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Indiana Museums Participating in Museum Day – Sept. 24, 2011

by sfisher September 16, 2011

Take a day-trip on September 24 and visit a new museum, for free! Download your ticket here: Free Museum Day is September 24 and that means you can get free admission to 34 Indiana museums. The full list of Indiana museums is on the Smithsonian magazine Museum Day website. What is Smithsonian magazine Museum Day? [...]

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Red/Black Exhibit at the Eiteljorg Museum

by nwiltrout June 29, 2011

Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration is right around the corner. There are many fantastic programs and events scheduled, but one that might not come to mind is the Red/Black exhibit at the Eiteljorg Museum. This is a ground-breaking exhibit that explores the shared history between African and Native Americans. Prior to my visit to the [...]

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Morgan’s Raid on Indiana, What Would You Do?

by sfrey June 3, 2011

John Elder, the 1863 Civil War Journey Guest Experience Manager sets the scene for Morgan’s Raid on Indiana. Do you stay and defend your home or do you grab your gun and defend your state? Join us this Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm, for the Grand Opening of Conner Prairie’s newest experience 1863 Civil War Journey: [...]

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Discover new art at Nickel Plate Arts Weekend

by jstringer June 2, 2011

The Hamilton County Artists’ Association and other artists from Fishers to Tipton are joining together to host the first Nickel Plate Arts Weekend from June 3 to 5.  The way the weekend works is pretty simple, and pretty special for arts lovers. All you have to do is pick from one or all of a [...]

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5 Indiana places where I’d like to be snowed in

by ammagan February 2, 2011

Much of Indiana is either snowed or iced in today. As I sat on my couch and watched the party that seems to be taking place on Facebook, I began to think of places in Indiana where I’d like to be snowed in (besides my own home). 5 Indiana places where I wouldn’t mind being [...]

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Splashing around at Brown County State Park’s aquatic center

by nwiltrout January 6, 2011

Do you find yourself looking for the perfect antidote to the winter blues beginning to creep in now that the holidays are over? Nothing screams summer fun like a trip down a waterslide and a splash in the pool. But you don’t need to wait until the weather warms up. Just head inside to the [...]

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Time traveling at the Indiana Historical Society

by nwiltrout November 7, 2010

I have had the pleasure of visiting the Indiana Historical Society’s gorgeous building along the Canal Walk in downtown Indianapolis several times in the past for various events. But I had never explored its exhibits, so I was excited when my family was provided tickets. I think this is the type of place that many parents [...]

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The lakes of Brown County

by nwiltrout September 21, 2010

I’ve heard that the dry August/September we have experienced throughout most of Indiana may impact the vibrant colors of the fall foliage.  While Brown County may be the go-to spot for beautiful autumn scenery in the Hoosier state, don’t let what may be lackluster leaves stop you from making a trip to Brown County State Park this [...]

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Freedom Field: Where everyone can play

by nwiltrout September 13, 2010

As you approach Freedom Field in Columbus, Indiana, it appears out of a sea of soccer fields like a mirage of childhood wonderment.  This innovative 1.5 acre playground inspired a chorus of “oohs” and “aahs” from my 3-year-old nephew when he visited. While you may think the name “Freedom” comes from the bright red, white and [...]

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A morning at Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge

by nwiltrout September 9, 2010

When you make plans to visit a wildlife refuge, you naturally have expectations of thriving ecosystems and animal encounters.  Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge, located near Seymour, Indiana lives up to that.  As we pulled into the entrance, we were greeted by three deer bounding across the road in front of us.  Once they crossed safely, [...]

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