Canoe beneath covered bridges and past famous crinoid beds. General Lew Wallace wrote his famous novel Ben-Hur in the heart of Crawfordsville, Indiana . His personal library, the Ben-Hur Museum is a National Historic Landmark and just a stones throw away from historic Lane Place , a totally restored 19th century antebellum home. Just a few blocks away stands the Old Jail Museum , featuring the world's only operating rotary jail cellblock constructed in 1882 and listed on the National Register.
Outdoor recreation includes canoeing down the number one scenic stream in the state, Sugar Creek.
Rent a canoe at Clements within the ci ty limits, choosing the trip length of your choice. Welcome to Crawfordsville . No matter if you're here on business or pleasure, raise your expectations upon arrival. We aren't rated the 43rd Best Small Town in America because we're average. Visitors will enjoy exceptional attractions, recreation, shopping and dining.