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VISITOR GUIDE Celebrating 200 Years thisisindiana.org 888-738-2137 Like us on Welcome to where it all began Celebrate Indiana’s Bicentennial in her first state capital. Among the rolling hills of Southern Indiana lies Historic Corydon and Harrison County. Take some time and get to know Indiana’s first state capitol. Make your way through the scenic back roads and discover our award winning wineries. Relax and enjoy time with friends and family as you enjoy tastings served with southern hospitality. If indoor adventure is for you stay at Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino and Hotel and enjoy gaming, shows and a tantalizing choice of restaurants. For history lovers, discover Historic Corydon’s rich past. Tour the Corydon Capitol State Historic Sites and visit the Battle of Corydon Memorial Park which commemorates the only Civil War battle fought on Indiana soil. Be sure to make time to visit the caves while in Harrison County for an unmatched underground experience. See Ice Age Bones, rushing rivers, amazing underground waterfalls, take an underground boat ride and learn about the thriving eco system. Take time to enjoy the sights with a leisurely walk through our parks and nature reserve or soar through the trees on a zip line adventure. After a full day of adventure retire for the evening in one of our local hotels or discover the cozy charm of a bed and breakfast or a scenic hideaway. Opening October 2016 in downtown Corydon The Harrison County Discovery Center An immersive, cultural & interpretive experience Group Travel If you have a group of 15 or more contact our group sales manager Stacy Pirtle, CTIS at [email protected] toll-free 888-738-2137 direct 812-734-0065 between 1814 to 1816 and served as the state capitol from 1816 to 1825. Tours also include Governor Hendricks’ Headquarters, a two-story federal style brick house built in 1817 which also served as Historical Sites Governor Hendricks’ home while he was governor Battle of Corydon Memorial Park of Indiana from 1822 to 1825. The site is very 100 Old Hwy. 135 SW, Corydon informative and rich with history. Call for 812-738-8236 corydonbattlepark.com Group Rates. See website for tour prices Park commemorates the Battle of Corydon, July 9, 1863 which and times wasHistorical the only Civil War battle fought on Indiana soil. The Harrison County 450-member Home Guard attempted to delay Morgan’s Flags Over Corydon 2,400 Confederate soldiers which resulted in a skirmish, killing 18 Capitol Ave., Corydon soldiers and wounding 50 during Morgan’s Raid. 888-738-2137 thisisIndiana.org Thirty-five flags are displayed, Constitution Elm representing flags that flew over the W. High St., Corydon Corydon area at one time. Each flag 812-738-4890 indianamuseum.org/explore/corydon has been researched and documented by In 1816, Indiana delegates met under the spreading branchesSites of one the Smithsonian Institution. of the largest elm trees to draft the first Indiana Constitution. Indiana’s First State Office Building Corydon Capitol State Historic Sites Walnut St., Corydon Historic Downtown Corydon 812-738-4890 indianamuseum.org/explore/corydon 812-738-4890 indianamuseum. This brick structure was built in 1817 and housed state offices until org/explore/corydon 1825. Silver was stored in strongboxes in the cellar’s treasury vault. • First State Capitol Not open for tours. • Governor Hendricks’ Headquarters Leora Brown School • Porter Law Office 400 E Summit St., Corydon The Corydon State Historic 812-738-3376 Site commemorates the Built in 1891 as a school for African-American children during the history of Indiana’s first state days of segregation, this is one of Indiana’s oldest standing one- capitol. Visit the federal-style room schoolhouses. By appointment only. limestone building that was built Celebrate the Bicentennial with these Special Events June 8 Welcome Parade for the Indiana Constitution June 10-29 “Birth of a State: The Indiana Exhibit” June 10-26 (Weekends only) Hayswood Theatre presents “Crossroads” June 18-19 Art at the Old Capitol September 9 The Torch Relay begins in Corydon October 14 & 15 Zimmerman’s Glasstoberfest Visit indianabicentennial.com for more information 1890s 1954 Then2015 Now& Golf Shores Fun Center 2510 Landmark Way, Corydon 812-738-0802 golfshoresfuncenter.com Family entertainment complex with two 18-hole miniature Attractions golf courses (one outdoor and one indoor with 3-D Alpacas at Flatwoods Farm blacklight), arcades, coffee shop, free Wi-Fi and four 2155 Flatwoods Rd. NE, New Salisbury party rooms that can accommodate up to 100 812-364-4644 people. Alpaca sales, farm tours and close up alpaca visits with a wide variety of alpaca fleece products Green Earth Outdoors available Attractionsfor purchase. Call for appointment. 4648 Pfrimmers Chapel Rd NE, Georgetown 502-475-7445 greenearthoutdoors.com Artisan Center Guided day & overnight trips to the regions unique 117 E Chestnut St., Corydon natural treasures including nature walks & hikes, 812-738-2123 Harrisoncountyarts.com cave tours, canoe trips, wildlife viewing, camping Gallery highlights a display of works by local artists trips & backpacking. Equipment, meals & transportation that are available for purchase. The Gallery hosts sponsored provided. Group discounts available. exhibitions quarterly. Harrison County Fairgrounds Best Vineyards Winery 341 S Capitol Ave., Corydon 8373 Morgans Ln., Elizabeth 812-738-4025 harrisoncountyfair.com 812-969-9463 bestvineyardswinery.com Host of Indiana’s oldest county fair and many other events An award winning small farm winery in South East Harrison throughout the year. Cattle barns, entertainment grandstand, County offering premium wines. Bring along a picnic lunch, sample harness racing track and more. our wines and enjoy the country view. Hayswood Theatre Bryant’s Blueberries 115 S Capitol Ave., Corydon 6900 Oak Park Rd. NE, New Salisbury 812-738-4489 hayswoodtheatre.com 812-366-3592 bryantsblueberries.com Community theatre with live shows, comedy, Broadway musicals, Pick-your-own blueberry farm. Call or check website for drama and children’s workshop. Call 888-738-2137 for tickets. information. Blueberry season mid-June through-mid-July. Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino & Hotel Chariot Run Golf Club 11999 Casino Center Dr. SE, Elizabeth 8191 Chariot Run Dr., Laconia 866-676-7463 horseshoe-indiana.com 877-316-7336 chariotrun.com From traditional favorites to a spectacular floor filled with over Designated a “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary”, this is an 100 gaming tables and 2000 slot machines, Horseshoe offers 18-hole equestrian themed golf course with bent grass greens, tees unparalleled action no matter what kind of player you are. Many and fairways. Four sets of tees with PGA Tour condition standards. restaurants, shopping and a spa. Corydon Cinemas Indiana Caverns 2025 Edsel Ln., Corydon 1267 Green Acres Dr. SW., Corydon 812-738-1864 corydoncinemas.com 812-734-1200 indianacaverns.com The Corydon Cinemas offers first run movies with state of the art Indiana Caverns, America’s newest show cave, offers a combination digital sound and stadium seating. A clean, family- walking and boat ride tour in Indiana’s longest cavern. The cave is friendly environment. Hours vary depending part of the Binkley Cave system, the 7th longest cave in the on time of year. US. Corydon LIVE! Indian Creek Winery 220 Hurst Ln., Corydon 6491 County Line Rd, Georgetown 812-734-6288 corydon.live.com 502-396-6209 indiancreekwinery.org Music and Entertainment Center A small farm winery with great wines. Free wine tasting noon to 6 p.m. daily, private tasting on request, Deere Farms private parties, music and catered dinners. 1565 St. John’s Church Rd., Lanesville 812-952-1629 deerefarms.com Fall family fun entertainment with 12- acre corn maze, hayride to pumpkin patch, fall decorations, carriage rides, kids’ play area and concessions. Open September-October. See website for hours. Ice Age Bones Waterfall Underground Boat Ride Gemstone & Fossil Panning New!!! Cavern of the Sabertooth The longest cave in Indiana and the 7th longest cave in the US! Open Daily at 9AM 5 minutes from I-64 in Corydon, IN Indiana Caverns.com 812-365-2705 Marengo Cave Country CaVe .com Canoes .com Marengo, IN 2510 Landmark Way Corydon, IN 47112 (812) 738-0802 golfshoresfuncenter.com Like Us On Facebook Turtle Run Winery 940 St. Peters Church Rd. NE, Corydon 812-952-2650 • turtlerunwinery.com With 30 wines to choose from we’re certain you’ll find Attractions cont. the perfect wine for you. Take an in-depth tour of the Kiesler Farms winery and learn what it takes to make great wine. Summer 4800 Hwy. 150 NE, Palmyra concerts, hayrides and other activities held throughout the year. 502-750-2602 A thriving grain and horticultural operation, operating in the same Zimmerman Art Glass family since 1891. Offering farm-grown, hardy fall mums and 300 Chestnut St., Corydon asters, pansies,Attractions knockout roses and hibiscus. Fall decorations. Call 812-738-2206 facebook.com/ZimmermanArtGlassBusiness for appointment. Watch a demonstration of off-hand glassmaking as the Zimmermans’ carry on a family New Salisbury Golf Course tradition that has continued 1320 Old SR 64 NE, New Salisbury through four generations. Closed 812-347-2396 newsalisburygc.com most holidays. Par 35 nine-hole public golf course. Fun for the whole family. See website for hours. NEIGHBORING ATTRACTIONS Old Capital Golf Club 1605 Hwy 62 NE, Corydon Cave Country Canoes 812-738-2277 oldcapitalgolf.com 112 W Main St., Milltown 18-hole championship golf course. See website for hours. 812-365-2705 cavecountrycanoes. com Quibble Hill Winery Canoe the scenic Blue River. Half-day and 338 Gowers Ln. NW, Depauw full-day trips available. May-Aug. Spring & Fall weekends only 502-424-9559 quibblehillwinery.com Small farm winery with award winning wines. Featuring fermenting Derby Dinner Playhouse and production in the walk-in lower level and a tasting room on the 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville upper level.