Welcome

TThe River City Ramblers welcome you to Ferdinand Indiana and the Christkindlmarkt. Located in Dubois County the town was established in 1840. The town was named for Emperor Ferdinand of Austria. On Aug. 20 1867, three Benedictine Sisters arrived from Covington KY to become teachers in the school founded by Rev. Chrysostom Foffa, OSB. The Monastery Immaculate Conception was begun. The sisters of St. Benedict live the 1500-year-old monastic tradition of the rule of St. Benedict, a special way of living in a religious community.

THE CHRISTKINDLMARKT 

Is sponsored by Ferdinand Tourism. This German heritage market heralds in the Christmas shopping season. Four locations, brimming with antiques, collectibles and handcrafted artisan creations, along with the merchants on Main Street are here for your holiday shopping pleasure. It is an incredible array of Christmas wares, handmade treasures, art and antiques, regional foods and wines, and collectible gifts. Shops open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Start Time: Any time between 8:00AM to 11:00AM EASTERN STANDARD TIME.

Finish Time: See comments

Weather: This event will be held rain or shine. Please dress appropriately

Start Point Address / Driving Directions:
Monastery Immaculate Conception 802 E 10th Street, Ferdinand Indiana. From the East or West from Interstate 64, take Exit 63 (IN-162)and turn North; follow Main Street about 1 mile into the town of Ferdinand. Turn right on 10th Street. The monastery will soon appear on your left.
From the North: Take IN-162 South into Ferdinand, where it becomes Main Street. Turn Left onto 10th Street. The monastery will soon appear on your left.
From the South Take IN-162 North into Ferdinand, where it becomes Main Street. Turn right onto 10th street. The Monastery will soon appear on your left.

Event Awards: A Award)

This event has a special Classification: Cemetery Stroll

Fees: Everyone is welcome to participate in this event for free, however, if you desire the award and credit the fee is $3.00.  You may walk free if no award or IVV credit is desired. There will be no refunds.

 For more information call 812 682-4821. E-Mail Contact: stan-linda.n@juno.com

Comments:
      The walk will be on paths and city streets. The walk will start on the grounds of the Monastery of Immaculate Conception and will continue through the town of Ferdinand. The city will be hosting the Christkindlmarkt. This German heritage market heralds in the Christmas season. Four locations, which include two sites brimming with antiques and collectibles, and two locations filled with handcrafted artisan creations are here for your holiday shopping pleasure. The walk will go to all market sites and down Main streets, to visit the local shops.  An incredible array of Christmas wares, handmade treasurers, art and antiques, regional food and wine, collectible gifts. No admission will be charged. Tours of the Monastery will be available Pets are not allowed in buildings.

Amenities:
Strollers:  medium   Wheelchairs: medium Pets: Yes Restrooms:  Yes

Sponsors: THE RIVER CITY RAMBLERS Volkssport club is located in Evansville, IN. It is a volunteer non-profit organization. It is a member of the Indiana Volkssport Association and the American Volkssport Association.

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