Indiana Insider Blog

Ale, Stout, or Lager, no matter what your preference may be, the Hoosier State has a craft brew for you. Hoosier breweries consistently rank as some of the best in America at prestigious competitions, like the Great American Beer Festival... Read more

Visiting McKim Observatory in Greencastle is like both blasting into space and going back in time. From 1884 to today, from amateurs to professionals, stars and planets can be seen through the lens of this observatory’s magnificent telescope. The observatory... Read more

When the weather outside is frightful — and even when it’s not, children’s museums and STEM learning centers across Indiana offer indoor entertainment worth exploring. These eight children’s museums in Indiana combine learning and fun to make a memorable experience.... Read more

After several years of traveling and writing for the Indiana Insider Blog, I’m convinced that some of Indiana’s best food and drink exists in places you’d probably least expect. While Indiana’s largest cities often get significant attention for their culinary... Read more

I love American history. I love presidential history. I love 19th-century architecture. I love touring historic mansions. And for all of those reasons, I made it a point to visit the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site on a trip to Indianapolis... Read more

Indiana is home to numerous incredible small towns. These 20 towns and cities, all home to 25,000 people or less, are a must-visit for anyone interested in experiencing the hospitality and charm of Indiana’s small towns. This list is part... Read more

Discover new breweries, find your next beer obsession, expand your palate, and explore your beer faves old and new at the 12th annual Drink Indiana (Brewers of Indiana Guild) Winterfest. Join Drink Indiana for the 12th Annual Winterfest Friday, January 31... Read more

As we were traveling through Northern Indiana recently, my husband and I decided to stop for lunch at a South Bend brewery. We were really glad we chose the Studebaker Brewing Co., located on the third floor of the historic... Read more

Looking for the horses, rodeo and truck and tractor pulls? C Bar C Expo Center in Cloverdale has events throughout the year for all ages. Whether you’re a participant or spectator, this 50-acre property is a true Indiana gem. Located... Read more