About Us
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Vincennes Indiana. A city rich in history. A city known for progress. A city
crazy for sports. A city with an eye on the future. Quietly tucked away along
the historic banks of the Wabash River, conveniently located on Highway 41 near
the major interstates of I-70 and I-64, but just far enough away that you can't
hear them.
If your group is looking for some spectacular scenery, Vincennes is a place to
visit during any season. In the Spring come by and learn of the lives of the
early settlers at the candlelight tours of our historic sites. During the
summer, enjoy the various festivals in nearby towns, or watch the Classic Cars
Cruise by. In the Fall there are various homecoming celebrations. And in the
Winter, there are craft shows, Christmas at Grouseland, as well as the Downtown
Christmas Stroll.
Mission Statement:
It is the mission of the Vincennes · Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Inc. to promote and develop Knox County in order to attract visitors to our
tourism facilities and enhance our image so that Knox County can derive the
economic and social benefits of a prosperous tourism industry.
Goals:
To promote Vincennes · Knox County as a desirable destination for leisure,
travelers, motorcoach groups, and overnight meetings. To enhance and improve
the visitor experience in Vincennes · Knox County. To develop community pride
and cultivate a team approach to tourism development and marketing among local
residents.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What time zone is Knox County in?
A. Knox County is in the Eastern Time Zone, which is the same as Indianapolis, Terre Haute and Louisville.
Q. What is the Vincennes / Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau(CVB)?
A. The Vincennes / Knox County CVB, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization
founded in February 1996.
Q. Is the Vincennes / Knox County CVB part of the Chamber of Commerce?
A. The Vincennes / Knox County CVB and the Knox County Chamber of Commerce are
two seperate entities with their own mission statment, goals, and boards.
Through a reciprical agreement, the CVB is a member of the KCCC.
Q. How is the CVB funded?
A. The CVB is funded through a contract with the Knox County Tourism
Commission. The Tourism Commission administers the 5% inkeeper's tax added to
hotel, bed & breaksfast and campgrounds charges for those staying overnight.
Thus, the CVB is funded by visitors - not by local taxpayer dollars.
Q. Does the CVB have a staff?
A. The staff of the CVB consists of an Executive Director and a part time
Assistant.
Q. How is the CVB governed?
A. The CVB is governed by a seven member Board of Directors. Four Directors are
appointed, three are elected by the membership of the CVB. The Board manages
the business of the CVB, including controlling the finances, adopting
appropriate policies, and planning futute programs.
Q. Who is the Membership?
A. Any person or business may become a member. Once a year the CVB sends out
Membership Applications. Membership is inexpensive; $50 for businesses and only
$10 for individuals.
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