Indiana Insider Blog

To describe Mercantile 37 and Wheelers Café and Market as a little bit out of the way is something of an understatement, but what you’ll find when you get there makes the trip all worthwhile. Tucked into the northeastern reaches... Read more

Mooresville is more than just home to the Indiana state flag. This Morgan County town is a vibrant place to stop for a meal – from Cajun to homestyle green beans to sushi! Gather with friends at one of... Read more

Car lovers come from all over the world to pilgrimage to Auburn, the “Home of the Classics,” in Northeast Indiana. This well-known gearhead city has deep roots in the automobile industry as the original home of the Auburn Automobile Company... Read more

DeKalb County in Northeast Indiana is known for it’s world famous Auburn Cord Duesenberg Classic Car Show and Auction held on Labor Day weekend of each year so it’s no wonder that the area is also an excellent place for... Read more

This Indiana city’s downtown has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past few years which has inspired a growing number of entrepreneurs to open downtown boutiques and take advantage of the increased visitor activity. Downtown Fort Wayne is well-known for... Read more

If you love treasure hunting at antique shops, you’ll appreciate the cool items I found at the antique and salvage shops in and around historic Franklin, IN, which is just south of Indianapolis. Below you’ll find my single favorite find... Read more

Redkey, Indiana sits nestled at the crossroads of Highway 1 and Indiana State Road 67 in Jay County. This small town of about 1,300 is currently in the process of revitalization and is, in the view of this author, a... Read more

By Sara Wakefield The Heritage Trail driving tour in northern Indiana was named one of America’s most scenic drives by the editors of LIFE. The 90-mile loop is a gateway to the urban-rural fusion in the Elkhart region, from the... Read more

My kids and I recently spent the day in Kokomo and despite it being a horribly rainy day, we had a fantastic time exploring the city and it’s treasures. Prior to the trip, I was guided to a lengthy list... Read more