Indiana Insider Blog

Madison is a wonderful town in the southeast corner of the state that is rich in history, architecture, and beauty. But what makes this time of year extra special is the Madison in Bloom tour. Held two weekends on June,... Read more

No… Hawkins, Indiana isn’t a real town. But that doesn’t mean the Hoosier State is devoid of the paranormal. Fans of the Netflix series Stranger Things might look to visit these five creepy Indiana spots! The Grave in the Middle... Read more

Are you craving a taste of Italy without the passport stamp? Perillo’s Pizzeria got you covered. On a recent visit to Indianapolis, I spent a day in Hendricks County and as we made our way home I decided to squeeze... Read more

A unique get-away awaits at the Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Madison! Experience a unique stay at a Cotton Mill.  On the banks of the Ohio River This spacious 1884 cotton-mill-turned-boutique-hotel is within steps of the Ohio River. The massive... Read more

Look up! Rain or shine, Batesville, Indiana, has got you covered with its new Sky Color Rain art installation of this! The Umbrella Sky Project started in 2011 in Águeda, Portugal, to attract people to local businesses. The creative agency... Read more

I’m a little obsessed with all things British including Fish and Chips. I have ancestors that came to the U.S. from the United Kingdom many decades ago, so that connection has inspired my interest. And I love following the royals.... Read more

Directly to the west of Indianapolis and Marion County, Hendricks County brims with exciting things to do, see and taste. To get a feel for what’s available in Brownsburg, Danville, Plainfield, Avon, and beyond, just take a quick read through... Read more

“Sign” yourself up for a trip to The Farm & Co. Metal Works in Clay County! This western Indiana sign shop sells beautiful hand-crafted home decor and signage that draws people from across the Midwest and United States.  Signs and... Read more

Spring is rolling into West Lafayette, and that means one thing. It’s time to kick off the Bug Bowl at Purdue’s Spring Fest! An annual Purdue University tradition, this insect-centric event is part of the College of Agriculture’s annual Spring... Read more