From Indianapolis
60 miles
Take I-65 S/I-70 W towards Louisville. Merge onto IN-46 W via exit 68 towards Nashville/Bloomington. At 16 miles turn right at the light onto Van Buren St./IN-135. The Playhouse will be on your left.
Plan Your Visit
Come for the show. Stay for Brown County.
70 S. Van Buren St, Nashville, IN 47448
As one of America's original artists' colonies, Brown County, Indiana is known for its rustic beauty and unique charm. From eclectic boutiques and inspiring art galleries to welcoming accommodations and exciting outdoor adventure, there's something for everyone to enjoy, and for most, it's only a short drive away.
Grab some dinner and a local brew. Hit the hiking trails. Shop until you drop. Everything pairs perfectly with a performance at The Historic Brown County Playhouse.
Getting to Town
From Bloomington
19 miles
Head east on State Road 46/IN-46. At the traffic light in Nashville, stay straight to go onto Van Buren St/IN-135. The Playhouse will be on your left.
From Columbus, IN
18 miles
Head west on State Road 46/IN-46. At the traffic light in Nashville, bear right and get onto Van Buren St/IN-135. The Playhouse will be on your left.
From Louisville, KY
86 miles
Take I-65 N heading towards Indianapolis. Take the IN-46 exit 68 toward Nashville/Bloomington. At 16 miles turn right at the light onto Van Buren St./IN-135. The Playhouse will be on your left.
Check Indiana traffic delays, road closures and updates before you set out.
The Parking Situation
The Brown County Playhouse does not have a dedicated parking lot. Street parking can be found for free throughout the Village of Nashville. Free parking lots are located on West Washington Street, Pat Reilly Drive (behind the Subway restaurant), and on Old School Way near the public restroom building. Pay lots are scattered throughout Nashville; parking costs vary, usually starting at $4.
Box Office
- Thursday – Saturday | 12pm – 5pm
- Extended hours on show days
812.988.6555 · info@browncountyplayhouse.org
The Playhouse is an all-ages venue.
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Stay and play in Brown County
With a variety of unique lodging accommodations, your overnight experience is sure to be unforgettable. Brown County's diverse hotel, B&B, camping, and cabin scene is far from ordinary, but will leave you feeling right at home.
Find a place to stayCome hungry, leave happy
Treat your taste buds during your visit to Brown County too. Experience the local flavors and fare at one of the area's delicious restaurants, sweet shops, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Come hungry, leave happy!
Find a place to eatFor everything else in Brown County — outdoor adventure, shopping, art and events — visit browncounty.com.
Accessibility
The Playhouse offers wheelchair and mobility seating, bookable as a Special Needs — Wheelchair and assistance needed ticket. Because of the building's original 1949 design there are only six such spaces, with a companion ticket available, so book early.
For that or any other question about your visit, call the box office at 812.988.6555 or email info@browncountyplayhouse.org before you book — we can tell you exactly what is available for the show you want.