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Murphy Auditorium brings big city theater and music to small town Posey County. The auditorium an historic performance space that seats about 350 and is used for plays, concerts, lectures and conferences. Built around 1912 by the Working Men’s Institute, it features a beautifully carved proscenium arch, which is a classic theater style that creates a “window” around the scenery and performers. Continue reading
Maclure Park is a mid-twentieth century holdover, with a two story wooden bandshell, picnic tables and an old fashioned metal playground with a merry-go-round, swing set and slide. The park can be rented through the town of New Harmony for family reunions or other outdoor gatherings. Continue reading
Holy Angels Catholic Church Community Center can accommodate up to 120 people of wedding parties, anniversaries, class reunions or other events. It has a kitchen, dining room and bathroom. Tables and chairs are provided. Continue reading
Murphy Park is a large public park featuring both old and new style playgrounds, a basketball court, fitness stations and abundant spaces for picnics or other outdoor activities, including a shelter house that can be rented for special occasions. Its playgrounds include Playtopia, which is designed for children of all ages and includes wooden walkways and castles, as well as a fenced area for two to four-year-olds with a playhouses representing New Harmony’s main street. It is ADA accessible. It also features camping spaces with water and electric. Continue reading