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Spring Mill abounds in endless opportunities for recreation! The restored pioneer village is a delight as you travel through time to the early 1800s.
Twin Caves is open and offering tours daily until Labor Day 900 AM to 430 PM. Cost is $3.00 for adults and $1.00 children under twelve years of age. Tour times can be scheduled each morning at the Caves.
The Grissom Memorial honors Hoosier astronaut "Gus" Grissom, one of the seven Mercury astronauts and Americas second man in space. |
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Snuggled into a backdrop of stately oaks and rolling scenic hills, Spring Mill Inn has been one of Southern Indianas best kept secrets for over 60 years. Spring Mill Inn is located in one of Mother Natures most beautiful settings Spring Mill State Park. Literally hundreds of thousands of travelers havedined at our tables, slept peacefully in our beds and snuggled up with a good book around our fireplace. The construction of the Spring Mill Inn began with the clearing of the site in 1936. In 1937, members of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCCs) brought in native Indiana limestone from quarries in nearby Stonington. The limestone was used to build stone walls, laying the foundation work of todays wondrous structure. The CCCs were under the supervision of the Indiana Conservation Department Engineers Henry H. Morgan and Henry Prange. Before its completion two years later, however, there were several obstacles to overcome.
Financial consideration was one of the early obstacles. The State of Indiana did not have sufficient funds to build Spring Mill Inn as designed, so its east wing was deleted from the original design. Financing was finally obtained when the State of Indiana sold huge quantities of sand to the City of Chicago, IL to use as fill material following its Worlds Fair. This money was dedicated for the Spring Mill Inn project. Construction bids were submitted several times and the Whittenburg Construction Company of Louisville, KY was finally awarded the marvelous task of constructing Spring Mill Inn on the CCCs foundation.
Located in cavernous Southern Indiana, a small cave was discovered beneath oneof the proposed wings, presenting yet another obstacle. Deep pilings had to bepoured for support that was necessary to straddle the cave, measuring some 15 by29 feet. Cooling this monstrous building was yet another obstacle. Earlyconsiderations were to pump cool air, from nearby Donaldson Cave, to cool theInn. This did not materialize, as it was feared the damp air might contribute toexcessive moisture and mildew in the structure. Air conditioning was added to the Spring Mill Inn in mid 1960s.
The original architectural design called for the building to be built of logs, so that it may blend with the Pioneer Village. A second, and more feasible design was later agreed upon using native Indiana Limestone on the fa?e of the building. The exterior structure remains essentially the same today as it did when it was completed in 1939. In 1976, a major renovation added a wing of 29 sleeping rooms, which was similar to the original East Wing deleted early in the project, a large conference room overlooking Spring Mill Lake, and an indoor-outdoor pool.
When Spring Mill Inn officially opened in 1939 Myron L. Rees was appointed its first manager. The dedication ceremony included such distinguished guests as Governor Clifford Townsend, Colonel Richard Lieber, State Representative E. Y.Guernsey, U.S. Congressman Eugene B. Crowe and State Entomologist FrankWallace. Representatives from numerous local civic groups and neighboringconservation departments were present as well as the leadership of the IndianConservation Departments. As "Father of the Indiana Park System", ColonelLieber was an especially honored guest for his considerable effort in the creation of Spring Mill State Park. |
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Photograph by Jacque Bradford. A Visit to Spring Mill State Park submitted by Jacque Bradford. The next time the kids want to go to the movies, save yourself $50, hop into your car and drive... | |
Spring Mill State Park (GM-34) Spring Mills historic impact is matched by the heritage of nature that the park preserves. Containing some virgin timber, the area is pockmarked by sinkholes, and... | |
Old Mill at Spring Mill State Park (HI-10) Limestone has played an important part in construction and commerce in Indiana. In 1817, Bullitts Mill (later Hamers Mill) was constructed of locally... | |
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Spring Mill State Park Located in Lawrence County Box 376Mitchell, IN 47446 812-849-4129. Spring Mill abounds in endless opportunities for recreation! The restored pioneer village is a... | |
Distance and Direction from Louisville. 58 miles, northwest. Getting There. Go west on I-64 for 6 miles and get off at the exit for US 150 in New Albany. Stay on US 150 for 36 miles to Paoli,... | |
Keep on TrippinGo photo-hiking with Don as he takes various trips around Indiana and the country. |
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