Clarksville, Indiana

1. Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center

Address: 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville, IN 47129.

Begin indoors if you want the outdoor landscape to make sense. Exhibits move through ancient seas, changing landforms, Indigenous history, settlement, and river ecology. Viewing areas look out toward the river and fossil beds.

The Foundation lists immersive exhibits, an auditorium, wildlife-viewing areas, and a gift shop. It is also a useful option when the river is high or the weather discourages a longer outdoor visit. Check admission and holiday closures before going. Interpretive center

2. The exposed fossil beds

Location: Riverfront at Falls of the Ohio State Park.

DNR says late summer into autumn generally provides the best access as river levels tend to be lower. Actual water levels still control what can be reached on a particular day.

Look closely at the rock rather than treating the beds as scenery alone. Collecting from the natural beds and riverbank is prohibited; the park provides separate quarry-material collecting piles near the parking area where removal is allowed. Keep that distinction in mind if visiting with a young fossil enthusiast. DNR park information

3. George Rogers Clark homesite and Old Clarksville

Location: The historic riverfront area associated with Falls of the Ohio State Park.

The National Park Service describes the old town landscape, including Clark's cabin site and mill site. This is a place to think about settlement and river travel rather than expect an intact early village.

Important correction to older descriptions: DNR states that the cabin no longer exists. Some older photographs and pages still show a reconstructed cabin. Plan for the historic site and interpretation, not a cabin-interior tour. National Park Service history · Current DNR description

4. Ohio River Greenway

Location: The Indiana riverfront connecting Clarksville, Jeffersonville, and New Albany.

The Greenway Commission describes a 7.5-mile riverfront corridor developed through cooperation among the three communities. The route provides a way to see Clarksville as part of a connected river landscape rather than an isolated attraction.

Choose a manageable out-and-back section or arrange your return before attempting a longer trip. Check current route information and closures. The full corridor is more than a short stroll around the interpretive center. Ohio River Greenway

5. Colgate Clock

Address reference: 1401 S. Clark Boulevard, Clarksville, IN 47129.

The enormous clock is an exterior landmark at the former Colgate-Palmolive complex. It is particularly useful as a visual reminder of the riverfront's industrial history. Observe it from lawful public viewpoints; the landmark's visibility does not establish public access to the factory buildings.

Clock historians identify its relocation from Jersey City as part of a larger story involving an even larger replacement clock there. Clarksville's familiar face has a history beyond the Indiana riverbank. NAWCC Chapter 35

6. Lapping Park

Address: 2404 Greentree North, Clarksville, IN 47129.

Visit Indiana lists wooded walking trails, playgrounds, disc golf, and Wooded View Golf Course among the park's features. This makes a useful inland alternative to the exposed riverfront.

The local parks department lists shelters near recreation areas and notes that restroom provision changes seasonally. Decide whether you want a trail walk, a picnic, or a booked activity, then use the relevant facility information rather than assuming everything operates on one schedule. Visit Indiana · Parks facilities

7. Ashland riverfront picnic setting

Location: Riverside Drive, Clarksville, Indiana.

The parks department identifies the Ashland shelter as a river-view setting. It can provide a quieter pause during a waterfront visit, especially if the main purpose is simply to watch the river and look across toward Louisville. Check shelter availability and posted rules if planning a group gathering. Clarksville Parks

8. Derby Dinner Playhouse

Address: 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN 47129.

Opened in 1974, Derby Dinner combines a meal with professional theater. Its program includes musicals and comedies, making it a distinct evening option after a history or outdoor-focused day. Select a production and booking before traveling; this is a scheduled performance experience rather than a drop-in museum. Theater history and visitor information