Indiana Insider Blog

Because of changes in Indiana’s laws in recent years, both wineries and distilleries have begun to flourish as one of the state’s newest attractions. We recently had the chance to visit the French Lick Winery and the Spirits of French... Read more

Indiana has a strong and lasting tradition of architecturally significant historic courthouses, surrounded by vibrant town squares. Of Indiana’s 92 counties, most county seats in our state retain an historic courthouse as a central feature of their downtown districts. My... Read more

2018 marks the bicentennial anniversary of both Winchester and Randolph County, Indiana. To mark this special year, a new Bicentennial Plaza was dedicated on the south end of the courthouse square in the city of Winchester. The plaza is a... Read more

Whether you’re a history buff, or just an avid fan of Hoosier heritage, the Dunham House an hour north of Indianapolis is worth the trip. Home to early Hoosier farmers and politicians, the House has a special connection to the... Read more

One of my favorite artists of all time is Edward Gorey (1925-2000). Famous for his ever-so-slightly ghoulish pen-and-ink drawings, Gorey’s work blends unique tales of children, maidens, and monsters set in unique Victorian and Edwardian styled environments. Some of his... Read more

Almost everyone in central Indiana knows of Conner Prairie – a perennial favorite place to visit for adults and children alike. Throughout the year, Conner Prairie offers a diverse array of programs for visitors of all ages. In fall, however,... Read more

Wilbur Wright, one-half of the famous Wright brothers, was born in a small farm house in eastern Henry County. Halfway between Millville and Mooreland, the Wilbur Wright Birthplace and Museum commemorates one of the greatest early pioneers of flight. With... Read more

From apples to peaches, strawberries and pumpkins, this Eastern Indiana Orchard is a great place to spend an afternoon this fall! From a wide selection of apples, to apple-blossom honey, Dougherty Orchard in Wayne County offers a little something for... Read more

On a recent trip to Valparaiso, I made a stop at the nearby Gabis Arboretum and Gardens (formerly Taltree) in Porter County, just south of Louise Lake. Gabis preserves 330 acres of prairie, forest, and wetlands, along with the largest collection... Read more