hay press that drops a 1,000 pound block of wood onto a pile of hay. Educational and fun!

Pioneer interpreter spinning wool

Orange County Courthouse

Completed in 1850, the white exterior brick and large columns of this Greek Revival building are reminiscent of ancient Greek structures. The roof has a clock cupola, weather vane, and four brick chimneys. Its interior has been restored. Tours are available.

Restored 19th century county courthouse

Perry County Museum

Dedicated to the preservation of Perry County history, the museum is located in the historic river town of Cannelton. Its yellow brick building housed the county courthouse from 1897 to 1994. Open on Sundays from 1-4 p.m. and by appointment. Admission is free.

Pioneer Mothers Forest

This 88 acre tract is the last old-growth forest of its size in Indiana. Left untouched since 1816, the forest includes a hiking trail and a rock wall memorial. It is a tribute to the brave spirit of Indiana's pioneer mothers.

A tribute to Indiana's pioneer mothers

Rickenbaugh House

In 1874 Jacob Rickenbaugh, a tanner and farmer, hired three Belgium stone masons to build the house constructed out of local sandstone and wood. The Rickenbaugh House not only served as the residence for Jacob, his wife Elizabeth, and 10 children; but as the local post office from 1878 until 1951; and temporarily as a church meeting house.

Nestled on the banks of Celina Lake.

St. Meinrad Archabbey

Visit one of only two archabbeys in the United States, and join the monks each day as they pray and celebrate Mass. Founded in 1854, the archabbey continues its mission of serving the Catholic community. Home to over 100 monks, it includes a Guest House and Retreat Center, Abbey Press, and Abbey Caskets.

Marvel at the sacred beauty of this 1854 archabbey

Spring Mill Pioneer Village

Situated within Spring Mill State Park, this restored village depicts life in the early 1800s. Villagers, in period dress, perform their daily chores as they interact with visitors. Buildings include an apothecary, meeting house, tavern, blacksmith shop, water-powered 3 story grist mill, and more.

Early 1800s restored pioneer village and gristmill

Squire Boone Caverns

Discovered by Daniel Boone's brother in 1790, this cavern has spectacular formations, rushing streams, and underground waterfalls. Families will enjoy the water powered grist mill, rock shop, petting zoo, gem mining, demonstrations of candle dipping & soap making, and more.

Discovered by Daniel Boone's brother in 1790

West Baden Springs Resort

History comes to life as the dome is now a world-class resort once again after nearly 80 years. West Baden Springs Resort features 246 guest rooms and suites, fine dining, a spa and natatorium as well as the spectacular dome atrium.

One of the world's largest domes

Constitution Elm Tree

Forty-three delegates met in 1816 to draft Indiana's first constitution. Due to the sweltering heat, the delegates moved outside and continued their work under the branches of an enormous elm. Although the tree died of Dutch Elm disease in 1925, its trunk is still preserved.

Indiana's 1st constitution written under this elm

Corydon Civil War Memorial Park

The only Civil War battle fought on Hoosier soil took place near Corydon on July 9, 1863. 450 members of the Harrison County Home Guard engaged the 2,400 Confederate soldiers led by General John Hunt Morgan. 18 local men lost their lives in the skirmish.

Historic reenactment of Civil War battle

Governor Hendricks' Headquarters

Built in 1817, this two-story Federal style brick house was home to William Hendricks, Indiana's second elected governor (1822-1825). One lower room was used for his headquarters, and his family lived in the rest of the house. Judge William A. Porter acquired the house in 1841.

Historic home of Indiana's second governor

Indiana's First State Capitol

This square, Federal style limestone building was completed in 1816. Constructed from locally quarried limestone, it served as Indiana's first capitol building until the seat of government was moved to Indianapolis on January 10, 1825.

Indiana's first state capitol built in 1816