Southern Indiana Trails

  Explore scenic trails, peaceful parks, and the stories behind the places you love with Southern Indiana Trails . Find inspiration for your next outdoor outing, discover regional destinations, and explore local history—from Evansville’s Roberts Stadium legacy to the evolving green space of Roberts Park. Whether you’re planning a weekend walk or looking for somewhere new to explore, start your journey here. Visit Southern Indiana Trails Explore the Outdoors.  Discover the History.

  Today 7:22 PM From Stadium to Park: The Rebirth of Evansville’s Historic Grounds For more than half a century, the corner of Division Street and Boeke Road was synonymous with cheering crowds, roaring rock concerts, and basketball history. Today, the pavement and grandstands are gone, replaced by open grassy fields and the quiet rustle of nearby trees . The transformation of Roberts Municipal Stadium into Roberts Park is one of Evansville’s most significant urban renewal stories—a journey from a bustling mid-century arena to a revitalized community green space. 1956: A Mid-Century Landmark Arrives In the early 1950s, Evansville Mayor Hendrik O. Roberts championed the construction of a modern indoor arena capable of hosting major athletic tournaments, conventions, and expositions. When it opened in 1956 , Roberts Municipal Stadium seated roughly 12,500 fans beneath an iconic arched roofline. Almost immediately, the arena became the cultural and athletic epicenter of southwester...