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This two-story federal style brick house was built in 1817. William Hendricks made the house his headquarters and home while he was governor of Indiana from 1822 to 1825. In 1841, Judge William A. Porter acquired the house, which remained in his family until the state secured it and opened it to the public in 1979.
The cave is a United States National Landmark offering a variety of underground splendor rarely seen in a single cave. The park that overlies the cave and the nearby recreation area offer many activities, including canoeing, gemstone mining, a cave simulator, hiking and fishing.
Designated a National Natural Landmark in 1974, enjoy immense passageways and huge rooms with delicate formations and crystals, woven together with a rich history spanning thousands of years.
A 147 acre park that features a 30 acre man-made lake. Amenities include camping (60 modern campsites w/water and electrical hook-ups, and 14 primitive campsites), canoe rental, paddle boat rental, rowboat rental, fishing (license available), a 1.25 mi paved and lighted walking trail, petting zoo, beach and swimming area, three picnic pavilions, gazebo, ball diamond, two tennis courts, basketball court, sand volleyball court, fitness area, horseshoe pits, picnic tables with grills, playgrounds, and RV disposal station.
Commemorating the only Civil War battle fought on Indiana soil, which took place on July 9, 1863. In hopes reinforcements would arrive and stop Confederate General John Hunt Morgan's march through Southern Indiana, 450 members of the Harrison County Home Guard attempted to delay Morgan's 2,400 Confederate soldiers.
Caesars Southern Indiana claims to be the world's largest gaming vessel. It has over 130 gaming tables and 2000 slot machines. The casino also hosts concerts and boxing matches.