In 1823, William Conner, a fur trader, Native American interpreter (and later politician), built one of the first brick homes in Central Indiana on land now known as Conner Prairie in Fishers. Be sure to make plans to make your way out there to visit the home when the outdoor grounds re-open for the…
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The weather outside is frightful, but so what! Central Indiana residents and visitors can take charming temporary refuge in their very own private snow globes. Several metro-area restaurants, bars and wineries maintain cozy outdoor igloos to cuddle up in for memorable date nights, holiday outings…
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Looking for a bird’s-eye view of Central Indiana? Sign up for the ride of a lifetime on Fishers-based Freedom Helicopters. With a home base at the Indianapolis Municipal Airport just northeast of Indianapolis, the operation offers scenic tours of the regional landscape from a unique aerial vantage…
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It may sound cute now, but the great Squirrel Stampede wasn't something to be celebrated at the time. Back in September 1812, thousands of the migrating animals laid waste to cornfields across Hamilton County, decimating vital crops and leaving devastation in their wake. Now fully and gratefully…
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Make room on your fall bucket list for the Nickel Plate Express! Settle into the cozy 1956 train for a relaxing and comfortable way to see Indiana’s stunning fall foliage. With magical family rides and delicious date experiences on the schedule, here are four ways to make unforgettable memories…
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If you’re the kind of person who needs something more challenging than just a stroll in the park, you need to check out these awesome outdoor fitness challenges and adventures in Indiana. The state is home to a wicked obstacle course, aerial adventures, a sand dune climbing challenge and other great…
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Move over Kentucky, there’s a new whiskey outpost making waves right here in Indiana! This month, West Fork Whiskey Co. is opening the doors to a new $10 million Westfield facility that’s sure to quickly become a prime Indiana agritourism destination. “Indiana will be home to one of the largest…
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Taking selfies — or even professional photos — in front of blooming sunflower fields is a thing! Fortunately, Indiana offers a number of rustic locations all around the state with the perfect backdrops. In Cambridge City, Golliher’s Farm plants 1 million sunflowers (and 75,000 zinnias) for guests…
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Indiana appreciates its veterans and the service they have done for this country. We would not be here without our veterans. To honor these heroes, there are many free military family attractions throughout the state of Indiana. Blue Star Museums The National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star…
Read MoreMain Street is the liveliest place to be in a small town, and Indiana has more Main Streets than any other state in the US! Often historic and always beautiful, Main Street's have been an important piece of American culture for decades. The Indiana Office of Community & Rural Affairs developed a…
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