Visitor’s Guide
Civil War Encampment Reenactment
May 4th, 5th, & 6th, 2012
One Hundred Fifty years ago, almost two million men went to war, a civil war, right here on American soil, sometimes literally brother against brother. About 1/3 of them never came back home. Step back in time and meet the men who fought in this great American conflict. Camps of both the Union and the Confederate armies will be set up with re-enactors to answer your questions and give you a glimpse into their every day world. Cannon demonstrations, a battle each day, children’s activities, food, and more.
Creative Spaces Rural Places Artisan Tour
Ohio and Switzerland Counties open their studios, galleries and shops for a virtual event celebrating the arts in rural Indiana. Over 25 different artists will show their work in 21 locations to be reviewed, discussed and purchased.
For more information, visit http://www.creativespacesruralplaces.com/
Shiner Pride Car Show
Sunday, July 1, 2012
The “Shiner Pride Show Your Pride” Car, Truck, and Bike Show will be held on Sunday, July 1, 2012. The show has been averaging 350 entrants each year. The cars are displayed on the beautiful riverfront and throughout the downtown area. The show is sponsored by the City of Rising Sun and is managed by the high school band and their parents. All of the money raised from the car show helps pay for the cost of marching band and for the band to take its trip to New York City every four years.
For more information, visit http://www.shinerpridecarshow.com/
Rising Sun QuiltFest
March 30, 31 and April 1, 2012
“QuiltFest” has grown from an initial showing of 35 quilts from the community and the Historical Society collection hung in the museum in 2002. In 2008 and 2009 the show moved to the Rising Sun Senior Citizen and Community Building with vendors, classes and 98 quilts, art quilts and art items entered in competition for cash prizes.
For more information visit http://www.risingsunquiltfest.com/
Annual Navy Bean Festival
Friday, October 12 and Saturday, October 13, 2012.
The 25th annual Rising Sun Navy Bean Festival has something for all ages! Parade, Queen Pageant, Corn Hole Tournament, 5K Run/Walk, KidZone featuring free activites and shows, and an afternoon of Senior Fun. All entertainment is free on the Festival Main Stage, the KidZone and Heritage Hall. Admission to the festival is free with parking on the streets and in the lots located in downtown Rising Sun.
For more information visit http://www.navybeanfestival.org/
