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    Parke County Courthouse - Courtroom still in use! Original

    Parke County Courthouse

    5.0(2 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    I made the mistake of planning a visit to the Parke County Courthouse on the first day of the…read moreCovered Bridge Festival. There were crowds of people and tents were erected around the Square. But, there was an upside. The building was almost empty with no court and a clerk was there to let me into the courtroom. And the courtroom, THAT COURTROOM was magnificent with all original with late 1800's decor and furnishings. And it was immaculate as if it was cherished by the community. Original oak chairs, witness stand, judges bench and jury box stood as they have for over 140 years. The Second Empire/Mansard style courthouse was dedicated in 1881. The structure was designed by T. J. Tolan & Son, Fort Wayne, Indiana. The limestone building is ornate with columns, a balcony and clock tower. I entered through the basement which was filled with stacks of ancient surveyors books. The main level was dark with sparse lighting. Except for the courtroom, the interior is modest. Plaques honoring War heroes hung on the wall and a plaque indicated that the building was renovated 2001-2002. The standout features to me were the incredibly tall windows with original dark woodwork. There is a very old mural of President Lincoln at the top of the steps. The clerk that opened the courtroom was friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend a visit if you like architecture, history government or just being a Hoosier. Take a step back in time. There is parking around the Square. The original jail is now a bed and breakfast.

    One of the most magnificent county courthouses I've seen, this could easily be a Capitol building…read moreif it were in Indianapolis! Parke County was formed in 1821 from land cut from Vigo County. The county seat is Rockville. Replacing an earlier two-story brick courthouse that had been built in 1832 (that itself was a replacement for a log courthouse), a new courthouse was designed by architects T.J. Nolan and his son Brentwood. This design incorporates Beaux Arts features with Second Empire design elements. The first floor features segmental-arched windows and the second story is more conventional arches with dormer windows. The building is topped with a three-story clock tower that has a dome of stone and iron. The interior is flush with fabulous doorways and a marble staircase. The Tolans also designed the Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw, Delaware County Courthouse in Muncie and Whitley County's in Columbia City. [Review 1294 of 2024 - 171 in Indiana - 22317 overall]

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    Leatherwood Station Covered Bridge - Leatherwood Station covered bridge

    Leatherwood Station Covered Bridge

    4.0(2 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    This is one of three covered bridges inside Billie Creek Village. J.A. Britton put up this Single…read moreSpan Burr Arch Truss design in 1899 to span Leatherwood Creek at the Leatherwood train station. The bridge was moved to its current location over Williams Creek in 1981. Also added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, this is #25 on the Parke County Covered Bridge Map.

    This is one of the three bridges in Billie Creek Village on the east side of Rockville. Note that…read morethe bridge is only visible via by parking and then walking through a field to see this bridge that spans Williams Creek (total length of 72") Also, know that the Village has a cover charge, usually not a lot, but this is the only bridge in the county that has one. And during off season for the village, they have no trespassing signs posted. So, if you have to visit all 31 bridges in the county, then check in with the village to make sure they are open. Otherwise, I would only go if interested in checking out the pioneer village. The standard Parke County color scheme applies to this bridge which was moved here in 1981. Originally, it was built in 1899 and restored in 1940 at a different location before being closed to traffic in 1979. At least the bridge was saved if not very accessible. The bridge features the area standard Burr Arch-truss support system. In its favor, the location does allow for some nice photos without the worry of being hit by oncoming traffic. Review #3218

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    Billie Creek Village - The Beeson Covered Bridge at Billie Creek

    Billie Creek Village

    4.2(6 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    One of the first things I noticed when I began traveling to Putnam County regularly during my…read morefather's illness and after his death was that Rockville, Indiana is not actually far from Putnam County. While Rockville is mostly known for the Covered Bridge Festival, it's also home to Billie Creek Village. Billie Creek is smack dab in Parke County. It takes its name from the nearby Williams Creek. It's a 70-acre history museum and park with around 38 historical buildings/structures and an abundance of antiques and such. Buildings are mostly mid-19th century to early 20th century. The 1913 Schoolhouse is considered a highlight. You'll likely think of a place like Conner Prairie when you visit, though truthfully I thought more of a place like Chesterfield (minus the alternative spirituality focus). There are three covered bridges (all on the National Register of Historic Places) Billie Creek has an interesting history. It has closed at least a couple times due to financial issues. It was purchased in 2022 and is currently free to visit the buildings (though there are events that do have a price and there's a general store and a cafe in the Gaebler building now). I will note that you can visit from 8am-4pm daily, however, the cafe is 6am-2pm. Buildings include an 1830s cabin, the general store, a village bank (was a 19th century post-office), a blacksmith shop, Burr Mill, Chataqua Pavilion, a doctor's office, Governor Wright Home, a maple syrup camp, refreshment stand (built in 1911), St. Joseph's Catholic Church (built in 1886), Union Baptist Church, and quite a bit more. There are events throughout the year - the website has been redeveloped (I submitted the new link) and is quite nicely done with the schedule. Is accessibility perfect? Definitely not. These are historic buildings and accessibility simply isn't always workable. However, it's better than expected. This is also a more casual experience. Don't go expecting all the scenes and scenarios and cosplay that you'll find at Conner Prairie - this is a historic village that for me is more relaxing, more immersive, and pretty amazing to experience in Rockville (which is, in itself, a beautiful area). If you're visiting the area, Billie Creek is a great stop along with the area's covered bridges and Raccoon Lake not too far away. For kids on summer vacation, this is definitely worth a stop!

    A pleasant step back in time such a Great way to relax and just wander around taking in each unique…read morebuilding. Each one is so well preserved in time. The staff that was there was very informative about the past

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    Covered Bridge Festival - Cobbler at Covered Bridge Festival Rockville

    Covered Bridge Festival

    3.5(14 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    I attended my first Covered Bridge Festival yesterday. I have to admit that I was a bit overwhelmed…read moreby the traffic and vendors. We attempted to drive early into the heart of the festival, Rockville. The traffic was crazy. We were able to park long enough to get a festival brochure to learn the routes to see the bridges. We also explored a couple of art vendor booths around the courthouse. We were able to see four bridges along two of the routes, though asking for help at one point. The traffic was heavy along the narrow roads. People stopping to the see the bridges were friendly. The bridges were amazing and picturesque in the beautiful weather. As we wound our way to Bridgeton, we found our selves in an immense parking lot surround by circus tents. The scene and crowd of people was uncomfortable. We were able to leave on a route that took us away from the bridges. We had intended to have a nice lunch at a local restaurant in Park County, but did not find any restaurants along the two partial routes that we travelled. We did find a nice restaurant in Putnam County that was serving lunch. I hope to return to Parke County after the festival to see the bridges and experience some of the local restaurants.

    Every Oct, Parke County hosts the largest festival in IN. The covered bridge festival. Parke County…read morehas more covered bridges than any other place in the world. I love that they have a festival to celebrate these pieces of history. The county is made up of small towns with tight roads, and parking isn't in abundance. So when 2 million people show up, you're going to feel it. Be prepared to walk. I didn't visit any bridges or see any sites. I was just there for fair food, artisan crafts, and my sister. It's nostalgic for me. I love an Indiana fair in the fall. I cannot believe how many questionable food decisions I made today though. The grape milkshake was at the top of the questionable list. -I'm such a sucker for Amish stands. Elephant ears, persimmon pudding, fried bologna, Mexican corn, apple cider slushies, and that grape milkshake. Ugh. Have cash on hand. While many of the stands take plastic, not all do. So just have some cash. I was just thinking this was a one and done experience but my sister is making plans for us next yr too. I'll have to remember to skip the grape milkshake next time.

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