FAMILY VACATIONS IN INDIANA WITH CHILREN -WHAT TO DO IN INDIANA WITH KIDS
FUN THINGS TO DO ON VACATION WITH KIDS - INDIANA
FUN & ENTERTAINMENT VACATIONS - NORTHERN INDIANA (For example - Michigan City, IN - South Bend, IN - Fort Wayne, IN )
Lubeznik Center for the Arts - It is the mission of the Lubeznik Center for the Arts to significantly impact the quality of life in the community by providing a unique and creative environment in which to inspire, to teach and to expose a diverse audience to an enriching arts experience.
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Great Lakes Museum of Military History - The purpose of The Great Lakes Museum of Military History is to educate people about the military heritage of this and other nations as well as to preserve, restore and display military memorabilia from the Revolutionary War to the present.
Location: 360 Dunes Plaza, W. US Hwy. 20, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 Tel: (219) 872-2702
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RV/MH Heritage Foundation - The RV/MH Heritage Foundation was formed on March 22, 1972 by a group of trade and consumer magazine publishers attending the MHMA meeting in Washington D.C. Today, the Foundation maintains in Elkhart, In a 20,000 square foot headquarters, built in 1990, that houses the National Recreational Vehicle and Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame which presently honors over 180 pioneers and leaders of the industry.
Location: 801 Benham Ave. Elkhart, IN 46516 Tel: 800-378-8694 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HealthWorks! Kids Museum - The facility is a 12,000 sq. foot education center dedicated to teaching children. Within HealthWorks! are two state-of-the-art classrooms, many interactive exhibits and activities, a theater that takes viewers inside the human brain, and a resource room with health materials available for borrowing.
Location: SOUTH BEND, INDIANA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menno-Hof Mennonite Visitors Center - Menno-Hof's multi-image presentations, historical environments and colorful displays take you on a fascinating journey inside the unique world of the Mennonites and Amish.
Location: 510 S Van Buren Street, Shipshewana IN 46565 Tel: (260) 768-4117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Morris Performing Arts Center - There's a world of entertainment at The Morris - and it's all just a few clicks away! Whether you choose national touring Broadway shows, superb classical music performances, the best in pops concerts, great country shows, or uplifting dance, The Morris has it all.
Location: 211 North Michigan Street South Bend, IN 46601 Tel: 574.235.9198 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fulton County Museum - The museum feature the Barnhart Gallery which offers special exhibits, a reference room, seventeen display rooms of Fulton County living, the round barn museum, and a gift shop which sells books, Indian crafts, jewelry, pottery, paper dolls, and old-time toys.
Location: Rochester, IN 46975 Tel: (574) 223-4436 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Washington Park Zoo - Zoo Camps are special educational (and fun!) experiences for children aged 6 to 8 and 9 to 11. This is a four day experience (Tuesday through Friday) in which children will learn more about the animal world through games, crafts, stories and demonstrations. All Zoo Camps will provide special snacks from around the world and will feature the many animals living in our Zoo!
Location: On the Lake in Washington Park 115 Lakeshore Drive Michigan City, IN 46360 Tel: (219) 873-1510 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Studebaker National Museum - The Studebaker National Museum seeks to preserve the Studebaker heritage. Studebaker was the only company to span the time from settlers' wagons to high performance automobiles. View 114 years of automotive history, from the Studebaker family's Conestoga Wagon to the last car to roll off the assembly line.
Location: 525 South Main Street South Bend, IN 46601 Tel: 574/235-9714 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Amish Acres - Embrace the Pace of Nappanee, Indiana; explore the historic eighty acre farm and experience the lifestyle of the Amish through guided tours, farm animals, restaurants, musical theatre, craft demonstrations, quaint shops, and the surrounding countryside plus the city of Nappanee.
Location: Nappanee, Indiana Tel: 574 773 4942 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hannah Lindahl Children's Museum - This is a museum where many scientific and historical items are arranged with kids in mind-at their eye level and ready for young hands to examine them. Items like: Fossils, rocks, geodes, mastodon bones, Native American artifacts, Tools and clothing from the mid-1800's , Old musical instruments , Period furniture , Firefighting equipment
Location: 1402 South Main Street, Mishawaka, Indiana 46544 Tel: 574 254 4540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
College Football Hall of Fame - The College Football Hall of Fame is designed to put you in the middle of all the action. From your first step onto Gridiron Plaza, to the moment you exit through the unique gift shop, you'll see the sport from every possible angle.
Location: 111 South St. Joseph Street South Bend, IN 46601 Tel: (574) 235-9999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Northern Indiana Center for History - If you're looking for a magnificent historic site that showcases an elegant, 38-room Victorian mansion, a charming cottage reflecting the 1930s, a gallery that chronicles local history, a gallery of Notre Dame history, a children's museum plus compelling exhibitions, that place is the Northern Indiana Center for History.
Location: 808 W Washington St. South Bend, Indiana 46601 Tel: 574 235 9664 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
South Bend Regional Museum of Art - The SBRMA's exhibition program highlights current art activity taking place on a local, regional and national basis, features critical social and art historical themes, and provides opportunities to artists for in-depth solo exhibitions. This includes group and traveling exhibitions and shows organized by the museum's curatorial and education staff or guest curators.
Location: 120 S. St. Joseph Street | South Bend | IN | 46601 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Potawatomi Wildlife Park - Potawatomi Wildlife Park is a 287-acre complex that consists of fields, woodlands, ponds, and wetlands and is bordered by the Tippecanoe River. It is located on State Road 331 in Marshall County, Indiana. Potawatomi Wildlife Park is managed as a natural sanctuary for plants and animals of northern Indiana and provides educational activities for schools in the area, as well as a site for recreational activities, such as hiking or bird watching.
Location: 16998 State Road 331 Tippecanoe, IN 46570 Tel: (574) 498-655 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deep River Waterpark - Deep River Waterpark offers exciting rides and entertainment for the whole family. Rides include exciting waterslides, a wave pool, and a lazy river.
Location: 9001 East US Highway 30 Crown Point, IN 46307 Tel: 219-947-7850 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Museum - The museum is located in the original Art Deco building that was used by the Auburn Automobile company as its showroom and administrative building. Upon entering the visitor will view at least 100 vehicles and many other artifacts that make this museum one of the finest museums in the world.
Location: 1600 South Wayne St, Auburn, IN 46706 Tel: 260 925 1444 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Lincoln Museum - The Lincoln Museum houses the world’s largest private collection dedicated to the life and times of Abraham Lincoln. It includes: signed copies of the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th amendment; 7,000 19th century prints, engravings and 19th century newspapers; 5,000 original nineteenth-century photographs; 200,000 newspapers and magazine clippings; 300 nineteenth century sheet music titles; scores of period artifacts; Lincoln family belongings; and manuscript collections.
Location: 200 E. Berry Street Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802 Tel:(260) 455-3864 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre - The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is dedicated to serving the Fort Wayne area and surrounding region through excellence in programming, theatre education and development of talent in the disciplines of the theatre and related performing arts. As the second largest community theatre in Indiana, the Civic utilizes seven full time staff members who coordinate over 600 volunteers a year to produce Broadway-quality shows.
Location: 303 East Main Street Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Tel: (260) 424.5220 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory - Surround yourself with nature at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory ~ an oasis in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne Indiana. Visit the Showcase Garden with its lush seasonal displays, wander through the Tropical Garden where orchids and palms thrive in the shadows of a cascading waterfall, or retreat to the quiet beauty of the Desert Garden.
Location: 1100 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Tel: (260) 427-6440 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - Considered the world's finest children's zoo - offers 42 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Visitors can stroll through the award-winning Indonesian Rainforest, travel to Africa in their own motorized jeep, take a ride on an Endangered Species Carousel, see the sites of Australia and lots more.
Location: 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808 Tel::(260) 427-6800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fort Wayne Museum of Art - Accredited by the American Association of Museums, the Fort Wayne Museum of Art is committed to exhibiting and collecting works of modern and contemporary American and European artists.
Location: 311 E. Main Street Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802 Tel: (260) 422-6467 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corvette Classics - A collection of rare, high horsepower Classic Chevrolet Corvettes that survived the evolution of the automotive industry are here in Fort Wayne. Experience firsthand the majestic presence of these "All-American" classics of yesteryear. Innovative engineering and artistry transformed "America's Sweetheart" automobile into one of the nation's most powerful racing machines.
Location: 6702 Point Inverness way, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FUN & ENTERTAINMENT VACATIONS - CENTRAL INDIANA (For example - Indianapolis, IN - New Castle, IN - Richmond, IN )
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Grissom Air Museum - In a unique outdoor display area, one can see a legendary B-17 as if still on alert on a green English airfield. Marvel at the sleek beauty of the rare, record-shattering B-58 Hustler. Gaze down the tank-killing barrels of an A-10 Warthog. And stand nose to nose with our 19 other legendary aircraft, all located on a landscaped display area.
Location: 1000 W. Hoosier Blvd. Peru, IN 46970 Tel: (765) 689-8011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
National Model Aviation Museum - 5161 E. Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana 47302 Tel: (765) 287-1256
Location: AMA is the Academy of Model Aeronautics. AMA is the world's largest sport aviation organization, representing a membership of more than 170,000 from every walk of life, income level and age group. AMA is the official national body for model aviation in the United States. AMA sanctions more than a thousand model competitions throughout the country each year, and certifies official model flying records on a national and international level. AMA is the organizer of the annual National Aeromodeling Championships, the world's largest model airplane competition. MA is the chartering organization for more than 2,500 model airplane clubs across the country. AMA offers its chartered clubs official contest sanction, insurance, and assistance in getting and keeping flying sites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Muncie Children's Museum - The museum is designed to be 'the kind of learning environment which helps children understand the world in which they live.' It was decided during the planning process that all exhibits would be participatory, with some interactive element. They are also intended to be fun, raise questions, provoke interest and stimulate curiosity.
Location: 515 South High Street Muncie, Indiana 47305 Tel: (765) 286-1660 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fairmount Historical Museum - In addition to artifacts related to the town, its families, and schools, the museum also holds many pieces related to and once owned by James Dean and his family, including awards, clothing, motorcycles and much more. The museum also houses a tribute to another Fairmount native, Jim Davis and his creation, 'Garfield'.
Location: 203 East Washington Street Fairmount, Indiana 46928 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Henry County Historical Society Museum - This 1870 Italianate style Victorian home of former Civil War General William Grose has been the home of the Henry County Historical Society Museum since 1901. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it showcases: History of Henry County, Genealogy Research Library, Coverlets on Display, Diverse Art Collection.
Location: 606 S. 14th St. New Castle, IN Tel: 765-529-4028 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Black Pine Animal Park - Black Pine Animal Park in Albion, Indiana is not a typical zoo, it's a sanctuary. We exist to give rescued and retired animals a safe haven, and to educate people and enhance their knowledge of exotic and endangered species. We believe that by allowing the general public to meet and observe the exotic animals in our care, we can plant a seed of awareness that can positively impact the conservation and preservation of exotic and endangered species around the world, as well as their natural habitats.
Location: 349 W. Albion Road P.O. Box 02 Albion, IN 46701 Tel: (260) 636-7383 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anderson's Mainstage Theatre - Home of the Madison County Dramatic Players since 1984. The Madison County Dramatic Players are one of Indiana's longest running community theatre groups, having been established in 1959. Starting with one play in an outdoor tent, this very talented local group has survived solely on donations and ticket sales. Madison County Dramatic Players strives to be a leader in the "Community Theatre" with high quality production values and a variety of entertainment. Each summer the theatre houses several productions between May and September.
Location: P. O. Box 864 Anderson, IN 46015 Tel:765.644.5111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anderson Fine Arts Center - Anderson Fine Arts Center, was established in 1967 in an 1870’s structure, which was originally a private residence. The Center has offered arts programming for the Madison County community for over 30 years. The Center offers exhibits & permanent collections, hands-on children's gallery, tours and a gift shop.
Location: 32 W. Tenth Street Anderson, IN 46015 Tel: (765) 649-1248 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paramount Theatre - The historic Paramount is one of the few “atmospheric” theaters left in the nation. The Paramount Theatre Centre opened August 20, 1929 to great fanfare. Designed by noted architect and visionary, John Eberson, the atmospheric theater increased economic prosperity in downtown Anderson, attracted people from outside the city and brought hope into people’s lives.
Location: P.O. Box 727 1124 Meridian Plaza Anderson, IN 46015-0727 Tel: 765.642.1234 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minnetrista Cultural Center & Oakhurst Gardens - Minnetrista is located along the banks of White River on a campus of more than 40 acres. Minnetrista has served East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its heritage and continue to change over time. Minnetrista has always been a gathering place. From Native Americans to settlers to families, past and present, this is a place of community – for socializing, learning, reflection, entertainment and recreation. Minnetrista is a hospitable place where families and groups can experience the rich heritage of the region by connecting with people, places and events through authentic activities and exhibits.
Location: 1200 North Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie, IN 47303 Tel: (765) 282-4848 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Richmond Art Museum - The Richmond Art Museum, founded in 1898, is a fine art museum with a permanent collection of American Impressionists, Taos School, the Hoosier Group, the Richmond School and other regional artists.
Location: 350 Hub Etchison Parkway Richmond, Indiana 47374-0816 Tel: (765) 966-0256 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Whitewater Valley Railroad - The railroad operates historically significant diesel locomotives and open window coaches on a regular schedule, from Connersville to Metamora. Another WVRR train comprised of a locomotive and one or two coaches operates as the Metamora Shuttle, carrying passengers further South on a two-mile excursion along the restored canal, past the Canal Boat dock, a working aquaduct, and a restored lock.
Location: P.O. Box 406 Connersville, IN 47331 Tel: (765) 825-2054 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Beach - Located on Lake Shafer, Indiana Beach offers the perfect family vacation or day's outing with amusements, thrill rides, live shows, a giant water park, swimming, shopping, boating, games, restaurants, dancing, and more.
Location: 5224 E Indiana Beach Road, Monticello IN 47960 Tel: 574 583 4141 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Children's Science & Technology Museum - The Children's Science & Technology Museum of Terre Haute is a hands on museum featuring displays such as the space simulator, make believe tv studio, music area and other scientific exhibits.
Location: 523 Wabash Avenue Terre Haute, Indiana 47807 Tel: 812-235-5548 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wolf Park - Along with research and seminars on wolf behavior, particularly reproductive and inter-pack social behavior, Wolf Park provides interpretive programs to school groups throughout the year by prearrangement. We are also open to the general public from May through November and Saturday evening for Howl Nights. The park is home to several packs of gray wolves, plus foxes and bison.
Location: Wolf Park - Battle Ground, IN 47920 Tel: (765) 567-2265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ben Hur Museum - The Ben-Hur Museum is located in the private study of Major General Lew Wallace, the author of Ben-Hur. The museum contains items collected by General Wallace during his life as an author, soldier, statesman, artist, violinist and inventor.
Location: P.O. Box 662 200 Wallace Avenue Crawfordsville, Indiana, 47933 Tel: (765) 362-5769 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum - The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum, located five miles northwest of downtown Indianapolis on the grounds of the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway, is recognized as one of the most highly visible museums in the world devoted to automobiles and auto racing. In 1987, the museum and Speedway grounds were honored with the designation of National Historic Landmark.
Location: 4790 West 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Eiteljorg Museum - See traditional paintings and sculpture in the Gund Gallery of Western Art. View cutting-edge Native American and Western art in the Stan and Sandra Hurt Gallery of Contemporary Art and the Harvey Gallery of Contemporary Art. Get messy making art in the Nina Mason Pulliam Education Center’s new studios. Or, study the museum’s 5,000-volume research library in the Zimmerman Resource Center. Dine on Southwest and Native American-inspired cuisine in the Sky City Café.
Location: 500 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 Tel: (317) 636-WEST (9378) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hamilton County Theatre Guild/Belfry Theatre - The Belfry Theatre is a busy community theatre presenting six productions each year. As one production completes, preparations are underway for the next one. Here, all have a chance to express and develop their acting talents, and experience the challenges of building sets, finding or building props, costuming, publicity and designing lights and sound.
Location: Noblesville, Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Museum of Miniature Houses - Antique and modern dollhouses, miniature scenes, hand-crafted miniature art, and private non-miniature collections.
Location: 111 East Main Street Carmel IN 46032 Tel: (317) 575-9466 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indianapolis Art Center - The building's overall area exceeds 40,000 square feet. The Art Center is located on seven acres of green bordered on the north by the White River and surrounded by 100 acres of city trailways and parkland. The building consists of two sections joined at the central Churchman-Fehsenfeld Gallery. The West half contains the octagonal-shaped Ruth Lilly library with a working fireplace, administrative offices for our staff of 24 professionals, the Stan & Sandy Hurt conference room, a gallery prep and storage area, studios for painting and drawing classes, a printmaking studio with a separate acid-wash room, a photography studio with ten black-and-white enlargers and five color enlargers, and a twelve-station computer graphics studio. The East half contains studios for woodworking, glassblowing, ceramics, metalsmithing, steel and stone sculpture, and benchwork.
Location: Tel: (317) 255-2464 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Transportation Museum - The Indiana Transportation Museum is a volunteer run, non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve Indiana's railroad history, educate the public in the history of the railroad, and provide our visitors with an opportunity to experience railroad travel as it used to be. We operate on 38 miles of track once known as the Indianapolis & Peru.
Location: P. O Box 83 Noblesville, IN 46061.0083 Tel: 317.773.6000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indianapolis Museum of Art - The Indianapolis Museum of Art is among the largest and oldest general art museums in the United States. Founded in 1883, the Museum now boasts a permanent collection of more than 50,000 works of art that span the range and scope of art history. In addition to housing its world-class art collections, the Museum is also a premier showcase for national and international exhibitions.
Location: 4000 Michigan Road Indianapolis IN 46208-3326 Tel: 317-923-1331 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Historical Society - The William Henry Smith Memorial Library maintains one of the largest collections of material on the history of Indiana and the Old Northwest, including: 1.6 million photographs (415 visual collections), 72,000 books and pamphlets, 1100 maps, 400 broadsides, 14,000 pieces of sheet musicm 3,200 artifacts, 60+ paintings, 7,225 manuscript collections, 17,000 digital images,
Location: 450 West Ohio St. Indianapolis, IN 46202 Tel: 317-232-1882 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana State Museum - the Indiana State Museum is an eclectic, ever-changing adventure into the past, present and future, Visit and and experience the worlds of art, science and culture up close.
Location: 650 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Tel: 317.232.1637 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conner Prairie - Live a different life at Conner Prairie!
Location: Be a farmer in 1886. Walk in the shoes of a pioneer in 1836. Explore the world of a Native American in 1816. This is your chance to bring history back to life and experience it for yourself! Start in the present and journey back to long ago-to days when you bartered for your goods, learned in a one-room schoolhouse and worked on a farm. Travel to five historic areas set on over 1,400 acres and experience how life has changed over the years. Costumed interpreters will greet you and make you feel right at home! Let yourself slip back in time and see if you are ready for the challenge of living a "new" life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Medical History Museum - The Indiana Medical History Museum is located in the “Old Pathology Building” on the grounds of the former Central State Hospital on the near westside of Indianapolis. The museum represents the beginning of scientific psychiatry and modern medicine while the building itself is the oldest surviving pathology facility in the nation and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum maintains a collection of scientific artifacts from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in a completely authentic setting. Constructed in 1895 and inaugurated in 1896, the nineteen-room Pathological Department Building, as it was then called, is equipped with three clinical laboratories, a photography lab, teaching amphitheatre, autopsy room, and library.
Location: 3045 West Vermont St. Indianapolis, IN 46222 Tel: 317.635.7329 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indianapolis Zoo - Located in White River State Park downtown, The Indianapolis Zoo proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2004. Since opening in 1964, the Indianapolis Zoo has grown into a world-class facility hosting a million visitors each year and playing a major role in worldwide conservation and research, including accomplishing the world’s first successful artificial insemination of an African elephant.
Location: 1200 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, In. 46222 Tel: (317) 630-2001 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Repertory Theatre - Since the Indiana Repertory Theatre was founded in 1972, it has grown into one of the leading regional theatres in the country, as well as one of the top-flight cultural institutions in the city and state. A staff of more than 100 seasonal and year-round employees creates nine productions exclusively for Indiana audiences.
Location: 140 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204-3465 Tel:(317) 635-5252 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis - The more than 400,000-square-foot facility houses 11 major galleries that explore the physical and natural sciences, history, world cultures and the arts. The Children’s Museum is a place to learn and do. Whenever possible, exhibits are “hands-on” or participatory in nature. The Children’s Museum strives to be one of the vital links in the lives of children as it supports their intellectual curiosity and love of learning. The museum, situated on 14 acres of land in Indianapolis, presents thousands of programs and activities each year.
Location: 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208-4716 Tel: 317-334-3322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FUN & ENTERTAINMENT VACATIONS - SOUTHERN INDIANA (For example - Evansville, IN - Bloomington, IN - Princeton, IN )
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Cherokee Ridge Garden Tours - Cherokee Ridge has over 2 1/2 miles of walking trails, a variety of flowers and herb gardens, and a vegetable garden. It also has whimsical statuary, water gardens, bird baths and feeders. On the property is a memorial garden for Sarah's father and a heirloom garden, which plants date back at least 6 generations. A wildflower meadow and a half acre pond. The lake has a sandy beach and a volleyball court.
Location: RR #3 Solsberry, Indiana 47459 Tel: (812) 876-1349 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mathers Museum of World Culture - Located on the beautiful Indiana University campus the Museum can provide a unique setting for your reception, dinner, holiday party, or other special event.
Location: 416 North Indiana Ave. Bloomington, Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lilly Library - Lilly Library holdings include about 400,000 books, more than 100,000 pieces of sheet music, and more than 6.5 million manuscripts. Access to these items is provided through IUCAT, the card catalog.
Location: The Lilly Library Indiana University 1200 E. Seventh St. Bloomington, IN 47405-5500 Tel:812-855-2452 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana University Art Museum - The Indiana University Art Museum has grown from a small university teaching collection into one of the foremost university art museums in the country. Today, the IU Art Museum's internationally acclaimed collections, ranging from ancient gold jewelry and African masks to paintings by Claude Monet and Pablo Picasso, include over 30,000 objects representing nearly every art-producing culture throughout history.
Location: 1133 E 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405 7509 Tel: 812 855 5445 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Atterbury-Bakalar Air Museum - The Atterbury-Bakalar Air Museum is dedicated to the memory of all military and civilian personnel who served in any capacity in the wars and conflicts from 1942 to 1970. It serves to recall events of WWII, The Korea, Cuban and Vietnam conflicts which touched many of our lives.
Location: 4742 Ray Boll Boulevard Columbus, Indiana 47203 Tel: 812 372-4356 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Red Wolf Sanctuary - The sanctuary currently is home to 12 wolves, 5 coyotes, a 'coydog' - which is part coyote and part dog - 3 mountain lions, 3 bobcats, 2 bears and a buffalo. There's also an assortment of birds of prey, such as eagles, hawks and owls.
Location: P.O. Box 235 Dillsboro, IN 47018 Tel: 812-667-5303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology - The museum offers exciting hands-on exhibits, as well as demonstrations and make-and-take activities, for family fun and learning. Check the museum's web site for the latest information about special programs and events, summer science camps, and updates on the opening of the new museum.
Location: 308 W Fourth St., Bloomington, IN 47408 Tel: 812 337 1337 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bluespring Caverns Park - As you glide silently over the quiet waters of Myst'ry River in a custom boat tour, the natural wonders of this subterranean world pass before your eyes. See rare blind fish and crayfish living in a world of perpetual darkness... where they developed eons ago and thrive yet today. On-board electric lighting suggests the adventure of early explorations as passages carved by endlessly-flowing waters are revealed. Your imagination will be stirred by the power and majesty which remained, for so long, unknown to man.
Location: 1459 Bluespring Caverns Road, Bedford, IN 47421 Tel: 812-279-9471 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Holiday World - Holiday World & Splashin' Safari located in Santa Claus Indiana offers world-class rides, a sparkling clean water park and fabulous live shows.
Location: 452 East Christmas Blvd Santa Claus, IN 47579 Tel: (812) 937-4401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Squire Boone Caverns - Glimpse millions of years in one moment as you gaze at dazzling cave formations and underground waterfalls. The same caverns discovered by Squire and Daniel Boone two centuries ago are now accessible via lighted walkways. Guided tours let you observe earth's secrets deep below the surface.
Location: 100 Squire Boone Rd. S.W. Mauckport, IN 47142 Tel: (812) 732-4381 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve - To provide the opportunity for increased appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of the natural world. To preserve and protect the unique qualities of this old-growth mixed lowland forest and to insure the continued status of Wessleman Woods Nature Preserve as a National Natural Landmark and Indiana State Nature Preserve.
Location: 551 North Boeke Rd, Evansville IN 47711-5994 Tel: 812 479 0771 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Derby Dinner Playhouse - An entertainment tradition for thirty years, Derby Dinner Playhouse offers live-stage productions, a plentiful buffet, and desserts that are so big you'll need two spoons. Derby Dinner is one of the largest dinner theatres in the country seating 500 guests and entertaining over 200,000 people a year, including 8,000 season subscribers.
Location: 525 Marriott Drive Clarksville, IN 47129 Tel: (812) 288-8281 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forest Discovery Center - Discover the wonders of the forest and learn how valuable one tree can be. Created to celebrate this ever-renewable resource, The Forest Discovery Center lets you experience the beauty and richness of our woodlands. Wander through an indoor forest, past a 1000 square foot mural created from small wood inlays, using an age-old technique called marquetry. You'll see the role the forest plays in our daily lives and learn how we are preserving its beauty for many generations to come.
Location: 533 Louis Smith Road Starlight, IN 47106 Tel: (812) 923-1590 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hands On Discovery Children's Museum - Hands On Discovery (HOD) began as a Junior League of Evansville project and has evolved into an exciting, educational children's learning center. HOD is a museum for children and their families that promotes learning, playing, and experiencing in an environment that is interactive, varied, welcoming and accessible.
Location: 123 N.W. 4th Street Evansville, IN 47708 Tel: 812-477-4929 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Evansville Museum of Arts & Sciences - Online realm of The Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science. Home to one of Southern Indiana's most established and significant cultural centers, the Evansville Museum encourages you to view our lively world through our many permanent and changing galleries.
Location: 411 S.E. Riverside Drive Evansville, Indiana 47713-1098 Tel: (812) 425-2406 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lincoln Amphitheatre - Lincoln Amphitheatre, the only completely covered amphitheatre in the United States, is nestled in the beautiful woods of Lincoln State Park.
Location: Lincoln Amphitheatre, University of Southern Indiana Mailing, 8600 University Boulevard ,Evansville, Indiana 47712 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indiana Railway Museum - The Indiana Railway Museum is a tourist railway and museum located in French Lick, Indiana. The Museum was founded in 1961 in the town of Westport, Indiana where the railroad operated a tourist excursion utilizing one small locomotive, three passenger cars, and about twenty volunteers.
Location: P.O. Box 150 French Lick, Indiana 47432 Tel: 1-800-74-TRAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Angel Mounds - Angel Mounds State Historic Site is nationally recognized as one of the best preserved prehistoric Native American sites in the United States. From 1100 to 1450 A. D., a town on this site was home to people of the Middle Mississippian culture, who engaged in hunting and farming on the rich bottom lands of the Ohio River.
Location: 8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715 Tel: (812) 853-3956
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