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There are some other things to do in the area, not all of them are directly in Jasper but, it sounds like you have a car. Here are some ideas:
Dr. Ted’s Music MarvelsDr. Ted’s Musical Marvels
This one-of-a-kind museum offers a colossal collection of restored mechanical musical instruments from around the world. From music boxes and nickelodeons to the cheerful sounds of orchestrions, street organs, and player pianos, Dr. Ted’s embodies unique pieces from the 1800s to the mid-1900s.
US 231 (1/2 mile north of I-64 exit 57) Dale; (812) 937-4250
www.drteds.com
Huntingburg Museum
This museum illustrates the life and times of the people of Huntingburg through pictures, artifacts, and other documentation. Included are various war memorabilia, a 1901 “Huntingburg Tour Car”, items from “A League of Their Own”, and the bed of Colonel Geiger, founder of Huntingburg.
508 E. 4th St., Huntingburg; (812) 683-2211
Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame
Dedicated to the sport of baseball and its Indiana heroes, this museum showcases memorabilia from high school, collegiate, and professional athletes throughout the Hoosier State. Displays include a unique sampling of jerseys, gloves, bats, and plaques significant to the history of Indiana baseball. Located on Vincennes University Jasper Campus.
850 College Ave., Jasper; (812) 482-2262
www.indbaseballhalloffame.org
Jasper Arts Center/Krempp Gallery
One of the finest entertainment, cultural, and educational venues in southern Indiana, this facility draws worldwide talent and experiences to an intimate setting and enriches the lives of more than 35,000 visitors annually. The 675-seat theater offers some of the highest quality professional performing arts events and programs
currently on tour at affordable prices. The Krempp Gallery, which hosts twelve exhibits annually, houses artwork from local, regional, and nationally-recognized artists. Located on Vincennes University Jasper Campus.
951 College Ave., Jasper; (812) 482-3070
www.jasperarts.org
Kapp Winery Orchard & More
Award-winning Kapp Winery features homemade estate wines picked, crushed, fermented, aged, bottled, and labeled by the owners themselves. The Winery offers wine-tasting, tours of the facility including the orchard, and a gift shop featuring owner Art Kapp’s famous “Peanut Brittle”.
8716 W. State Road. 56, Ireland; (812) 482-6115
Marengo Caves/Cave Country Canoes
Take a tour through Crystal Palace, pan for gemstones, crawl through the cave simulator, or explore an undeveloped natural cave at this beautiful national landmark. (39 miles east of Jasper)
State Road 64, Marengo; (812) 365-2705
www.marengocave.com
Amish Country
Experience the quiet lifestyle of the Amish, who first settled in southern Indiana during the mid-1850s. Tour homes, quilt and craft stores, woodworking establishments, and buggy, wheel, and harness shops. (21 miles northwest of Jasper)
(800) 449-5262
www.daviesscounty.net
French Lick Springs Casino
Enjoy one of the finest and newest Indiana casinos with 1,200 slot machines, 32 table games, and a 14-table poker room. This nautically-themed casino features ornate architecture, as well as VIP services and a lounge area. (25 miles northeast of Jasper)
Indiana Railway Museum
Board a diesel locomotive for a 20 mile train excursion through the Hoosier National Forest and the 2,200 foot Burton Tunnel, one of the longest railroad tunnels in the state. (25 miles northeast of Jasper)
State Rd.. 56, French Lick; (800) 748-7246
www.indianarailwaymuseum.org
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial & Living Historical Farm
Learn about the boyhood years of Abraham Lincoln with a tour of the visitor’s center, the burial place of Lincoln’s mother (Nancy Hanks Lincoln), and a stop at the Living History Farm where harvesting and farming currently take place on the same fields Abe and his father farmed nearly 200 years ago. (20 miles south of Jasper)
Hwy. 162, Lincoln City; (812) 937-4541
Lincoln State Park
This scenic 1,700-acre state park features a lake and beach area, nature center, picnic area, hiking trails, fishing, camping, family cabins, boat rentals, and shelter houses. Naturalist programs and historical sites are also available. (20 miles south of Jasper)
Hwy. 162, Lincoln City; (812) 937-4710
St. Meinrad Archabbey
Founded in 1854 by Switzerland monks, the Archabbey is home to 135 Benedictine monks and offers beautiful architecture, as well as a peaceful and spiritual retreat. (21 miles southeast of Jasper)
State Rd. 62, St. Meinrad; (800) 581-6905
www.saintmeinrad.edu
Ferdinand State Forest
This 7,640-acre area includes primitive campsites, picnic shelters, restrooms, playground equipment, hunting, fishing, boat rental, hiking, a beach, and boat ramp.
6583 E. State Rd. 264, Ferdinand; (812) 367-1524
Jasper Riverwalk
Explore the simplicity of nature with a walk or bike ride on this 2.1-mile paved path in the center of Jasper. Running along the Patoka River, the Riverwalk features a beautiful gazebo, three footbridges, shelter houses, seating along the River, and indoor restroom facilities.
Off 3rd Ave. near Patoka River, Jasper
Huntingburg League Stadium
Built in 1894 and renovated in the early 1990s, this historical stadium served as home field for the Rockford Peaches in the taping of the hit motion picture, “A League of Their Own”, featuring Tom Hanks and Madonna. Original advertisements from the film still remain along the outfield fence. The Stadium also starred in the HBO movie, “Soul of the Game” and is home to the Dubois County Bombers collegiate baseball team.
1st & Cherry Sts., Huntingburg; (812) 683-2211
Jasper Downtown Shopping District & Historical Walking Tour
This beautiful area of Jasper is filled with vitality, history, and a variety of shops. Main Street and the area around the square provide an ideal background for great shopping and special festivities throughout the year. Relaxing and informative, the walking tour encompasses nearly two miles and includes visits to more than 20 of Jasper's oldest sites, many of which lie in the historic downtown area.
(812) 482-6866
Schnitzelbank Restaurant
Opened in 1961, this premier restaurant has gained an international reputation for its authentic German and American cuisine and ranks as one of the top ten independent restaurants in Indiana.
393 3rd Ave., Jasper; (812) 482-2640
www.schnitzelbank.com
Dubois Lanes – Bowling
104 E. 13th St., Huntingburg; (812) 683-2754
Fuzzy’s Miniature Golf & Go-Karts
Enjoy miniature golf, go-karts, games, and batting cages.
700 2nd Ave., Jasper; (812) 482-9800
www.gofuzzys.com
Jasper 8 Cinemas - Eight Screen Movie Theater
256 Brucke Strasse, Jasper; (812) 482-9388
Skate Palace - Roller skating rink
1013 W. 4th St., Jasper; (812) 482-4565
Here are a few websites that might help:
http://www.visitduboiscounty.com/
www.jasperindiana.gov
www.state.in.us
www.downtownjasper.org
www.visitindiana.net
I hope this helps you have a wonderful trip
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