More than two centuries after its composition, the original 1816 Indiana Constitution will return temporarily to the place where it was written, commemorating two significant milestones in the history of the state and the nation. This rare opportunity for visitors to connect with Indiana’s heritage is also part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites’ year-long celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Visitors can see the foundational document during guided tours of the Corydon Capitol State Historic Site. Corydon Capitol is open Wednesday through Sunday with guided tours at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Book your tour.
The Indiana Archives and Records Administration has provided the original constitution on loan to the historic site in recognition of the 210th anniversary of Indiana’s first constitutional convention in Corydon.