French Lick Indiana
French Lick Indiana, located in beautiful and picturesque south central
Indiana has been a favorite retreat for many years. Probably most well
known as being the home of basketball great and Boston Celtics star
,Larry Bird , French Lick has a long and varied history.
Originally a French trading post, it was built near a spring and a salt lick in the early 1800’s. A fortified ranger post was established in 1811 and the town was officially founded in 1857. Because of the sulphur springs the town began being promoted as a spa town in the 1840s.
Rapidly gaining notoriety, the rich and famous began visiting for the health benefits. In the early 1920’s a casino was built which attracted the likes of Joe Louis, Irvin Berlin and Al Capone. It is a well know fact that John Dillinger used it for a hide out during his reign of terror.
At one time the Chicago Cubs held spring training there and Franklin Roosevelt announced his intention to run for president during the Governor’s Conference.
Today, the resort still reigns as one of the most popular destinations in the mid west. With a golf course, a railroad excursion that passes and stops by the childhood home of Larry Bird, and many local attractions to draw visitors, there are many activities to keep one occupied for days.
The
resort itself has much to offer, the old hotel has been refurbished and
offers American Plan dining, a complete health spa, and mineral baths.
Also included in the offering a beautiful timeshare has been constructed
with facilities to match those found any where.
Anytime of year would be a good time to go as the Indiana climate offers a variety of activities from summer golf to winter snow skiing and world famous Santa Claus Indiana.
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Originally a French trading post, it was built near a spring and a salt lick in the early 1800’s. A fortified ranger post was established in 1811 and the town was officially founded in 1857. Because of the sulphur springs the town began being promoted as a spa town in the 1840s.
Rapidly gaining notoriety, the rich and famous began visiting for the health benefits. In the early 1920’s a casino was built which attracted the likes of Joe Louis, Irvin Berlin and Al Capone. It is a well know fact that John Dillinger used it for a hide out during his reign of terror.
At one time the Chicago Cubs held spring training there and Franklin Roosevelt announced his intention to run for president during the Governor’s Conference.
Today, the resort still reigns as one of the most popular destinations in the mid west. With a golf course, a railroad excursion that passes and stops by the childhood home of Larry Bird, and many local attractions to draw visitors, there are many activities to keep one occupied for days.
The
resort itself has much to offer, the old hotel has been refurbished and
offers American Plan dining, a complete health spa, and mineral baths.
Also included in the offering a beautiful timeshare has been constructed
with facilities to match those found any where. Anytime of year would be a good time to go as the Indiana climate offers a variety of activities from summer golf to winter snow skiing and world famous Santa Claus Indiana.
Now you can follow me on Kindle.
Posted by The Florida Hoosier at 8/8/2011 9:21 AM 
Categories: Mid West
Tags: basketballhigh school basketball Indiana high school basketball historic places hotel Santa Claus
Categories: Mid West
Tags: basketballhigh school basketball Indiana high school basketball historic places hotel Santa Claus
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