Indiana Insider Blog

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

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

The staff at Visit Hendricks County scoured our communities searching for unique holiday gifts you just can’t find anywhere else. What we discovered were some amazing finds for every member of the family in our locally owned stores. Here’s a... Read more

I don’t know what it is about Fall in Hendricks County, but the festivals and attractions come alive as the air becomes a little cooler and crisper. There’s just something about this season in Hendricks County that makes it a... Read more

In traveling the Midwest over the past two-and-a-half decades, I’ve always loved finding cozy bed and breakfasts for lodging. There’s a familiar reliability in standard hotels, but bed and breakfasts offer a different atmosphere where you are often staying in... Read more

You’ll find much more than three little pigs at this Hendricks County animal attraction. More like 50, in fact! Founded and managed by high school senior Olivia Head, Oinking Acres Farm Rescue and Sanctuary in Brownsburg offers a safe refuge... Read more

Looking for something fun to do with bored kids? Located on U.S. 36, the airy Tie Dye Lab in Avon, Hendricks County allows plenty of room for social distancing to keep customers safe. Friendly employees make making your own tie-dyes... 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