📜 Commemorates the first officially recognized UFO encounter in the U.S. 🔍 Located near the covered bridge where the 1969 incident occurred. # Why Go 👽 Explore a site of historical UFO significance 📜 Learn about a government-recognized off-world incident 🌳 Enjoy a unique park setting with benches and a sign 🏞️ Visit a judgment-free spot for those with similar experiences 📸 See the covered bridge, official state sign, monuments, and benches related to the event 🚶 Easy access near a covered bridge # Why Avoid ⚠️ Original 5,000-pound granite monument was removed in 2019 due to town dispute ⚖️ Ongoing legal issues regarding the park's features 🚗 Covered bridge is closed to cars # Tips 🅿️ Parking available on the west side of the bridge. 🚶 Monument and park are on the east side. 📚 Learn more about the incident from official documents and media mentions.