Overview
Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Inspired by a presentation sponsored by the Arts Council, Village Voyagers are joining forces with Indiana Landmarks, the US's largest preservation organization.
Together, they are organizing a tour that highlights community spirit through the visitation of four restored sites in Southern Indiana. These sites, preserved since 1960, are a testament to the importance of community heritage for current and future generations.
On this tour, we will visit four of these sites clustered in Southern Indiana.
Tour Locations
Eleutherian Collage
Located in the former town of Lancaster, the college was founded in 1848 to educate enslaved people who were freed or had escaped to the north in search of freedom.
Eagle Cotton Mill
The mill was built in 1884, employing hundreds of workers and producing twine, candle wick, and fabric which was shipped worldwide.
Shrewsbury-Windle House
Built in 1884 for Charles Shrewsbury, a riverboat captain, the house features 12 rooms, 13 fireplaces and a 53-step spiral staircase.
Hanover and Hanover College
Hanover College was founded in 1827 and is the oldest private college in Indiana.
Package Inclusions
- Round-trip luxury motorcoach transportation.
- Visits to the four sites listed above with a representative from each restoration organization discussing the restoration process.
- Catered lunch at the Fairfield Inn.
- Donation to each restoration organization.
- Appropriate gratuities including the driver.
- Avion Tours escort throughout the trip.
Cost of the Tour
The tour costs $189.00 per person. The cost breakdown is as follows: Transportation = 58% Meals = 18% Donation to Sites = 24%
Reservations and Payments
Please call Cathi at Avion Tours (317-459-7634) to make your reservation(s) or send an email to Lew at: lew@aviontoursandtravel.com.
Final payment date is Friday, July 5, 2024. For reservations received after Friday, May 24th a $15.00 service fee will be added to cover the cost of updating the reservations at the various locations.
Cancellations
There are no refunds after the final payment date which is Friday, July 5, 2024.
Special notes:
- There will not be a pre-trip meeting. January 2, 2024
- For more in-depth understanding about this trip and the sites, we strongly recommend the following resources:
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Payments, and Reservation Details
- Credit card payments: Call Cathi
- Checks mail to: Avion Tours, 1421 Cherry Tree Road, Avon, IN, 46123
- Email: cathi@aviontoursandtravel.com
Lew White 📞 317-935-7205 (mobile)
Inquiries and Reservations
- Email: lew@aviontoursandtravel.com
Additional Resources
Indiana Landmarks
Our tour is coordinated by Indiana Landmarks. Their website hosts extensive information about the historic sites in Indiana.
Eleutherian College
The Eleutherian College, a historic educational institution located in the former town of Lancaster, can be explored in more detail here.
Eagle Cotton Mill
An important part of Indiana's industrial history, originally built in 1884.
Eagle Cotton Mill, an important part of Indiana's industrial history, was originally built in 1884. For more information, please visit their website.
Shrewsbury-Windle House
The Shrewsbury-Windle House, a beautifully restored house built in 1848 for riverboat captain Charles Shrewsbury, has more information available on their website.
Hanover College
Founded in 1827, Hanover College is the oldest private college in Indiana.