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
Batesville
47006
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
Batesville, IN
47006
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!
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
Madison, IN
47250
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.
The Damm family started a theatre in this location in 1922. The building was remodeled and opened again in June 2008.
Osgood, IN
47037
Campsites: 140
Enjoy the peaceful country setting of this campground.
Milan, IN
47031
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.
Batesville, IN
47006
Open during the NMLRA shoots. Campsites: 70
Friendship, IN
47021
Dr. C.W. Gibson built this theatre in 1921, first for theatrical plays and later "talking pictures".
Batesville IN
47006
Campsites: 300, hook-ups and primitive
Open all year, during NMLRA and other events.
7249 First Street
Friendship IN
47021
Holes: 9, Par: 36, Yards: 3173
Sunman, In
47041
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.
Kelly's Hidden Acres is an 18 Hole Golf Course and Restaurant Bar on lake with 6 ponds.
Holes: 18, Par: 72, Yards: 7404
Milan, IN
47031
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.
Batesville IN
47006
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.
Milan, IN
47031
MON : 10AM - 7PM
TUE : 10AM - 6PM
WED : 10AM - 6PM
THU : 10AM - 7PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM
Milan, IN
407031
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.
Friendship, IN
47021
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
Osgood, IN
47037
MON : 10AM - 6PM
TUE : 10AM - 7PM
WED : 10AM - 7PM
THU : 10AM - 6PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM
Osgood, IN
47037
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).
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 1pm-4pm
The place to visit to research your family & roots.
Versailles IN
47042
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
Osgood, IN
47037
Campsites: 47 RV hookups with electric and water; primitive camping
$40 for electric and water sites $25.00 for primitive sites per night
47 RV hookups with electric and water;
Showers/restrooms, Dump Station, Playground, Paved walkways, and Shelters
Contact Christi Volz, Park Manager @ parks@ripleycounty.in.gov
Osgood, IN
47037
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
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!
Batesville, IN
47006
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.
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.
Sunman, IN
47041
Choose from 52 cabins to rent for a fun weekend away, or bring your camper for a stay. Fishing, boating, activities and more!
Sunman, IN
47041
Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: closed
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
47042
Southern Route
Northern Polar Star Route
O & M Railroad Route
Flat Rock Route
Napoleon Route
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
Campsites: 220, group camp 120
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
Versailles, IN
47042
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.
Batesville IN
47006
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
Dillsboro, IN
47018