Replica Pinta Coming to Rising Sun

Take a self-guided tour this June.

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(Rising Sun, Ind.) – A unique experience will soon float into Rising Sun.

Rising Sun/Ohio County Tourism announced this week that a replica of the “Pinta” will be docking at 301 S. Front Street in Rising Sun this June.

The replica of a Portuguese Caravel used by Christopher Columbus and many early explorers will be in Rising Sun from Friday, June 16 to Monday, June 19.

Self-guided tours will be available from June 16-18 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tickets are purchased at the ship. Cost is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+) and military, and $6 for children ages 5-16. Children 4 and under are free.

Teachers can schedule a 30-minute guided tour with a crew member at ninapinta.org/tour/html.

Group tours require a minimum of 15 people. For more information, call 251-293-4193 or email ninapintatour@gmail.com.

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