Author's Afternoon at the John Hay Center - September 7th

‍Join the John Hay Center for a day with Hoosier authors at The Depot Railroad Museum! A variety of local authors will be attending, including several talented authors from our local Writers Bloc who have been featured in a plethora of contests and publications as well as award-winning Indiana Author, Ray Boomhower!

Mr. Boomhower will deliver a talk entitled, Gemini 3: Gus Grissom, John Young, and the Flight of the Unsinkable Molly Brown which examines America’s quest to place a man on the moon. Boomhower is a Senior Editor at the Indiana Historical Society Press who edits Traces of Indiana and Midwestern History, and has had articles featured in the Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, and Smithsonian.

The Authors Fair will be from 3PM to 5PM, followed by an introduction to Ray Boomhower by John Hay Center Executive Director Jeremy Elliott at 5:30PM, and Mr. Boomhower's talk at 6PM.

This event is FREE for the public to attend, but be sure to have some change to support our local authors. 

This event is made possible by Indiana Humanities and Indiana Author Awards.

‍5th Southern Indiana Junior Rodeo of the Season - September 14th

‍ These rodeo events are designed for grade specific children. There is a Pre- Kindergarten Division, a Kindergarten through 2nd Grade Division, 3rd Grade through 5th Grade Division, and a 6th Grade through 8th Grade Division.

The events are designed to prepare cowboys and cowgirls for future rodeos. This is a very kid friendly environment. We look forward to seeing past participates as well as meet new ones. 

Grind XI Andersen/Goode Memorial 5k Run/Walk with a Chicken Barbecue at Beck's Mill - September 14th

‍The race begins at Beck's Mill at 9:00am on September 14th.  Racers will receive breakfast by Shady Patch as part of their entry fee. Chicken BBQ begins at 11:00am and is sponsored by Mt Carmel, Tyson and Walmart.

A local Mustang Car Club will be displaying about 20 cars at 2:00pm.

Campbellsburg Country Festival - September 20th

‍The 2024 Campbellsburg Country Festival is the 30th year for the small town festival. The festival provides free family friendly entertainment, music, a parade, craft and commercial vendors, festive events, contests, and a great variety of food options. The event is held at the community shelter house by the playground right in the center of town.

‍Friday Night on the Salem Square - September 20th

‍The Washington County Chamber of Commerce invites you to a delightful evening under the stars from 6:00pm to 9pm on September 20th, around our iconic Courthouse.

The Salem Square will be a host to a variety of fantastic booths – we're talking retail shops showcasing their latest wares, delicious food trucks tempting your taste buds, informative displays from local organizations, and engaging activities that will keep the whole family entertained!

Beck's Mill Artist Series - September 22nd

By Dusty Lynn Baker

Instructor/Beck’s Mill Resident Artist

Artist Topic - The Chicken House

Join Beck's Mill this season for a blend of artistic activities as you learn the history and myths of Beck's Mill. Monthly from April to October, we'll explore a new site while expressing our hidden talents through creative writing, sketching, painting, music, collage and more. Learn about the history of the Mill, the science of the water source, the botany from natives to Essie's imports, as well as the culture and myths surrounding our local treasure.

Cost is $15 per session, or $75 for the season. (All proceeds benefit the mill, minus the supplies. Dusty does this strictly as a volunteer of the historic Beck’s Mill.)

Sunday’s, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Washington Co. Farmers Market - Saturday Mornings

The Washington County Farmers Market has locally grown and produced veggies, honey, maple syrup, sorghum, farm-raised beef, pork & lamb, home-baked goods, baking & spice mixes, farm fresh cut flower arrangements, local art & more!

The Washington County Farmers’ Market will open on Saturdays in the parking lot of the Washington County Justice Center located at 801 S. Jackson St in Salem, Indiana.

The market is open from 8:30am - 12:00pm.

When produce is more plentiful, the market will open on Tuesdays from 4:00PM - 6:00PM.

New vendors are invited. If interested, contact the Purdue Extension - Washington Co. office for more information.‍

‍Beer on the Bricks - September 28th

The Beta Tau Chapter of Tri-Kappa supports philanthropic efforts used locally for educational scholarships and invites you to attend Beer on the Bricks in Historic Downtown Salem. Be sure to get with your favorite Tri Kappa girl if you want to reserve a table for 10…they go fast!

‍‍The Washington County Tourism Board is committed to the promotion of groups and activities whose actions and functions encourage the growth of tourism and visitors to the county.

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Washington County Tourism Commission, 99 Public Square, Salem Indiana

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