Attractions in

RIPLEY COUNTY, INDIANA

There is so much to do in Ripley County. Enjoy Versailles State Park with 24 miles of the state’s best mountain bike trails; visit the Milan ’54 Hoosier Basketball Museum; shop in a wide variety of antique and specialty shops,  or visit during the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association’s National Shoots in June and September and experience the Friendship Flea Markets.

Batesville Area Historical Society’s Historical Center
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Long Business Description

Features a collection of the history of Batesville and the surrounding area complete with a business display on the second floor and featured exhibits throughout the year on the first floor.  Books and souvenirs  available.

Hours are THU & FRI - 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. & SAT 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

To visit the museum during other hours, please call Carolyn at 812-934-3266 or the museum at (812) 932-0999.

BAHS@etczone.com - best way to contact us for any other information.  Free admission - freewill donations accepted.

Located at 15 W. George Street - Batesville, IN 47006

Business Phone Number
(812) 932-0999
Location
Business Address
15 W George Street
Batesville
47006
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Sunday (During the school year) ... 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Monday - Thursday ... 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday ... 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday ... 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-934-4706
Business Fax
812-934-6288
Location
Business Address
131 N Walnut St
Batesville, IN
47006
Bel-Aire Drive-In Theatre
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Short Business Description
All movies are now digital for a clearer, brighter picture!
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Open in the summer. Take a scenic drive down Highway 421 to the iconic Bel-Air Drive-In Movie Theatre! Located in Versailles, Indiana between Osgood and Versailles, Bel-Air has played your favorite movies for more than 60 years! The Bel-Air Drive-In Movie Theatre features two movies most Friday and Saturday nights. From family favorites to action thrillers -- we play it all!

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-5525
Location
Business Address
US 421
Versailles, IN
47042
Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge
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Long Business Description

Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 50,000 acres in 3 counties (Jefferson, Jennings, and Ripley) and overlays that portion of the former Jefferson Proving Ground that lies north of the historic firing line where munitions were once tested. The Indiana Air National Guard operates an air-to-ground bombing range on the remaining 1,033 acres of the former proving ground north of the firing line and this property is surrounded by but not designated as part of the refuge. Jefferson Proving Ground was established by the Army in 1940 as an ordnance testing installation and closed in 1995. Beginning in 1996, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service managed the wildlife resources of the proving ground. Big Oaks Refuge was established in June 2000 as an “overlay” national wildlife refuge through a 25-year real estate permit from the U.S. Army. As an overlay refuge, the Army retains ownership and the Fish and Wildlife Service manages the property as Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge.
Know Before You Go
Because of the past use and history of the property as an ordinance testing facility, all visitors must view a safety video and sign an acknowledgement of danger form prior to entering the refuge. You can view the safety video and purchase an access permit at the refuge office on public use days (Mondays, Fridays, and the second and fourth Saturdays of the month mid-April through November) closed on federal holidays. During hunting seasons, the safety video will be shown at 7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. on public use days and the day before the hunt.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 273-0783
Business Fax
(812) 273-0786
Location
Business Address
P.O. Box 935
Madison, IN
47250
Covered Bridges
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Long Business Description

Ripley County, Indiana is home to two covered bridges: Busching Covered Bridge and Otter Creek Bridge. The Busching Bridge, near Versailles at the Versailles State Park entrance, was built in 1885. Otter Creek Bridge, near Holton, was built in 1884. The bridges are listed on the Ripley County Map. Contact the Ripley County Tourism Bureau for more information 812-689-7431.

Business Phone Number
812-689-7431
Location
Damm Theatre
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Business Genre
Long Business Description

The Damm family started a theatre in this location in 1922. The building was remodeled and opened again in June 2008.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-DAMM
Location
Business Address
117 N. Buckeye St.
Osgood, IN
47037
Delaware Campground
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Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 140

Enjoy the peaceful country setting of this campground.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-5818
Location
Business Address
4258 N. County Rd 150
Milan, IN
47031
Ertel Cellars Winery and Restaurant
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Long Business Description

Wed-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 10am-7pm & Brunch 10am-2pm.

Wine tasting, gourmet dinners-steaks, fresh fish, and more lunch-sandwiches, salads and soups. Winery tours available.

Take a break from the hectic pace of the world and escape to the state-of-the-art winery that opened in the fall of 2006. Watch wine being made through the great-room windows or the scenery of the gently rolling hills as you enjoy lunch or dinner and tasting over 10 wines.

Business Website Address
Location
Business Address
3794 E. County Rd. 1100N.
Batesville, IN
47006
Friendship Association Flea Market Campsites
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Open during the NMLRA shoots. Campsites: 70

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(859) 341-9188
Location
Business Address
7249 1st St
Friendship, IN
47021
Gibson Theatre
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Dr. C.W. Gibson built this theatre in 1921, first for theatrical plays and later "talking pictures".

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 934-3404
Location
Business Address
107 N. Main St.
Batesville IN
47006
Hudson’s Old Mill Campground
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 300, hook-ups and primitive

Open all year, during NMLRA and other events.

Business Phone Number
(812) 667-5322
Location
Business Address
PO Box 82
7249 First Street
Friendship IN
47021
Indian Lakes Golf Course
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Holes: 9, Par: 36, Yards: 3173

Business Phone Number
(812) 623-4653
Location
Business Address
7234 E. State Rd. 46
Sunman, In
47041
John Hunt Morgan Civil War Heritage Trail
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Long Business Description

Retrace the steps of infamous John Hunt Morgan's raid through Indiana, the only Civil War battles in the state. Relive the times as you travel through Ripley and six other Indiana counties. Maps available at the Ripley County Tourism Office/ Welcome Center, 220 East U.S. 50, Versailles.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6410 Ext.5
Location
Kelly’s Hidden Acres Golf Course
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Kelly's Hidden Acres is an 18 Hole Golf Course and Restaurant Bar on lake with 6 ponds.
Holes: 18, Par: 72, Yards: 7404

Business Phone Number
(812) 654-7118
Location
Business Address
488 Country Club Dr.
Milan, IN
47031
Lil’ Charlie’s Restaurant and Brewery
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

One of the county's top hot spots, visit Lil'Charlie's Restaurant and Brewery for great food AND beer! They carry over 55 beers, plus 5 of their own microbrews.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 934-6392
Location
Business Address
504 E. Pearl St.
Batesville IN
47006
Milan ’54 Hoosiers Basketball Museum
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Long Business Description

Wed-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm, Mon-Tues by appointment only

The story known around the world, the famous small-town basketball team from Milan won the State Championship in 1954, inspiring the movie "Hoosiers".

Follow the progress of Milan 1954 State Champs Water Tower Restoration Project by checking out the Milan '54 Hoosiers Museum's Facebook page, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. 

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 654-2772
Location
Business Address
201 W. Carr St.
Milan, IN
47031
Milan Branch – Osgood Library
Business Genre
Long Business Description

MON : 10AM - 7PM
TUE : 10AM - 6PM
WED : 10AM - 6PM
THU : 10AM - 7PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM

Business Phone Number
812-654-1963
Business Fax
812-654-1332
Location
Business Address
1171 N Warpath Dr
Milan, IN
407031
National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association
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Long Business Description

The small, quaint village in the valley of Friendship is home to the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association. Each fall and spring the Association hosts national competitions when people come from all over the country and world to compete. Primitive lifestyles of pre-1840s can be seen on the hillside across from the shooting range. Education has become a passion for the organization and special events are held throughout the year to teach people of all ages about history and firearms.

Each fall and spring, during the shoots, flea markets are held in and around town. Treasures can be bought and sold throughout the week-long events.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 667-5131
Location
Business Address
P.O. Box 67
Friendship, IN
47021
Osgood Historical Museum
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Long Business Description

The Osgood Museum opened in 2006. It was funded by the Reynolds Foundation which is next door. It was started to provide a place to store, inform, and display the history of Osgood, Indiana.

Stop by and step back into Osgood's history.

Featuring several vintage vehicles including a one of a kind steam car built by H.P. King.

Fri-Sat 2pm-6pm, Sun noon-4pm

Business Phone Number
812-689-1876
Location
Business Address
128 S Buckeye Street
Osgood, IN
47037
Osgood Public Library
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

MON : 10AM - 6PM
TUE : 10AM - 7PM
WED : 10AM - 7PM
THU : 10AM - 6PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-689-4011
Business Fax
812-689-5062
Location
Business Address
136 West Ripley St
Osgood, IN
47037
PO’s Pub & Grill at Pollards Bowl
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Long Business Description

Open Mon--Sat 10am-3am, Sun noon-3am, Sandwiches, hoagies, wings, pizza and daily lunch specials $6.25 up. Taco Night Wednesdays 5-9pm.

We Have Birthday Party Bowling Package Specials.

Karaoke at 8pm on Wednesdays (Winter), 8 Lanes of bowling, Family Fun Center, Cosmic Blacklight Open Bowling

8 Lane American Family Bowling Center (Non-Smoking) With An Attached Bar (Non-Smoking) Serving Good Food, Cold Beer And Spirits With Carryout Available, Family Room In Back With 3 Pool Tables, Video Games (Outdoor Beer Garden/Smoking Area)
Karaoke Or Bands Every Fri & Sat At 9pm (winter) & 10pm (summer).

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6461
Location
Business Address
1119 S Main St
Versailles, IN
47042
Ripley County Driving Trail
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Long Business Description

Enjoy all seasons of the year driving the back roads of Ripley County. The paved roads will take you through peaceful countryside adorned by nature and into small towns where you can stretch your legs or check into an inn or B&B for the night. Stop by the Ripley County Tourism Bureau Office, 220 East U.S. 50, Versailles, for a map.

Location
Business Address
220 E. US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
Ripley County Historical Society Archives
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 1pm-4pm

The place to visit to research your family & roots.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-3031
Location
Business Address
125 S. Washington St.
Versailles IN
47042
Ripley County Historical Society Museum
Business Genre
Long Business Description

The museum is open by appointment, as well as the last Saturday of September.

Members of the Historical Society have collected many artifacts from throughout the county to have on display for visitors.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-3031
Location
Business Address
The Corner of Main and Water Streets
Versailles, IN
47042
Business Genre
Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6535
Location
Business Address
524 W. Beech St.
Osgood, IN
47037
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 30

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6535
Location
Business Address
524 W. Beach St.
Osgood
47037
Ripley County Tourism Bureau & Welcome Center
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Long Business Description

If you have an extra few minutes during the workday while in Versailles, stop by and the Ripley County Tourism Bureau at the Welcome Center.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-7431
Location
Business Address
220 E. US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
RomWeber Marketplace
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Long Business Description

Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm

Over 40,000 sq ft of boutique shops in one of the nation's oldest case good furniture factories. Manufacturing began in 1879 in our 450,000 square foot complex, which includes one of Batesville’s oldest buildings, built by the Greeman Brothers in 1863.

Our boutiques include antiques, jewelry, clothing, accessories, original art, home decor, garden essentials, food court, game arcade, and more! Check our website and theirs for a list of special events!

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 932-2600
Location
Business Address
7 South Eastern Ave.
Batesville, IN
47006
Stone Arch Bridges
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Business Genre
Long Business Description

Built in the late 1870s and 1880s, Ripley County is home to many stone arch bridges. Ripley County is one of very few counties that still have handcrafted stone arch bridges in use. They are located on a 4-color Ripley County map provided by the Ripley County Commissioners. The maps are available in many county offices, as well as at the Ripley County Welcome Center, 220 E. U.S. 50, Versailles, Indiana.

Call  Ripley County Tourism Bureau at 812-689-7431.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-689-7431
Location
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm

The Sunman History Museum is a uniquely accessible, local history museum located in the Town Hall on the north side of Sunman, opposite the fire station.

The museum features the original 1856 plat of Sunman, the 1930’s jail, artifacts of early pioneer families, including the Sunmans, a map showing the route taken by Indiana’s 83rd Infantry Regiment from Vicksburg to Savannah, and a display showing the origins of local church-related communities emigrating from specific locations in Germany, France, Britain and Switzerland.

There are also memorabilia from local businesses, a collection of photos from all 50 Sunman High School graduating classes, high school yearbooks, earlier grade school photos with names attached, displays about Morgan’s raid, early fashion, uniforms, toys, the railroad and the fire of 1905. Admission is free.

Business Phone Number
(812) 623-2066
Location
Business Address
604 N Meridian Street
Sunman, IN
47041
Thousand Trails, Indian Lakes
Long Business Description

Choose from 52 cabins to rent for a fun weekend away, or bring your camper for a stay. Fishing, boating, activities and more!

Business Phone Number
(812) 934-5496 / (800) 427-3392
Location
Business Address
7234 E. State Rd. 46
Sunman, IN
47041
Tyson Library
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: closed

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-689-5894
Location
Business Address
325 W. Tyson Street
Versailles, IN
47042
Tyson Temple United Methodist Church
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Dedicated May 16, 1937, this Art Deco church is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and was created of materials collected around the world.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6976
Location
Business Address
324 W. Tyson St.
Versailles, IN
47042
Underground Railroad Driving Trails
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Spend a day, or two, traveling the countryside and learning about the history of the Underground Railroad throughout Ripley County, as well as other places of historic note. Five driving tours are outlined in a free booklet that you can follow, mile by mile. The trails all begin on the Ripley County Courthouse Square in Versailles. Brochures are available at the Ripley County Historical Society (on the Courthouse Square in Versailles), OR the Ripley County Tourism Bureau located at 220 E. US 50 in Versailles. Brochures are located outside the Tourism Bureau/Welcome Center so they are available 24/7.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-7431
Location
Business Address
Versailles, IN
47042
Long Business Description

Southern Route

Business Website Address
Long Business Description

Northern Polar Star Route

Business Website Address
Long Business Description

O & M Railroad Route

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Long Business Description

Flat Rock Route

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Long Business Description

Napoleon Route

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Versailles State Park
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Long Business Description

Need a family get-away? Versailles State Park is a great place to kick back and relax or get energized hiking the trails, boating, kayaking, swimming, or horseback riding. Sit by the fire at your campsite and share stories with your family and friends or create new "fish tales" on Versailles Lake. Bring your family or business for a retreat at the group camp.

Take the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of autumn as the leaves turn during the beginning of October. Enjoy the lakefront view as the view treats your soul.

Over 24 miles of the state's best mountain bicycle trails are within the park. The Southeast Indiana Mountain Bike Association (bikesimba.org) hosts trail rides throughout the year as well as the XTERRA DINO Triatholon,  DINO Mountain Bike Series, and the annual Hassmer Fest Mountian Bike Festival.  The park is home to Indiana's only Civilian Conservation Corps statue, representing the work done by CCC men in the 1930s and 40s, including many buildings at Versailles State Park.

See website for upcoming events.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6424
Location
Business Address
1387 East U.S. 50
Versailles, IN
47042
Versailles State Park Campsites
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 220, group camp 120

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6424 Reservations / (866) 622-6746
Location
Business Address
1387 E. US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
VSP Mountain Bike Trail
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Versailles State Park Mountain Bike Trail, designed and constructed by the Hoosier Mountain Bike Association volunteers. This is more than 24 miles of trails, all medium difficulty, except for the easy Turtle Trail.

Copy and paste the following link to view action video of Versailles State Park Mountain Bike trail rides:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDaQIHeY0Q4

Contact Ripley County Tourism Bureau for a copy of the Southeast Indiana Bike Trails brochure.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6424 / (812) 689-7431
Location
Business Address
1387 E US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
Weberdings Carving Shop
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 8am-noon

The family-owned woodworking shop is known all over the world for its creative, extraordinary work. Stop by and take a tour, visit the gift shop.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 934-3710
Location
Business Address
1230 St. Road 46 E
Batesville IN
47006
Wheelock Lake Campground
Long Business Description

 
Wheelock Lake Campground is proud to announce that our renovations and upgrades are well underway!
Our goal is to make our property a premier destination for outdoor recreational living in South Eastern Indiana.
We aim to become a place where families and friends can return year after year to enjoy life and make lasting memories.
We look forward to welcoming visitors from around the country in 2021.
Please follow us here and on Facebook for our latest updates at:  wheelocklakecampground

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-274-5423
Business Address
3622 E County Road 200S
Dillsboro, IN
47018
VSP Mountain Bike Trail
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Versailles State Park Mountain Bike Trail, designed and constructed by the Hoosier Mountain Bike Association volunteers. This is more than 24 miles of trails, all medium difficulty, except for the easy Turtle Trail.

Copy and paste the following link to view action video of Versailles State Park Mountain Bike trail rides:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDaQIHeY0Q4

Contact Ripley County Tourism Bureau for a copy of the Southeast Indiana Bike Trails brochure.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6424 / (812) 689-7431
Location
Business Address
1387 E US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
Indian Lakes Golf Course
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Holes: 9, Par: 36, Yards: 3173

Business Phone Number
(812) 623-4653
Location
Business Address
7234 E. State Rd. 46
Sunman, In
47041
Kelly’s Hidden Acres Golf Course
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Kelly's Hidden Acres is an 18 Hole Golf Course and Restaurant Bar on lake with 6 ponds.
Holes: 18, Par: 72, Yards: 7404

Business Phone Number
(812) 654-7118
Location
Business Address
488 Country Club Dr.
Milan, IN
47031
Thousand Trails, Indian Lakes
Long Business Description

Choose from 52 cabins to rent for a fun weekend away, or bring your camper for a stay. Fishing, boating, activities and more!

Business Phone Number
(812) 934-5496 / (800) 427-3392
Location
Business Address
7234 E. State Rd. 46
Sunman, IN
47041
Delaware Campground
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 140

Enjoy the peaceful country setting of this campground.

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-5818
Location
Business Address
4258 N. County Rd 150
Milan, IN
47031
Friendship Association Flea Market Campsites
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Open during the NMLRA shoots. Campsites: 70

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(859) 341-9188
Location
Business Address
7249 1st St
Friendship, IN
47021
Hudson’s Old Mill Campground
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 300, hook-ups and primitive

Open all year, during NMLRA and other events.

Business Phone Number
(812) 667-5322
Location
Business Address
PO Box 82
7249 First Street
Friendship IN
47021
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 30

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6535
Location
Business Address
524 W. Beach St.
Osgood
47037
Thousand Trails, Indian Lakes
Long Business Description

Choose from 52 cabins to rent for a fun weekend away, or bring your camper for a stay. Fishing, boating, activities and more!

Business Phone Number
(812) 934-5496 / (800) 427-3392
Location
Business Address
7234 E. State Rd. 46
Sunman, IN
47041
Versailles State Park Campsites
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Campsites: 220, group camp 120

Business Phone Number
(812) 689-6424 Reservations / (866) 622-6746
Location
Business Address
1387 E. US 50
Versailles, IN
47042
Wheelock Lake Campground
Long Business Description

 
Wheelock Lake Campground is proud to announce that our renovations and upgrades are well underway!
Our goal is to make our property a premier destination for outdoor recreational living in South Eastern Indiana.
We aim to become a place where families and friends can return year after year to enjoy life and make lasting memories.
We look forward to welcoming visitors from around the country in 2021.
Please follow us here and on Facebook for our latest updates at:  wheelocklakecampground

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-274-5423
Business Address
3622 E County Road 200S
Dillsboro, IN
47018
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Sunday (During the school year) ... 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Monday - Thursday ... 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday ... 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday ... 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-934-4706
Business Fax
812-934-6288
Location
Business Address
131 N Walnut St
Batesville, IN
47006
Milan Branch – Osgood Library
Business Genre
Long Business Description

MON : 10AM - 7PM
TUE : 10AM - 6PM
WED : 10AM - 6PM
THU : 10AM - 7PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM

Business Phone Number
812-654-1963
Business Fax
812-654-1332
Location
Business Address
1171 N Warpath Dr
Milan, IN
407031
Osgood Public Library
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

MON : 10AM - 6PM
TUE : 10AM - 7PM
WED : 10AM - 7PM
THU : 10AM - 6PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-689-4011
Business Fax
812-689-5062
Location
Business Address
136 West Ripley St
Osgood, IN
47037
Tyson Library
Business Name
Business Genre
Long Business Description

Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: closed

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
812-689-5894
Location
Business Address
325 W. Tyson Street
Versailles, IN
47042
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