Indiana INsider's Guide

Category: Arts & Culture

You Need to See These 5 Holiday Lights Displays in Southern Indiana

By Katerina Guljas on Nov. 30, 2021

Twinkle, twinkle! Nothing kicks off the holiday season like the sparkle of festive lights, and SoIN has got you covered with both walk and drive-thru experiences. Grab your hot cocoa, mittens and holiday cheer and get in the spirit by checking out these holiday lights in Southern Indiana…

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This New Statue Honors Indiana Suffragist Marie Stuart Edwards

By Chris Flook on Nov. 15, 2021

On a recent trip north, I took a detour through Peru, Indiana, to see the new statue of Marie Stuart Edwards. Dedicated this past August on Women’s Equality Day, the bronze statue of Edward commemorates the legacy of one of Indiana’s most notable suffragists. The statue, sculpted by Cindy…

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5 Reasons To Plan a 2022 Trip To Jellystone Park™ Barton Lake Now

By Visit Indiana on Oct. 27, 2021

Who doesn't love the great outdoors? Now that summer and fall are winding down; it's time to start daydreaming about your 2022 travels. There's a campground in Northern Indiana that offers activities far beyond what a day at the water park can provide. In fact, you may want to stay at Jellystone…

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Pack-Up the Kids and Make Some Memories at Exhibit Columbus

By Amy Lynch on Oct. 20, 2021

Exhibit Columbus is rolling into town for its fifth year, presenting a perfect opportunity to pay this south-central Indiana city a visit and admire its stunning architecture. The latest batch of 13 site-responsive installations unveils on Aug. 21, staying up for outdoor viewing and interaction…

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HNF 101: Little Africa Cemetery, Buzzard Roost, Rickenbaugh House & Clover Lick Barrens

By Chris Flook on Oct. 12, 2021

For my fifth and final trip into the Hoosier National Forest, I visited the Little Africa Cemetery, Buzzard Roost, the Rickenbaugh House, and Clover Lick Barrens. Like my other excursions into the forest, this trip provided a wonderful adventure into the very heart of Indiana’s great Hoosier…

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Be Amazed by the 150 Works of Art Along the Fort Wayne Public Art Trail

By Erin Okeson on Sep. 28, 2021

Home to a thriving arts community, Fort Wayne has turned the whole city into its creative canvas. As you walk through the streets and alleyways of Fort Wayne, you’ll find larger-than-life murals and intricate sculptures around every corner. The Fort Wayne Public Art Trail will wow you. River Otter…

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Get Spooked by These 7 Halloween Events in Bloomington

By Visit Indiana on Sep. 02, 2021

October and cooler weather are almost here! That means pumpkin patches, haunted houses, trick-or-treating, and other Halloween events are right around the corner. Luckily, Bloomington has you covered for all things spooky and fun. These 7 Halloween events in Bloomington will be sure to entertain and…

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6 Things You Must Experience in Indy's Bottleworks District

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 24, 2021

Sitting in the historic North Mass Ave corridor, one of Indianapolis' four original diagonals, the Bottleworks District is a fusion of past and present in the heart of historic neighborhoods, robust arts, industrial architecture & good spots galore. If one thing is for certain, you need to…

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5 Spots You Have to See on the Notre Dame Campus

By Carrie Steinweg on Aug. 06, 2021

I’ve been to the University of Notre Dame campus several times, but it never gets old. I envy the students who get to spend their days on such a beautiful campus. I’d love to walk from class to class among these legendary historic structures on this peaceful, pretty campus. If you make your way…

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The Impressive, Free Art Museum You Have To See at Notre Dame

By Carrie Steinweg on Jun. 28, 2021

On a recent visit to the South Bend area, we spent an afternoon exploring the campus of the University of Notre Dame on bicycles. We parked in the bookstore lot and made our way around campus. It was then that I discovered an incredible free art museum that is right on campus. I've been to the…

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