George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center
Facility · Indiana ·
Managed by the National Park Service
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park (National Historical Park) · Restricted Access
- 427 ft
- Elevation
The George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center is a great place to start your visit. The visitor center contains a small exhibit area. There is a 30-minute introductory movie called "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.
Getting there
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.
38.67821, -87.53563 · 38°40'41.5"N 87°32'8.3"W
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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center?
- No. George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (812) 882-1776
- Email gero_ranger_activities@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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