FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Spring is here, and many Hoosiers are looking for opportunities to save money by making road trips a little closer to home.
Carla Knapp, with the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, stopped by the WTWO morning show to share some experiences and deals to help families create memorable adventures. Read on to learn more about the experiences and a discount code for membership.
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites has 12 unique destinations across the state. Outdoor enthusiasts, art lovers, science fans, history buffs, and everyone in between will find something they enjoy at the locations.
Knox County
Just under a 40-mile drive from Farmersburg will land you at the Vincennes State Historic Site. There guests can learn more about Indiana’s time as a territory as they explore the state’s oldest town and tour original structures like the Territory Capitol building, the Jefferson Academy and Old French House.
Marion County
Right around 75 miles from Farmersburg, IN spring breakers will find the Indiana State Museum located in downtown Indianapolis. There families can explore three floors of immersive exhibits and one-of-a-kind experiences. The museum offers seasonal experiences including the wildly popular Cardboard Storyland which provides visitors with everyday materials to build whatever they can dream up.
Posey County
From Farmersburg, IN site see-ers can travel just over 82 miles to the New Harmony State Historic Site in New Harmony, IN. There Visitors will hear the stories of the early utopian communities that once called the area home. Guests can stroll through the buildings and gardens they left behind.
Vanderburgh County
Within a 90-mile drive from Farmersburg, road-trippers will find the Angel Mounds State Historic Site. Located in Evansville visitors can discover the mounds’ cosmological connection and hear from modern native descendants about the sacred site’s special meaning in today’s world…