Vincennes

Vincennes is a city in Southwestern Indiana. Vincennes is the oldest town in Indiana. It was founded in 1732 as a French fur trading post. The city's history is unique compared to any other Midwestern town, and the historical relevance is plentiful. The nice thing about Vincennes is that things are close together, within blocks at times, and cheap. You can eat, drink and learn on a very small budget.

Understand


After its founding bybtge French, the British moved in, calling it Fort Sackville. A revolt took place in 1778, the Brits took it back under control, then, in 1779 George Rogers Clark captured the city (hence the National Park of his name). The city has a university of its namesake, also the oldest in Indiana, and was home to President Harrison in the early 1800s. It was the capital of Indiana from 1800 until 1813.

By car
Just north of Evansville and south of Terre Haute, Vincennes is in the middle of two major interstates, yet connected by a few interstates. US 150 breaks off from I-70 heading south from Terre Haute to Vincennes. Heading from Evansville? Take I-64 and head north on US 41 right to Vincennes.

By plane

 * Evansville Regional Airport 7801 Bussing Dr. +1 812 421-4401.

Get around
A car is your best bet, however, walking is good for downtown activities.

Outdoors and landmarks

 * George Rogers Clark National Historical Park The site of the American Revolution take over of Vincennes. National Park and a must see.
 * George Rogers Clark National Historical Park The site of the American Revolution take over of Vincennes. National Park and a must see.
 * George Rogers Clark National Historical Park The site of the American Revolution take over of Vincennes. National Park and a must see.
 * George Rogers Clark National Historical Park The site of the American Revolution take over of Vincennes. National Park and a must see.

Festivals and events
Held in conjunction with the Red Skelton Celebration yearly event, downtown Vincennes.
 * Late-May Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous located at George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. American Revolution re-enactors gather to perform. Food, drink and crafts from the time are sold and shown.
 * June Vincennes Wine and Arts Festival 
 * June Vincennes Wine and Arts Festival 

Sports

 * Golf Anyone...?
 * High Pointe Country Club 5723 N Golf Course Rd, Bicknell. +1 812 735-4518.
 * Country Club of Old Vincennes 2715 Washington Ave. +1 812 882-9800.

Other fun

 * Visit the farmers market. 2nd & Busseron. Fresh food, flowers and organic goods as well. Saturday and Wednesday mornings during warm weather.
 * Cruise the farm stands Hwy 41, throughout Knox County. Hope on the highway and pack some cash, and be prepared, in season, to take your pick from the tons of farm stands that lie along the road. Knox county produces 70% of melons grown in Indy and Illinois combined. Take your choice of fresh fruits and veggies.
 * Cruise the farm stands Hwy 41, throughout Knox County. Hope on the highway and pack some cash, and be prepared, in season, to take your pick from the tons of farm stands that lie along the road. Knox county produces 70% of melons grown in Indy and Illinois combined. Take your choice of fresh fruits and veggies.

Sleep
There are plenty of chains to stay in the area, below is a list of unique and local places to sleep.

By phone
Most telephone numbers in Vincennes consist of +1 812 plus a seven-digit number, but the entire 812 area is now served by an overlay complex of two area codes, with 930 being the second. A local or in-state telephone call now requires all 10 digits of the local number be dialed (omitting just the leading +1 from a local landline call).

Signage on many established businesses may still display the original seven-digit numbers; dial 812 before these if no area code is indicated.

Media

 * Vincennes Sun-Commercial Local newspaper.