If you're looking for a hidden gem in Northwest Indiana or if you're a history buff you may want to visit the Century of Progress Homes at the Indiana Dunes National Park. These five homes were originally built for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, showing off the modern architectural design of the…
Read MoreAbout 2 years ago, in the rolling hills of southeast Indiana, a handful of antique shops banded together and to organize the Southeast Indiana Junkin' Trail. They haven't stopped since: every year the trail has grown, adding new members. They now total 16 shops (and growing) and hold 2 yearly…
Read MoreNative American figures once used as props for John Wayne movies. If you love treasure hunting at antique shops, you'll appreciate the cool items I found at the antique and salvage shops in and around historic Franklin, IN, which is just south of Indianapolis. Below you'll find my single favorite…
Read MoreIt can be difficult to find time to disconnect and explore. Luckily, in Hamilton County, Indiana, an outdoor adventure is closer than you think. Just ten minutes north of downtown Noblesville off IN-37 is Strawtown Koteewi Park, a 750-acre park open dawn to dusk, 365 days a year. This park is more…
Read MoreSteuben County in the northeastern part of the state is a water lovers paradise. With 101 lakes of varying sizes, the area is filled with summer lake-goers who are busy boating, fishing, hanging at the sandbars and swimming all day. So when folks come off of the lake for the evening you can bet…
Read MoreOur readers voted in the fall of 2016 to name Indiana's Best Winery Experience. The winner of that vote was a relatively new winery in the state that is doing big things. It should be no surprise that USA TODAY 's readers just voted the same winery as America's Best Tasting Room! Two-EE's Winery…
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It's really quite hard to fully and accurately describe the uniqueness of Metamora, if you've never paid the community a visit. The historic village is a genuine, one-of-a-kind Hoosier destination with so many distinctive amenities, I'm not even sure exactly where to begin. Metamora Nestled in…
Read MoreHoosier alleyways are experiencing a Renaissance. Re-imagining the narrow streets into public spaces with artwork and seating is a growing trend as cities and towns look to redevelop their downtowns. With the rise in popularity of the projects, alleys are no longer cut-throughs to somewhere else…
Read MoreI hate to admit that in the past I've only been to South Bend to attend a Notre Dame football game. During the visit we rushed in to tailgate and then back out after the game. What I've realized after a recent day trip is that I have missed out on a city that is teeming with great destinations…
Read MoreThe Ohio River is one of the attractions that draws people to southeast Indiana. The river valley with its beautiful rolling hills and stunning scenery differentiates southeastern Indiana from other parts of the state. Most people who visit like to connect to the river in some way, even if it is…
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