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Gentryville, Indiana

Gentryville

History is in the Name

The town of Gentryville is named for James Gentry, an early settler. But the highlight of the area is the Colonel Jones Home, the restored 1834 home of Abraham Lincoln’s merchant employer, and open for tours. The Colonel Jones Home is operated by Lincoln State Park; call (812) 937-1979 to arrange a tour of this historic property. 

 

Another Oasis
502.810.8626
103 West Boone Street
Gentryville, IN 47537
Antique Shak
812.937.2533
Old Highway 231
Gentryville, IN 47537
Colonel Jones Home
812.937.1979
620 East County Road 1575 North
Gentryville, IN 47537
Family Oasis
502.810.8626
905 North Main Street
Gentryville, IN 47537
Gentryville Park
(812) 937-2407
809 Park Drive
Gentryville, Indiana 47573


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Holidays in the Sky Drone and Fireworks Spectacular
June 20 - Aug 3, 2026
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June 26 , 2026
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June 7 - 28, 2026
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July 4 , 2026
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