Lyles Station Historic School and Museum

Lyles Station Historic School and Museum Lyles Station is honored to be a part of the "Power of Place" exhibit at the SMITHSONIAN National Museum of African American History in Washington, D.C.

Open on Tuesday-Saturdays from 1-4 pm and by special appointment
Lyles Station is honored to be a part of the
SMITHSONIAN National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C!, spotlighting Lyles Station as a pioneer African American farming community still in existence today. Lyles Station offers classroom tours and field trips demonstrating a 1920's era Heritage Classroom,

Sponsored by Toyota Manufacturing, IN. Students can experience a hands-on approach to learning in a replicated classroom where ink wells and slate boards were the latest in technology. They will churn butter, make candles, drink from our well, and play circle games outside, as the original Lyles Station school children did. Closed on national holidays

General Admission
Adults $5
Youth (under 17) $3
Senior Citizens $4
(65 & older)

The Mudpuppy Palace will be at Lyles' Station Juneteenth Celebration June 13 - bring the kids out for an afternoon of fu...
05/31/2026

The Mudpuppy Palace will be at Lyles' Station Juneteenth Celebration June 13 - bring the kids out for an afternoon of fun!

05/28/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 20, 2026

INDOT to hold public open house for State Road 64 pavement replacement and ADA sidewalk construction project

GIBSON COUNTY Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public open house for a pavement replacement and ADA sidewalk construction project along State Road 64 in Princeton.

The proposed project is located along S.R. 64 from the intersection with Brown Street to the intersection of Lake Road.

What: Public Open House for State Road 64 pavement replacement and ADA sidewalk construction project.

When: June 2, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CST).

Where: Princeton Community High School, 1101 North Main Street, Princeton In. 47670.

The public is invited to learn more about the proposed project and provide feedback to INDOT. This meeting is an open house format and does not include a formal presentation.

Mudpuppy Palace at Lyles Station’s Juneteenth Celebration on June 13!!
05/28/2026

Mudpuppy Palace at Lyles Station’s Juneteenth Celebration on June 13!!

Don’t miss out! 👀 Our calendar is full of upcoming programs and events. Take a peek and find your next chance to get outside with us 🌳.
https://www.mudpuppypalace.org/upcomingevents

Hosting something of your own? Learn how to bring Mudpuppy to you! https://www.mudpuppypalace.org/outreachprogram

Want to help support our cause?
💚 Venmo:
🧡 Credit card on our Website: www.mudpuppypalace.org/donate
💜 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/.../LKFYF0SHQWIX/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex...
(if needed you can manually enter our address: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620)
💚 Amazon Registry: https://www.amazon.com/.../agnes.../2HTDMMQ8TMLX1...
🧡 Paypal: Mudpuppy Palace, Inc.
💜 Mail a check: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

JuneteenthJune 13, 2026
05/28/2026

Juneteenth
June 13, 2026

05/28/2026

🤩🤩WHOA!! 🤩🤩Check out our schedule for June! It is filling up fast!! We hope to see you at some of our upcoming events!

05/09/2026

Meet the Mudpuppy! 💧Cool Water Creature💧

Our mascot, Marty, is named for one of Indiana's native salamanders. We've collected a few facts for you to learn about the mudpuppy!

Want to help support our cause in other ways?
💚 Venmo:
🧡 Credit card on our Website: www.mudpuppypalace.org/donate
💜 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/.../LKFYF0SHQWIX/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex...
(if needed you can manually enter our address: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620)
💚 Amazon Registry: https://www.amazon.com/.../agnes.../2HTDMMQ8TMLX1...
🧡 Paypal: Mudpuppy Palace, Inc.
💜 Mail a check: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

It’s a beautiful day to visit the Mudpuppy Palace at Lyles Station!!  Bring the kiddies out this afternoon for a fun-fil...
05/09/2026

It’s a beautiful day to visit the Mudpuppy Palace at Lyles Station!! Bring the kiddies out this afternoon for a fun-filled experience!

🌱💧 Come see us today in Princeton!💧🌱

Join us at Lyles Station Historic School and Museum for another fun-filled day of hands-on learning and outdoor exploration! Our theme for May will be Ecosystem Explorers!! 🌿✨

This month, we’ll be diving into exciting nature-based activities designed to spark curiosity and connect kids and families to the world around them 🌎💚

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 1–4 PM
📍 Location: Lyles Station Historic School & Museum
953 N. County Road 500 W.
Princeton, IN 47670

Come ready to explore, learn, and get your hands a little dirty! 🐾🌱

We can’t wait to see you there!



Want to help support our cause?
💚 Venmo:
🧡 Credit card on our Website: www.mudpuppypalace.org/donate
💜 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/.../LKFYF0SHQWIX/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex...
(if needed you can manually enter our address: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620)
💚 Amazon Registry: https://www.amazon.com/.../agnes.../2HTDMMQ8TMLX1...
🧡 Paypal: Mudpuppy Palace, Inc.
💜 Mail a check: PO Box 294, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

05/08/2026

Come out to Lyles Station - we have Marty’s Mudpuppy Palace here until 4:00! Give Mom a break from the kids for an hour or two for Mother’s Day and bring them out to play and learn.

05/08/2026

Address

953 N 500 W
Princeton, IN
47670

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday 1pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+18123852534

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