The museum was very nice. A short film was playing on a loop when you first walk in. It was showing…read moreon multiple screens and had seating available there. Then you can walk around the short museum area with many interactive exhibits that once you touch a specific part of the exhibit a story or information would be told. There was lots of artifacts and reproductions of historical artifacts to be seen in the museum. Once you go through the museum, you can head outside. I was there in late July, so they had a small demonstration garden to view. I was super excited to see a three sisters demonstration on site! I've only heard of the planting method, never actually seen it before. Then you can head on down to the observation area and trails. To get to the observation area, it was concrete sidewalk. Someone in a wheelchair or mobility scooter should be able to access this easily. At the observation area is a map of the trails. The trails are no more than a mowed area of grass, with tall weeds on the sides, but it was plenty wide enough for my wife, child, and I to walk side by side without having to worry about the weeds. It was very well maintained path, but again, is just a grassed area. Like walking in your backyard. The trails are not marked in any way, other than what is mowed, so sometimes you might get confused when it appears to be a cross roads of sorts. We walked a circle once on accident, but luckily the weather was nice so we didn't mind. The hikes to the mounds is nothing "special" other than an up close and personal look at them, but for a history buff like myself, it was well worth it. I would suggest a bottle of water from the gift shop before heading out on the trail, especially if it's in summer as once you get out there you realize how thirsty you actually are! There was only one worker there that we noticed when we arrived, but she was extremely friendly, gave us plenty of information before we got started, and even was nice enough to let us know that the baby changing tables were in a specific bathroom on the opposite side of the museum before we even got going. That was extremely nice of her to let us know that before hand! Thank you!

This is a neat place to come visit. They have great info and exhibits in the museum and plenty of…read moreoutdoor space to explore. I'd like to go back sometime to explore more of the trails/outdoor section because I went in July 2025 when it was really hot outside.

This is a really cool WW2 ship. It was used on Omaha Beach. Every time I tour it I learn something…read morenew. The volunteers are amazing. After touring this ship and see how American soldiers had to live during war, it really humbles you

Saw the LST in Pittsburgh over the Labor Day Weekend. This was my second time visiting it in…read morePittsburgh (last time was several years ago). We enjoyed it all over again, and learned lots of new things. Most of the crew was very enthusiastic. Highly recommended ... Cheers!!!

Very informative. The veteran tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and familiar about the…read moreEvansville contribution to the war effort. Time well spent. Recommend this for anyone who enjoys the history of Evansville.

I really enjoyed the tour we got, many exhibits were interesting and had a story behind them. All…read morestaff and our guide were very friendly and gave a good explanation for the exhibits. I'll list all pictures I took below.

I am a member of IPAPA, Indiana Plein Aire Painters Association, and come to New Harmony's Annual…read more"FIRST BRUSH OF SPRING." Nearby Schools allow their students to experience the paint out by letting out school during the First Brush to watch and learn from the artists. My granddaughter goes with her family each year. Faith won an award two years in a row, but we were unable to go this year. We reserve at the New Harmony Inn and these are some of my Oil Paintings from the First Brush of Spring at New Harmony. The swans were not there the last time we were there. A person from Illinois wanted a picture of the Bridge at New Harmony. We really MISSED not going to the first brush this year

This was my first visit and my g/f's second time here. The town is very charming and the people…read morethere are very friendly. The labyrinths are fantastic and worth a visit. The history of this small town is fascinating and the Owens did a magnificent job of creating and maintaining many original historic buildings. We had some fun by taking a walking tour of the haunted side of New Harmony with the folks at Haunted New Harmony ghost walk. https://jonimayhan.com/ This town is the perfect respite from the everyday hassles of the outside world. It's only an hour+ ride from Garden of the Gods in IL. I was surprised it wasn't more of an arts community hangout. This town has a Woodstock, NY vibe just under the surface.

While we were also visiting Evansville during our Urban hike, we found this Historical Jail and…read moreResidence located across the 4th Street from the Old Evansville Courthouse. The building is gorgeous as well and has a long history; History: jail Evansville is rich in exquisite examples of 19th century American Architecture. The Vanderburgh County Jail and Sheriff's Residence at 208 N.W. Fourth Street is an excellent example from this period. This castle-like fort, designed by architect Henry Walters, was modeled after the Castle of Lichtenstein in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Therefore, the structure is familiar to Evansville's German-born residents. This Gothic-inspired building was originally crafted from stone, which simplified its construction a good deal. Evansville's natural environment has rich subsoil, which combined with abundant rainfall and high mean temperatures, yields an abundance of stone, sand, and fine clay for bricks. Evansville's prime location along the Ohio River also allowed a direct shipment route for imported stone products. In addition, natural deposits of coal and iron in the area provided inexpensive means of operating brick kilns and iron foundries. The building itself is designed to invoke fear in the observer. Its exterior consists of step-gables, projecting turrets, crenelated roof lines, simulated portcullis, and a central keep, or rounded tower. The entrance presents pointed arches to lengthen the appearance of this part of the building. All of these elements add to the castle-like appearance of the structure. The Vanderburgh County Jail is also connected to the former Courthouse, which lies across the street, via an underground dungeon-like tunnel. During the time of the jail's use, the tunnel served as a passageway to transport prisoners to and from court. Presently, however, no nervous inmates are forced to make the tedious walk down the tunnel, nor are they required to sleep in the jail's less than spacious cells. The building now houses commercial offices. However, one cell still remains to allow modern visitors to take a look and imagine what life may have been like in the old Vanderburgh County Jail. The building was closed when we were there but it is FREE to walk around and take photos.

While Tony, Noel and I was Urban Hiking in Evansville we happened upon this gorgeous German…read moreArchitectural Gem. It is absolutely gorgeous. History: The Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse, often simply called the "Old Courthouse," was once the center of Vanderburgh County, Indiana government. Construction started in the spring of 1888 and was completed in November 1890. The building was ready to be occupied by the county government in early 1891.[2] It sits in the heart of downtown Evansville. The building was designed by architect Henry W. Wolters of Louisville, Kentucky and constructed by the Charles Pearce & Company of Indianapolis. The 19th century German Beaux-Arts architecture masterpiece cost $379,450 to buildCost Comparison: A $379,450 capital expense in 1890 would be roughly equivalent to $76,000,000 in 2011 If you are ever in the area you have to go check this out..put it in your GPS: 201 NW 4th St Ste 102, Evansville, IN 47708..It is a gorgeous building to be checked out.

One of the stops I had planned on our get away to Evansville was to view the architecture of the…read moreOld Courthouse in downtown. Well worth the visit. The building has a great presence in the town. It is massive and the pink marble, wood working and iron works are all phenomenal. It was designed by Henry Wolters of Louisville, Kentucky and occupies a full city block in downtown Evansville and at its tallest point, 216 feet, the courthouse's bell tower dominates the skyline of Downtown Evansville. Both Harry Truman and John F. Kennedy gave speeches from the courthouse steps and it cost approximately $380,000 to construct in the last 1890's. In the late 1960's county government offices were moved and the building was almost torn down. However it has been revitalized and well worth the effort and cost to renovate. Well worth a trip to pursue the three story building and the impressive metal, wood, and marble artistry. Currently occupied by local businesses it is open to the public for self guided tours during normal business hours. we spoke to a woman coming out of her office on the third floor who provided us with a brochure of information on the history of the building. Great find.

I have so many mixed thoughts and feelings. At $11/adult it's a budget friendly outing. The cafe…read morehas room for growth but our food was prepared when ordered. $10 for grilled chicken sandwich and $13 for chicken tenders and fries. We fed the penguins and the giraffes, which were nice experiences. It is super hilly, so be prepared to get your exercise. Here's the downside: several times we wondered how much areas are cleaned. We didn't visit any animals in the enclosed areas due to the smell of the buildings. It was powerful and overwhelming-maybe not enough ventilation too? Several glasses for aquarium type animals had algae and all kinds of things growing inside of the glass. The kids treehouse area reeked as well but honestly probably due to the otters. We love zoos and aquariums, but it's definitely ranked at the bottom of my list for cleanliness. Which then begs the question-how well are the animals cared for? The carousel was a great experience. Tokens are $1 each (not info available online) so prices inside are also reasonable.

Loved this zoo. We came from Clarksville just to visit the zoo. It was a beautiful day and the…read morestaff was so friendly. You have to buy tokens for several things but be sure to make sure they are open before buying tokens. The paddle boards apparently are only seasonal. The tram is delightful and is like a train that runs all day you can get on and off where you want. They only have 1 place for food. It was really pretty good but super expensive. $10 for a burger or chicken sandwich or BLT without fries. The BLT was delicious but not worth $10. The burger was so small and just Okay the grilled chicken sandwich was a good size and the side of fries was $4 and huge. Those 2 were pretty worth it. We had a great day and would definitely go back. Oh also parking is free. Always a plus.

I've visited numerous haunted houses, but this one is something special! The attention to detail is…read moreimpressive, and the actors' commitment to their roles is unparalleled, making for a genuinely immersive experience

Hands down the best haunted house I've been to yet!!! It's kinda short BUT well worth the money and…read morethe drive!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place !!!