Rate George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
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Operating Hours & Seasons
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
The park is open seven days a week and is closed on most federal holidays except Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Monday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Tuesday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Wednesday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Thursday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Friday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Saturday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $0.00 – Entrance Fee
There is no fee to tour George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. As a result of being a fee-free park, George Rogers Clark NHP no longer sells the America the Beautiful National Park passes. The nearest locations to purchase these passes are Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, in Lincoln City, Indiana (www.nps.gov/libo), and Hoosier National Forest in Bedford, Indiana (www.fs.usda.gov/hoosier). Both are approximately 70 miles from Vincennes.
About
"Great things have been effected by a few men well conducted."
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 a.m., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of the Illinois country, had marched through freezing floodwaters to gain this victory. The fort’s capture assured United States claims to the frontier, an area nearly as large as the original 13 states.
Directions
The George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is located within the city of Vincennes, Indiana. Evansville is approximately 50 miles to the south and Terre Haute is approximately 50 miles to the north. Highway 41 provides good roads from the north or south. Highway 50 provides access from the east and west. From Hwy 50 east and west or from Hwy 41 from the north use the 6th Street exit. On Hwy 41 from the South use the Willow Street exit. From there follow the blue directional signs for the park.
Visitor Centers
Main Visitor Center
The George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center is a great place to start your visit. The visitor center contains exhibits about the early cultures of Vincennes, George Rogers Clark’s march to Vincennes, and the construction of the George Rogers Clark Memorial. It also offers a 30-minute introductory movie, “Long Knives” which shares the back story of George Rogers Clark and his military campaign. Before going to the Clark Memorial, check with the ranger at the visitor center.
Weather
The weather in the area is quite typical for the Midwest. The average temperature for the winter months is the mid-30s, but the summers can often be hot and humid with temperatures reaching into the 90s.
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