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Clarksville, Indiana
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The fossil beds at the park date back over 390 million years, offering a unique glimpse into ancient marine life.
Meriwether Lewis met William Clark near the falls in 1803 to begin their famous expedition to explore the western territories of the United States.
The center provides interactive exhibits on the area's natural and cultural history, including the impact of the Ohio River on local development.
The Ohio River served as a critical crossing point for enslaved people seeking freedom in the North, with the park's location playing a part in this history.
The park is a designated Important Bird Area, attracting a variety of migratory birds throughout the year.
The park's fossil beds are part of the larger Jeffersonville Limestone formation, which extends into parts of Kentucky and Indiana.
