I'm always on the hunt for unique lodging, and on a recent stay in Wabash, I stayed in one of the most unique spots yet. The Sanctuary of Wabash is an overnight event hub housed in a 1903 Gothic-style church just minutes away from historic downtown Wabash. We had the whole first floor to ourselves…
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Dating back to the early 1900s, the Hostess House is one of the most opulent homes in Marion. The mansion was designed by Samuel Plato, one of the first African-American architectural designers and building contractors. He was commissioned by J. Wood Wilson to build a stunning mansion for his…
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In May, a new restaurant opened at the Pavilion at the Indiana Dunes State Park in Chesterton. The building has a unique design and was constructed in 1929 and 1930. It once contained a fine dining restaurant, but over the years it had been less used and became in need of significant repairs. A…
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Whether you are a Stranger Things fan or not, travel to the Upside Down and stay awhile through a Bloomington portal in the middle of Kirkwood Avenue. This article first appeared in the Indianapolis Monthly. Written by Amy Lynch. YOU WON’T FIND Hawkins on any legitimate Indiana map, but it is…
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The Venue Loeb Playhouse is located in the Stewart Center, in the heart of Purdue's West Lafayette campus. Stewart Center was built as a meeting facility and can accommodate up to 500 people in its 23 meeting rooms. The facility also houses two auditoriums, Fowler Hall and Loeb Playhouse. The…
Read MoreWhether you’re a church pianist, a burgeoning guitar hero or a hobby drummer, Fort Wayne’s Sweetwater Sound is a pilgrimage every musician should make. Founder Chuck Surack got his start in the 1970s traveling around the U.S. in a VW bus with a 4-track recorder to work with bands and artists on…
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Whether it is the Pacers, Fever, or IHSAA State Championships, Gainbridge Fieldhouse is one of the world's premier venues for basketball. Located right in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, it is no surprise that the nearby culture, food, and attractions are top-notch. This is your complete guide…
Read MoreWhen visiting a community for the first time, I have often thought: It would be nice if I had a local who could help guide me on what attractions I should see, restaurants I should try and other activities or events I should not miss . With that in mind, let me be your tour guide and start with…
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