Indiana Insider Blog

Muncie is undergoing a bit of a culinary renaissance of late. With the establishment of several new local restaurants and breweries, Muncie is now an ideal stop for those looking for great dining options. Leading Muncie’s revitalized fine dining scene... Read more

On May 23 of this year, the Delaware County Historical Society dedicated a new statue in Muncie of Hurley C. Goodall, a local Civil Rights leader and Muncie’s first African American state representative. The new statue is one of several classic... Read more

Next time you go to the movies or toss a bag in the microwave, take a moment and think about where everyone’s favorite salty snack comes from. Indiana is one of the biggest popcorn-producing states in the country! These 9... Read more

Our recent adventures took us to the Muncie Children’s Museum in Downtown Muncie. This hidden gem provided a day of fun and imaginative play!  My youngest son and I left to drive to the museum at around noon (we live in... Read more

One of my favorite artists of all time is Edward Gorey (1925-2000). Famous for his ever-so-slightly ghoulish pen-and-ink drawings, Gorey’s work blends unique tales of children, maidens, and monsters set in unique Victorian and Edwardian styled environments. Some of his... Read more

Pete’s Bar and Grill is one of many local new restaurants to pop up recently in east-central Indiana. Opening in April of 2018, the Albany, Indiana restaurant is a successor of sorts to Pete’s Duck Inn – a long time... Read more

The city of Muncie has experienced a craft beer renaissance in recent years. With four active breweries and several bars, pubs, and restaurants all serving a variety of local and regional beers, residents in east-central Indiana need not travel far... Read more

In winters like this, it’s important to escape in places that remind us that yes, spring is going to come again. One such place is the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse in Muncie, on the campus of Ball... Read more

Maneuver your way through a mind-boggling collection of 3-D puzzles and full-body games with family and friends in Mazes & Brain Games, beginning May 13 at Minnetrista in Muncie! Test your perceptions in a feast of visual trickery inside the giant... Read more