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George Rogers Clark NHP in the Eastern Time Zone

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is located in the Eastern Time Zone. The park is open 9:00 am until 5:00 pm (Eastern time). The memorial closes 15 minutes before the visitor center.

Title George Rogers Clark
Park Code gero
Description 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 freez...
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Contact
812-882-1776
GERO_Ranger_Activities@nps.gov
Activities
  • Astronomy
  • Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hands-On
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Living History
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store
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Places Count: 3

Fort Sackville

Fort Sackville was a British outpost located in what is now Vincennes during the Revolutionary War. The approximate location of Fort Sackville is near where the George Rogers Clark Memorial stands today. This fort would be in the same area as the French built fur trading post that started Vincennes in 1732.

  • Fort Sackville no longer exists today. There is a small stone marker to the right of the stairs of the Clark Memorial commemorating Fort Sackville and showing its approximant location.

George Rogers Clark Memorial

The George Rogers Clark Memorial was a major feat of architectural engineering. Constructed between 1931 and 1933 it towers over the national park's landscape. Like pieces in a puzzle, the memorial came together piece by piece until the whole was completed.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

In the midst of the American Revolution, George Rogers Clark was sent from Virginia to lead an expedition against the British in the Northwest frontier. Clark's success in capturing British forts in the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys in 1778 and 1779 allowed the Americans to claim territories that would eventually become the states of Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
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George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center

  • George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Visitor Center
  • 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. There is a 30-minute introductory movie called "Long Knives" which shares the back story of George Rogers Clark and his military campaign. Before going to the Clark Memorial, check with the ranger at the visitor center.
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  • Visit the Clark Memorial
  • Visit the Memorial and see the seven (7) murals that tell the story of Clark and the Old Northwest along with a statue of George Rogers Clark. Please stop by the visitor center first.

  • Become a Junior Ranger at George Rogers Clark
  • The Junior Ranger program helps kids get involved and learn more about George Rogers Clark and the Revolutionary War. Anyone can become a Junior Ranger by completing activities during a park visit.

  • Park Film - Long Knives
  • A 30 minute film talking about George Rogers Clark, his march to Vincennes, and the attack on Fort Sackville. 

  • 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. The Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern.
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