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Category: Switzerland County

This Rural Heritage Tour Transports You to the 1800s

By Visit Indiana on Sep. 08, 2017

Be transported to the 1800s when the Thiebaud Farmstead and Musee de Venoge, two of Switzerland County’s National Register sites, join forces on Saturday October 7, 10am-5pm & Sunday October 8, noon-5pm, for the annual Rural Heritage Tour. From domestic arts to period pastimes, the Rural Heritage…

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An Antique Shopping Marathon on the Junkin' Trail

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 30, 2017

About 2 years ago, in the rolling hills of southeast Indiana, a handful of antique shops banded together and to organize the Southeast Indiana Junkin' Trail. They haven't stopped since: every year the trail has grown, adding new members. They now total 16 shops (and growing) and hold 2 yearly…

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5 Restaurants With Incredible Views of the Ohio River

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 11, 2017

The Ohio River is one of the attractions that draw people to southeast Indiana. The river valley with its beautiful rolling hills and stunning scenery differentiates southeastern Indiana from other parts of the state. Most people who visit like to connect to the river in some way even if it is just…

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Which of Indiana's 92 County Courthouses is Your Favorite?

By Chris Flook on Feb. 14, 2017

For those of us who travel the state frequently, it’s no secret the our county courthouses and their adjacent squares exhibit some of the best architecture in the Midwest. Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, the county seats in all 92 counties constructed some of the most magnificent…

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These 6 Southeastern Indiana Quilt Shops are Sew Great

By Visit Indiana on Feb. 01, 2017

I love quilts, I have collected vintage quilts for years, I have quilted, I know quilters, I appreciate their talent, I love fabrics, but I do not quilt! This said, I do enjoy amassing supplies so I was happy to tag along with a bona fide quilter to 6 quilt shops in southeastern Indiana. Every shop…

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@INTorchRelay will highlight state celebrations in 2016

By Visit Indiana on Dec. 12, 2014

Dear readers: On Indiana Statehood Day 2014, Gov. Mike Pence and First Lady Karen Pence announced an exciting new event to celebrate our state's bicentennial: The Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay. We wanted to share this announcement with our blog readers. Governor Mike Pence announced a new…

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Vevay, Indiana to Host Christmas Kick-Off

By admin on Nov. 19, 2014

If you're looking for a way to kick off the Christmas season, consider heading to Vevay in southeast Indiana along the Ohio River. Switzerland County Tourism and Vevay Main Street are coordinating their holiday activities to give residents and visitors a festive time. There will be a lot of free…

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On the Trail of Fred the White Goat of Vevay, Indiana

By admin on Aug. 26, 2014

"Are there snakes here?" I asked Kendal as we tromped through the weeds near an abandoned house along the highway. Kendal is the executive director of Switzerland County Tourism in southeast Indiana, and a good friend. We were on the trail of Fred the white goat of Vevay (pronounced VEE-vee), so I…

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Swiss Wine Festival in Vevay, IN Celebrates 43rd Year

By admin on Jul. 27, 2014

August in southern Indiana means it's nearly time for the Swiss Wine Festival in Switzerland County. As a way to honor their Swiss roots, Vevay, Indiana, hosts the festival at Paul Ogle Riverfront Park right along the Ohio River. It's a four-day festival of food, music, games, festivities, and of…

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"Show Your Flag" Scavenger Hunt set for July 4, Vevay

By admin on Jun. 25, 2014

Switzerland County Tourism is hosting a scavenger hunt during Vevay's July 4th First Friday, as part of the Independence Day celebrations. The Show Your Flag scavenger hunt will take place from 6 – 8 p.m. in and around downtown Vevay, Indiana. The event is free and open to all ages. To commemorate…

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