Indiana Insider Blog

James Naismith said, “While the game was invented in Massachusetts, basketball really had its origin in Indiana, which remains the center of the sport.” You could say the game chose Indiana s its home. Just like Indiana’s favorite game, we’re... Read more

In partnership with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Visit Indiana has launched the Indiana State Nature Passport. This free “digital passport” encourages visitors to discover new places and enjoy the outdoors. From cool prizes to seasonal sweepstakes, there has... Read more

Formerly known as the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Newfields: A Place for Nature & The Arts is now a 152-acre campus in Indy that houses a number of attractions that includes not only the art museum, but also The Garden,... Read more

In a new campaign from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation, non-native Indiana residents share stories about why they chose to move to and stay in Indiana. The campaign will run throughout 2021, showcasing what makes Indiana a great place to... Read more

We hope you’re hungry! Hamilton County Tourism, in partnership with local restaurants in Hamilton County, will launch The Great Dine Out restaurant promotion January 4 – February 7, 2021. It’s no surprise the past year has been difficult for the... Read more

Although Munich’s annual Oktoberfest traditionally starts in September, anytime in Indiana is the perfect time to celebrate the changing seasons with hefty steins of beer and hearty German cuisine. Get an authentic taste of old-world dishes at some of these... Read more

The Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) recently removed the bald eagle from Indiana’s list of state endangered and special concern species due to evidence of successful recovery. The recovery of the bald eagle is one of the greatest conservation success... Read more

This year more so than any other holiday season, we all need to support our locally owned small businesses. With that in mind, the staff at Visit Hendricks County scoured our communities searching for unique holiday gifts you just can’t find... Read more

Winter brings colder temperatures, but it also brings a whole new list of memory-making opportunities! From chills and thrills to sightseeing and “lightseeing,” Indiana is a winter wonderland perfect for exploring, and we’ve compiled 20 of Indiana’s best winter traditions.... Read more