Guide to Perry County Veterans Memorials, locations and visitor tips

Perry County now has a single reference for the county's most notable veterans memorials and related visitor information, aimed at residents and visitors who want to honor local service members or plan community events. The guide highlights key sites, outlines accessibility and parking considerations, and points readers to the organizations that coordinate ceremonies and maintenance. That information is particularly useful ahead of Memorial Day and Veterans Day when attendance at public commemorations typically increases.

At the top of the list is the Perry County Courthouse Veterans Memorial on the Tell City courthouse lawn. The courthouse green serves as a central gathering place for Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies and typically features a flag display and plaques honoring local service members. Riverfront spaces in Tell City near the Ohio River and river port memorial areas are also noted for hosting small commemorations and markers that recognize veterans and civic service. Cannelton’s downtown and riverfront areas contain plaques and small monuments that remember residents who served in the armed forces. In Troy and surrounding townships, smaller community markers and cemetery monuments commemorate veterans from a variety of conflicts, with local historical societies and veterans organizations responsible for many of the markers' upkeep.

Practical visitor tips are included to help residents plan trips. Weekday mornings and late afternoons are recommended to avoid heavier weekend event traffic. Major ceremonies occur on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, so checking city or veterans group announcements is advised for event times and potential road closures. Parking near downtown Tell City and Cannelton is generally available through street parking or public lots, but some cemetery markers require short walks across grass or gravel. Visitors should note that not all sites have restrooms or shelters, so bringing water in summer and dressing for cooler weather remains prudent.

For event organizers and those reporting maintenance needs, the guide directs readers to the Perry County Veterans Service Office and local veterans groups, which arrange wreath layings and maintain honoree lists. City and county parks departments handle reservations and can confirm rules for gatherings and temporary signage. Planners are advised to contact the city clerk in Tell City or Cannelton or county offices ahead of time to confirm availability and any permit requirements. Partnering with the Perry County Historical Society and local veteran organizations is recommended to ensure historical accuracy and broaden community engagement.

Beyond commemoration, these sites contribute to local civic life and modestly support downtown activity when ceremonies bring attendees to Tell City and Cannelton. Schools and volunteer groups can use the guide for short educational visits and periodic maintenance, helping preserve the memorials for future generations. Local officials may update the guide to reflect new additions or contact changes.