Indiana Insider Blog

USAToday/10Best just announced that The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is a winner in the 2020 USAToday/10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest for America’s Best Children’s Museum. The nomination was carefully made by an expert panel of travel journalists from around... Read more

The spread of the novel coronavirus has led the CDC and Indiana State Department of Health to recommend citizens practice social distancing, avoiding large congregations of people and maintaining six feet of personal space for the time being. Thus, many... Read more

When 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... Read more

Due to public health concerns, many Indiana attractions, festivals and events are seeing closings or cancellations. Consult with the websites of particular events and attractions for up to date information. Please use personal discretion and follow the Indiana State Department... Read more

My mom, my sister and I are busy, hard-working mommas, so getting time away with the girls can be hard to do. I was so happy when we were all able to make our schedules work and plan a girls’... Read more

If it’s going to be cold and snowy, you might as well have some fun with it. I have many fond memories of hitting the Swallow Cliff Tobaggan Slides in the Chicago suburbs as a teen and with my own... Read more

Indiana’s story stretches well into history, with significant events happening well before statehood was granted in 1816, and visitors can experience the people and places of the past firsthand at historic sites across the state. You are guaranteed to find... Read more

Indiana is home to a staggering number of great museums and cultural attractions, but the admission costs for a whole family can add up in a hurry. To make access to these beloved Hoosier institutions more affordable for families who... Read more

Sometimes you just need some sugar in your life! These 20 Sweets and Candy Shops have just what you are looking for. From chocolates and candy canes to pies and gummy bears, this group of Indiana confectioneries will satisfy any... Read more