Tag Archives: Walking
It’s that time of year for the trees to start changing, baggy sweaters and pumpkin spiced everything! Posey County, IN is the perfect fall destination if you are looking to getaway with family, friends or a loved one. There is beauty and … Continue reading
The Wabash River park within Harmonie State Park is one of the nicest spots to enjoy the Wabash. It has a short trail along the river’s steep bank and the sunsets, often spectacularly, at a bend downriver. There are several picnic tables and a nice modern playground. Continue reading
Historic New Harmony offers a guided walking / tram tour of New Harmony. The tour begins with an informative tour of the Atheneum and a movie that gives a general overview of New Harmony and its history. The tour then continues out through the town where it makes stops at both Harmonist and Owen periods sites such as the Lenz House, which was built by a prominent Harmonist family in the early 1800’s and is representative of the way they lived; the Granary, which is a fabulous building that has ween many uses over the years, and Thrall’s Opera House, among other fascinating stops. Continue reading
Inspired by a story of Saint Francis of Assisi, the Chapel of the Little Portion was designed by the noted sculptor, Stephen de Staebler and features a beautiful, polished steel cross facing the lake. Continue reading
The Harmonist Labyrinth is a hedge maze that has been recreated to reflect the original Harmonist layout. It’s a long-time favorite for Posey County school children and visitors alike. In the middle of the maze sits the grotto; a circular building where a visitor can rest and relax before finding his or her way back out. Continue reading