Corydon Attractions
Corydon became the territorial capital of Indiana in 1813. It served as the state capital from 1816 to 1825. The Battle of Corydon took place when the home guard met the main force of Gen. John H. Morgan's Confederate Raiders in 1863.
Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
The Corydon Capital State Historic Site details the history of the state of Indiana through interesting and informative displays. Corydon was Indiana's first state capitol and the building dates to 1814-1816. Visitors will find expansive grounds that are perfect for a picnic in front of the wonderfully restored limestone building.
Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
126 East Walnut Street
Corydon, IN 47112
United States
126 East Walnut Street
Corydon, IN 47112
United States
Phone 1 (812) 738-4890
Fax 1 (812) 738-4904
Hours
January 2 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
April 1 to November 25
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Squire Boone Caverns and Village
For those with an interest in spelunking, Squire Boone Caverns and Village is the place to go when near Corydon. Tours run into the caverns where wild stalagmites and stalactites form into interesting shapes. Also on site is a gift shop, grist mill and historic village where four craft demonstrations are featured. They are candle making, lye soap-making, a gristmill demonstration and a gem mining demonstration.
