Ohio River

River · Evansville, Indiana

Illustration of Ohio River

Overview

The Ohio River curves along Evansville's downtown, with a riverfront walkway, parks and a historic warship.

History

Evansville's shipyards built landing ships during World War II. One of them, LST-325, is now a museum docked on the river.

Today

The riverfront hosts festivals and events, and barges still move cargo on the river.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.