National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

Midwest

About George Rogers Clark

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of the Illinois country, had marched through freezing floodwaters to gain this victory. The fort’s capture assured United States claims to the frontier, an area nearly as large as the original 13 states.

From the National Park Service.

Region: Midwest
State: Indiana
Designation: National Historical Park
Entrance fee: None listed

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to George Rogers Clark.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Visitor Center

Mon: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 9:00AM - 5:00PM

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, bookstore, and restrooms. The 30-minute introductory movie called "Long Knives" shares the backstory of George Rogers Clark and his campaign during the American Revolution. Before going to the Clark Memorial, check-in with a ranger at the visitor center.

Weather and when to go

The weather in the area is quite typical for the Midwest. The average temperature for the winter months is in the mid 30s, but the summers can often be hot and humid with temperatures reaching into the 90s.

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.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 401 S. 2nd Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Phone: (812) 882-1776
Email: GERO_Ranger_Activities@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/gero

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for George Rogers Clark

Tell us your dates and what you are into. We group the stops by where they are, so each day is one part of the park, not a zigzag.

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Things to do in George Rogers Clark

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Visit the Clark Memorial

Self-Guided Tours - Walking · about 15 min

Visit the Memorial and see the seven (7) murals that tell the story of Clark and the Old Northwest along with a statue of George Rogers Clark. Please stop by the visitor center fi…
Park Film - Long Knives

Park Film · about 30 min

A 30 minute film talking about George Rogers Clark, his march to Vincennes, and the attack on Fort Sackville.
See the Visitor Center

Museum Exhibits · about 15 min

Start your experience at the Visitor Center. Park Staff and volunteers will be located at the front desk to greet you and answer questions. Allow yourself at least a few minutes t…