Where is the Old Argosy Casino Now?

The riverboat sat vacant for nearly a decade in Lawrenceburg before moving south.

(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - Have you ever wondered what happened to the old Argosy Casino? 

The riverboat called Lawrenceburg home from 1998 to 2009, when it was replaced by the bigger barge that currently houses Hollywood Casino. For nearly a decade, the old Argosy riverboat sat vacant on the Ohio River before being towed south. 

Eagle Country 99.3 reported in January 2018 that the original destination for the riverboat was "New Orleans or lower". 

It currently sits empty in Bayou la Batre, Alabama. 

The above photo was captured in 2021 and was posted by Teresa Powell in the "I Grew Up in Alabama" Facebook page. 

More from Local News

Events

RCCF Grants $12K to Support Osgood

The grants support community initiatives in the Town of Osgood.

Historical Society Announces Christmas Tree Partnership with Central Elementary School

Each year, a local school is selected to decorate the Christmas tree displayed inside the glass gazebo at Newtown Park.

Week 9 High School Football Scores

Lawrenceburg and South Dearborn with an instant classic.

Local Sports Report - October 16, 2025

Girls Soccer and Volleyball State Tournament Scores.

North Decatur Wins MIFC, Top Performers from Week 8 Announced

The regular season concludes on Friday night.

Holly Dunn You Really Had Me Going 5:08
Billy Currington I Got a Feelin' 5:05
Fox News Fox News National Newscast 5:03
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill It's Your Love 4:59