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Historic Tyson United Methodist Church - located in Versailles

Welcome to Milan - Home of the 1954 State Basketball Champions. (My dad was actually on one of the only teams to beat MIlan that year)

The Ripley County 4-H Fair - is held annually at the Ripley County Park, located in Osgood.

Central House of Napoleon - The former hotel, built c1850 was a well-known stopping place on the Indianapolis-Cincinnati stagecoach route. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Ripley County Courthouse - Built in 1861 Robbed by Morgan's Raiders during the Civil War.

The Friendship National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association Spring and Fall Shoots - with tepees, festival atmosphere and unique eating and trading stands. The NMLRA is the association for muzzleloading shooters and hunters: Men, women, and young people interested in preserving our American heritage through living history reenactments, a variety of competitive shooting opportunities at levels ranging from local matches to international competition, the added challenge of hunting with a muzzleloading firearm, and the power of an association defending their rights to hunt with, shoot, and own muzzleloading firearms.

I've never filed a muzzle loading rifle in my life, but I always enjoyed going to the shoots when I was younger, they had a very interesting atmosphere and great flea markets.

Sunman Ballonfest - Hot Air Balloon Race and Festival

World Record Pumpkins Festival - on Courthouse Square in Versailles.

The Sherman House - in Batesville. German restaurant and inn. This unique, old inn will make you feel welcome the instant you enter. Its location in the city of furniture is one of the foremost attractions.

At the Sherman House you will find the kind of quiet comfort you'll enjoy as a travel break or a weekend retreat. Our private guest rooms and suites combine the historic charm of a century-old inn with modern conveniences such as air-conditioning, telephone and cable television. Ideal for a seekend getaway, the Sherman House is a haven of restful comfort.

The Sherman House Restaurant, home to the popular Raspberry Fest in July and the Apple Harvest Festival in the fall, draws travelers and tour groups alike with its pleasant and comfortable surroundings.

We've never stayed in the inn, but the restaurant has EXCELLENT German and American food and a pleasant atmosphere. This is a VERY nice place to eat.

Versailles State Park - Box 205, Versailles. (812) 689-6424. Outstanding topographical features include Laughery Creek which is jointed by Fallen Timber Creek, scenic hillsides with limestone outcroppings, upland wooded areas and fields and brush. Laughery Creek flows south through the park and later joins the Ohio River. Fine specimens of oak, hickory, tulip poplar, beech, maple and walnut trees combine with dramatic changes in topography to give this park a diverse natural character.

Activities and Facilities: Boat rentals, camping, campstore, concessions, firewood, fishing, group camp, hiking, interpretive service, nature center, picnic areas, saddle barn & horse trails, shelter, swimming.


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