George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park Indiana
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.
Entry Fees
No additional fees
Weather Information
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.
Address
401 S. 2nd Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Activities & Topics
Astronomy Fishing Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hands-On Arts and Crafts Living History Historic Weapons Demonstration Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Architecture and Building American Revolution Explorers and Expeditions Forts Military Battlefields Monuments and Memorials Schools and Education Wars and Conflicts American Revolutionary War Night Sky Astronomy
Contact Information
Operating Hours
wednesday
9
monday
9
thursday
9
sunday
9
tuesday
9
friday
9
saturday
9