Evansville was a busy river port during the steamboat era and has retained much of its historic appearance. Many architectural styles are found, throughout the city, representing late 19th and early 20th C architecture.
Angel Mounds State Historic Site is located near Evansville. This wonderful state operated attraction provides a detailed glimpse into the ancient Angel Mounds. It is thought that the Mississippian people once lived on this site during the time frame of 1100 to 1450 AD. The Angel Mounds State Historic Site has been in operation for over 60 years.
Hours:
March 15 to December 15: 9am-5pm; Sun:1pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Always closed on: Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Easter - Christian
The Evansville Museum of Arts and Sciences is located in downtown Evansville. This impressive facility boasts of interesting permanent exhibits coupled with the Koch Planetarium. The Evansville Museum of Arts and Sciences also hosts traveling national and international exhibits in its gallery spaces.
Address: Evansville Museum of Arts & Science, 411 Southeast Riverside Drive, Evansville, IN 47713-1037, United States
Phone: 1 (812) 425-2406, Fax: 1 (812) 421-7509
Hours:
10am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May ), American Independance Day (July 4), Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24), Easter - Christian
The Koch Family Children's Museum (cMoe) is a wonderful place to spark curiosity and imagination for the whole family. Some of the fun and interactive exhibits and galleries at cMoe include Work Smart, Live Big, Speak Loud, Quack Factory and the Freedom Gallery.
Quack Factory at Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville.
Entrance to Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville.
Address: Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville, 22 S.E. Fifth Street, Evansville, IN 47715-6804, United States
Phone: 1 (812) 464-2663, Fax: 1 (812) 477-4339
Hours:
June 25 to September 6: 9am-4pm; Sun:12pm-4pm; Closed: Mon
September 7 to June 24: 9am-4pm; Sun:12pm-4pm; Closed: Mon, Mon, Tue
Tips: Under 18 mths - free admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free from 5 to 8 pm the first Thursday of every month.
When in Evansville, be sure to stop in for a visit to the Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden. The zoo is located over 50 acres and features numerous animals from a variety of species. The Botanic Gardens are spread throughout the park and provide a beautiful backdrop for the exotic animals. Mesker Park is both an education and relaxing place to spend a few hours.
Address: Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, Evansville, IN 47720, United States
Phone: 1 (812) 435-6143, Fax: 1 (812) 435-6140
Hours:
9am-4pm
Tips: Reduced admission from November to February.
One of the key attractions in Evansville is the Reitz Home Museum. This home was built in 1871 and has been very well restored to its original appearance, inside and out. Visitors to the home will find period pieces and décor reminiscent of the 19th Century. The Reitz Home Museum is considered by many to be one of the finest examples of French Second Empire architecture in the United States.
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Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe), Evansville
Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe), Evansville
