Tours

Whitewater Canal State Historic Site

The Whitewater Canal State Historic site operates a horse-drawn canal boat, the Ben Franklin III, ((NOT in operation until further notice) and the Metamora Grist Mill.

Whispers on the Canal Ghost Tours 🐶

We offer a walking ghost tour in the beautiful, historic town of Metamora, IN.In Metamora’s 188 years of history, we will share stories about the buildings, canal history, accidents, and murders that took place in our little transportation town. Metamo

Weberding Carving Shop

Browse through their shop and see magnificent pieces of art. You may even find one you want to take home with you. This is a place you will want to stop and just look around. William J. Weberding established Weberding’s Carving Shop in Batesville, Indi

Sisters of St. Francis Convent Tour

Visit the historic buildings of the Franciscan Sisters at their Convent in Oldenburg, Indiana. Most of the buildings date back to the late 19th century and early 20th century. Contact the Sisters at 812-933-6514 or leave a message at the switchboard at

Metamora Gem Mine in the Village

Gem mine where you can select different size buckets at various price points and pan for numerous gems and fossils. Gifts from mild to wild! Snack bar. From Only in your State ” When you think of mines, Indiana isn’t the first place that typically come

Horse Drawn Canal Boat (NOT in operation until further notice)

Check out the old Metamora Grist Mill, an early method of grain manufacturing, and even see grinding demonstrations on select days.Enjoy a ride on the Ben Franklin III, a canal boat pulled by two Belgian draft horses. (NOT in operation until further no

Hoosier Donkey Rescue & Sanctuary

A 501(c)(3), we provide compassionate rehabilitation, lifelong sanctuary for those who need it, & thoughtfully matched adoptions for donkeys ready to begin a new chapter in safe, loving homes. We rely on donations and 100% goes direct to the animal