Things to Do in Vincennes, IN - Vincennes Attractions
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- Miller MPrairie du Sac, WI11 contributionsWho knew the biggest national monument outside of DC is located in Vincennes IN!? We stumbled on this place heading home after the total eclipse. Very cool, very well done.Written April 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- harryatkckKansas City, KS1,018 contributionsI only had an hour to see this, but I could have spent all day. I have been to several military museums, but this one had several items that I have never seen in other museums. This does have a $7 admission cost, but it is well worth it.Written September 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Clyde HLondon, OH43 contributionsAmazing visit! Built as a Philadelphia-class mansion on the frontier to encourage others, it was both a mansion and a fortress. I have visited hundreds of museums and a dozens of presidential homes and none surpasses the encyclopedic tour guide. She was phenomenal in both content and enthusiasm. The first question I ask about an historic home is what percent is it original. Grouseland is nearly entirely original. In many presidential homes, period furniture is displayed. Here, are numerous items from, at least, the Harrison family. Tecumseh, Little Turtle, Arron Burr and many other guests of fame visited the home. Correspondence with signatures from a number of America’s greatest are on display. The Grouseland Rifle, the State Rifle of Indiana, is also on display there. There is a musket ball hole in a shutter, thought to have been fired by a Native American, just missing Harrison holding a grand-baby who would become the 23rd President. That shot could have changed the trajectory of American history. Grouseland is an American treasure.Written February 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- harryatkckKansas City, KS1,018 contributionsThis museum is filled with memorabilia from the life & career of Red. The exhibits do a great job of telling the story of both his professional & personal life. Admission is $7 per person & it is well worth it to visit.Written September 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Casey BSalem, IL262 contributionsBeautiful church. They do hold evening services there but was just open in the morning when we was there. Great quick stop.Written October 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RiverPuppiesIndianapolis, IN58 contributionsWe go here often to hike the many interesting trails. BUT some of them are NO LONGER being maintained. The trails on the south-east side of the main road are still good and even have (FINALLY) a bridge. The trails south-west toward the river and north-east have NO means to cross the creeks and even have fallen trees blocking the paths. We are hoping for improvements or it will be necessary to find another location to hike. The park does offer much else: camping, cabins, playgrounds, nature center (in poor condition) and more. But we hike and our visitors also hike. After a rain, the problem trails are in an even more unusable condition. Don't understand why these minor maintenance functions are being ignored as the cost to repair is minor?!Written August 24, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cynthia M14 contributionsVery quiet area--perfectly peaceful for reflection, enjoying nature, snd viewing the Wabash River. It is easy to imagine Tecumseh arriving with a multitude of canoes and warriors to meet with Territorial Governor William Henry Harrison prior to the Battle of Tippecanoe. Thoughts travel to the garrison of soldiers who once were here to protect Vincennes. The area is well cared for, and it appears the short stockade walls were recently added to mark the walls of the old fort. EXCELLENT signage providing detailed information as you wall the perimeter.Written March 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cliff TNoblesville, IN1,000 contributionsEnjoyed traveling back in time to Indiana's first city with its historic French roots and unique architectureWritten March 2, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Roland JBaltimore, MD43 contributionsNewly renovated pool with water slides and monkey bar ropes, lots of fun for kids! It's also located in a nice little park called Greg Park, which has benches, a playground, and the local football field. A nice picnic area.Written February 12, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Janice BVincennes, IN40 contributionsThe riverwalk is a beautiful place, especially to take pictures, and it's also where the food trucks are on Monday nights in warm weather. It's free and leisurely, you can watch the boats.Written July 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nancy_musicinazApache Junction, AZ15 contributionsMy husband and I visited Vincennes to see the sights. We walked down Main Street and stopped in the Bible Bookstore. This is a beautiful, big bookstore with lots to see for purchase. We spoke with one of their workers (Angie), the owner (Chad) and the manager (Julie). They told us about Thursday Church so we attended last night. The church has a service on Sunday mornings as well, but provide this for people who can't or don't attend on Sunday mornings. My husband offered to play bass for the praise band and he was welcomed with open arms. This church has three ministries as well as houses the 5th grade for a local school. They also stream the service on the web, with the service running about 1.5 hours. There is a connecting door leading into The Faith Store, one of the ministries the church owns to benefit those in need. The items for sale are made by people in third world countries who have been freed from the sex industry and other such horrible places, learn how to craft beautiful goods, and the profits from the sales at The Faith Store goes right back into helping others. The church also has a children's ministry and a wonderful, large youth group. Finally, a bus and a limo are provided to transport people to and from church.Written July 27, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Janice BVincennes, IN40 contributionsAffordable and art don't generally go hand and hand here, but this was great. Trends towards representational, and there's a lot of the kind of charming things that go well in a family home.Written July 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- deborahtragaszJefferson City, MO447 contributionsTravelers all the way from Missouri to see Lorna Luft perform. Lovely venue and nice staff too. Nice gem for the area.Written March 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LHM15 contributionsThis is next to the Old Chicago theatre that is now a pizza and taproom. It is easy to miss. Check when they have open houses. Vincennes has first Fridays for art in the evenings.Written November 11, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stephanie S2 contributionsMake sure to stop nearby and walk over to read the history plaque carved into the stone on the west side of the bridge.Written June 5, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vincennes
- The best outdoor activities in Vincennes according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
- Ouabache Trails Park
- Knox County Veteran Memorial Park
- Four Lakes
- Chicago Park
- The most popular things to do in Vincennes with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
- Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy
- Ouabache Trails Park