National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Indiana. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Indiana National Historical Park No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

Fireworks over the Clark memorial
Vincennes Celebrates Independence Day · Photo: NPS Photo / Frank Doughman (via nps.gov)

About the park

“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.”

Active alerts

1

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 1 information.

Information

George Rogers Clark NHP in the Eastern Time Zone

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is located in the Eastern Time Zone. The memorial closes 15 minutes before the visitor center.

Posted or updated Sep 27, 2025 ·Details on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

wooden chairs in row with a screen and a stage
Photo: NPS

Park Film - Long Knives

A 30 minute film talking about George Rogers Clark, his march to Vincennes, and the attack on Fort Sackville.

30 Minutes Year-round

Park Film

Desk with doors to the right
Photo: NPS

See the Visitor Center

Start your experience at the Visitor Center. Park Staff and volunteers will be located at the front desk to greet you and answer questions. Allow yourself at least a few minutes to become oriented to the park operation.

5-20 Minutes Year-round

Museum Exhibits

See all 4 things to do in George Rogers Clark →

Activities the NPS lists for George Rogers Clark.

AstronomyFishingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnArts and CraftsLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Operating hours

The George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center is a great place to start your visit. The visitor center contains a small exhibit area, bookstore, and restrooms.

Visitor Center
DayHours
Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM

Weather: 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.

Contact and directions

Phone
8128821776 ext. 1210
Email
[email protected]
Address
401 S. 2nd Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Coordinates
38.6791, -87.5355· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center—8128821776 ext. 1210Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/gero/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.