Indiana Travel & Tourist Attractions
Indiana is known as both the Hoosier State and the Crossroads of America. Its capital, Indianapolis, is thriving as an economic center and a tourist destination. Many museums, such as the Indiana State Museum and various sporting events, particularly the acclaimed Indianapolis 500, are particularly popular. In Fort Wayne there is The Lincoln Museum, which is dedicated to Abraham Lincoln's life. Also in this part of the state is the University of Notre Dame, home of the fighting Irish. In Evansville, a historic riverfront town in South Indiana, visitors are sure to enjoy the Willard Library (circa 1885), which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Amish Acres - Explore the historic eighty acre farm and experience the lifestyle of the Amish through guided tours, horse drawn buggy rides, farm animals, restaurants, live musical theatre, craft demonstrations, quaint shops and more.
American Cabaret Theatre - The Mission of the American Cabaret Theatre is to continue its strong tradition of uniquely original concepts for the Indianapolis community; to continue its apprenticeship training program for young talent of the greater Indianapolis area; to create new shows, and strive for new directions, as time passes, in keeping with the changing world around us.
Anderson Fine Arts Center - Anderson Fine Arts Center, was established in 1967 in an 1870’s structure, which was originally a private residence. The Center has offered arts programming for the Madison County community for over 30 years. The Center offers exhibits & permanent collections, hands-on children's gallery, tours and a gift shop.
Anderson's Mainstage Theatre - Mainstage Theatre, is one of Indiana's longest running community theatres. This theatre group strives to be a leader in the 'Community Theatre' with high quality production values and a variety of entertainment. Each summer the theatre houses several productions between May and September.
Anderson Symphony Orchestra - The Anderson Symphony Orchestra performs in the historic Paramount Theatre. The exquisite sound and sight of the Symphony surrounded by the beautiful architecture, intimate atmosphere and fine accoustics of the theatre truly do make it a grand way to conduct an evening!
Angel Mounds - Angel Mounds State Historic Site is nationally recognized as one of the best preserved prehistoric Native American sites in the United States. From 1100 to 1450 A. D., a town on this site was home to people of the Middle Mississippian culture, who engaged in hunting and farming on the rich bottom lands of the Ohio River.
Art Museum of Greater Lafayette - The collection of the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette focuses on 19th and 20th century American art, especially that of Indiana.
Atterbury-Bakalar Air Museum - The Atterbury-Bakalar Air Museum is dedicated to the memory of all military and civilian personnel who served in any capacity in the wars and conflicts from 1942 to 1970. It serves to recall events of WWII, The Korea, Cuban and Vietnam conflicts which touched many of our lives.
Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Museum - 115 Classic Cars in the beautiful 1930 art deco-styled national headquarters of the former Auburn Automobile Company, America's esteemed builder of luxury motorcars. Eight exhibit galleries on two floors, including auto design and clay model studios, workers' offices, and the splendorous restored factory showrooms.
Ben Hur Museum - The Ben-Hur Museum is located in the private study of Major General Lew Wallace, the author of Ben-Hur. The museum contains items collected by General Wallace during his life as an author, soldier, statesman, artist, violinist and inventor.
Black Pine Animal Park - Black Pine Animal Park is not just a zoo, it's a sanctuary for rescued, rehabilitated, and retired exotic animals. The park provides a unique opportunity to meet exotic and endangered animals like lions, tigers, chimpanzees, monkeys, bears, and dozens of other mammals, birds, and reptiles from all over the world.
Bluespring Caverns Park - Bluespring Caverns has over 20 miles of passages and is among the ten largest natural tunnels in the world and the two largest in the United States. The Park offers the 'Myst'ry River Voyage', a one hour tour by boat through the Caverns.
Carmel Community Players (CCP) - CCP provides live dramatic and musical presentations that expand and develop creative opportunities for the entire community. Founded in 1993, CCP responded to a growing need in this community for affordable, local, quality entertainment that would meet the needs of cultural enrichment for the entire family.
Cherokee Ridge Garden Tours - Cherokee Ridge has over 2 1/2 miles of walking trails, a variety of flowers and herb gardens, and a vegetable garden. It also has whimsical statuary, water gardens, bird baths and feeders.
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis - The museum is the world's largest, featuring 10 galleries of hands-on exhibits, a huge model train display, planetarium and a real carousel.
Children's Science & Technology Museum - The Children's Science & Technology Museum of Terre Haute is a hands on museum featuring displays such as the space simulator, make believe tv studio, music area and other scientific exhibits.
Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette - For more than 60 years, Civic Theatre has been part of Lafayette's social life. It has grown and thrived entirely through the efforts of those hundreds and hundreds of people who generously have given their time and talents.
College Football Hall of Fame - The College Football Hall of Fame is designed to put you in the middle of all the action. From your first step onto Gridiron Plaza, to the moment you exit through the unique gift shop, you'll see the sport from every possible angle.
Conner Prairie - One of America's finest living history museums. It's a place where stories are told about the past and preserved for the future--where you can relax and have fun, make memories and share your own stories. Explore an 1836 pioneer village, an 1816 Indian camp, and 1886 working farm and covered bridge. Try hands-on activities at PastPort, take a guided tour of the Conner House and lots more.
Corvette Classics - Corvette Classics is N.E. Indiana's newest museum featuring 51 of the finest restored and judged classic Corvettes of the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's.
Dan Quayle Center & Museum - The museum features two permanent exhibit galleries. The first exhibit contains artifacts, such as such as century old political cartoons, china, signed documents and letters, newspapers, books and more relating to each and every vice president. The second exhibit gallery highlights the life of Vice President Dan Quayle.
Deep River Waterpark - Deep River Waterpark offers exciting rides and entertainment for the whole family. Rides include exciting waterslides, a wave pool, and a lazy river.
Derby Dinner Playhouse - A round dinner theater with 500 seats available to the public, the Derby Dinner Playhouse features wonderful Broadway musicals plus outstanding food.
Dubois County Museum - Located in Jasper's historic Gramelspacher-Gutzweiler Building just a few blocks north of the Courthouse Square, the Dubois County Museum traces the region's dynamic history from the Ice Age to the present.
Eiteljorg Museum - The Eiteljorg Museum is unique, one of two museums east of the Mississippi with both Native American and Western art. Located in downtown Indianapolis, the museum is within walking distance of the RCA Dome, Circle Centre mall and major downtown hotels.
Evansville Museum of Arts & Sciences - One of Southwestern Indiana's most established and significant cultural centers, the Evansville Museum encourages you to view its lively world inside our many permanent and changing galleries. The Evansville Museum serves the tri-state area of Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky by offering exhibitions, events and educational programs in Art, History and Science.
Fairmount Historical Museum - In addition to artifacts related to the town, its families, and schools, the museum also holds many pieces related to and once owned by James Dean and his family, including awards, clothing, motorcycles and much more. The museum also houses a tribute to another Fairmount native, Jim Davis and his creation, 'Garfield'.
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory - It is the goal of the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory to provide a unique botanical venue for quality public education and enjoyment. Stop and smell the flowers and explore one of the best botanical conservatories in the Midwest. The Conservatory features three distinct inside gardens, a hands-on exhibit gallery, featuring a giant talking tree and the Tulip Tree Gift Shop.
Forest Discovery Center - Discover the wonders of the forest and learn how valuable one tree can be. Created to celebrate this ever-renewable resource, The Forest Discovery Center lets you experience the beauty and richness of the woodlands.
Forks of the Wabash Historic Park - The park tells the story of the local Miami and their relationship with early white settlers and the U.S. Government. The grounds include a restored Chiefs' home from the 1830's, log buildings and a visitor's center and museum.
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - Considered the world's finest children's zoo - offers 42 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Visitors can stroll through the award-winning Indonesian Rainforest, travel to Africa in their own motorized jeep, take a ride on an Endangered Species Carousel, see the sites of Australia and lots more.
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre - The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is dedicated to strengthening itself as a significant cultural force in the Fort Wayne area and surrounding region through excellence in programming, theatre education and development of talent in the disciplines of the theatre and related performing arts.
Fort Wayne Museum of Art - The museum's collection consists of over 1,300 objects, the primary focus of the permanent collection is European and American paintings, sculptures and works on paper created since 1850. 19th and 20th century paintings include examples by George Inness, Eastman Johnson, Thomas Moran, Maurice de Vlaminck, Milton Avery, Horace Pippin, Larry Rivers, Alma Thomas, and Janet Fish.
Fulton County Museum - The museum feature the Barnhart Gallery which offers special exhibits, a reference room, seventeen display rooms of Fulton County living, the round barn museum, and a gift shop which sells books, Indian crafts, jewelry, pottery, paper dolls, and old-time toys.
The 'Giant' Earth Home - Powered almost entirely from the sun, this one-man tribute to nature is considered to be the pinnacle of environmental science anywhere in the world. Using the forest around him and the latest in hi-tech, artist and designer, Vic Cook has spent over a decade and 26,000 hours building this landmark environmental exhibit.
Great Lakes Museum of Military History - The purpose of The Great Lakes Museum of Military History is to educate people about the military heritage of this and other nations as well as to preserve, restore and display military memorabilia from the Revolutionary War to the present.
Grissom Air Museum - Grissom Air Museum gives its visitors half a century of history and heroism in the skies. You can stroll through aviation history from W.W.II through the Gulf War. In the unique, outdoor display, see a legendary B-17 Flying Fortress, as if still on alert on a green English airfield. Marvel at the sleek beauty of the rare, record-shattering B-58 Hustler and more.
Hands On Discovery Children's Museum - Hands On Discovery (HOD) began as a Junior League of Evansville project and has evolved into an exciting, educational children's learning center. HOD is a museum for children and their families that promotes learning, playing, and experiencing in an environment that is interactive, varied, welcoming and accessible.
Hannah Lindahl Children's Museum - Step inside and you'll step back in time to a world your grandparents - even your great-grandparents - knew. You'll also get a close look at the wonderful world of nature, a taste of life in Japan, and the excitement in the Survive Alive fire safety training house. Every exhibit presents something fascinating to see!
HealthWorks! Kids Museum - The facility is a 12,000 sq. foot education center dedicated to teaching children. Within HealthWorks! are two state-of-the-art classrooms, many interactive exhibits and activities, a theater that takes viewers inside the human brain, and a resource room with health materials available for borrowing.
Henry County Historical Society Museum - This 1870 Italianate style Victorian home of former Civil War General William Grose has been the home of the Henry County Historical Society Museum since 1901. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it showcases history of Henry County, a genealogy research library, coverlets on display and a diverse Art Collection.
Holiday World - Holiday World & Splashin' Safari located in Santa Claus Indiana offers world-class rides, a sparkling clean water park and fabulous live shows.
Imagination Station - Opened in 1996, the Imagination Station is the result of the combined efforts of hundreds of committed volunteers and donors. Through their continued generosity, the Imagination Station brings space, science, engineering, and technology to life for kids of all ages. A great way for families to learn science by doing science, and to have loads of fun at the same time!
Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame - From Milan to Market Square, the excitement of Hoosier Hysteria has thrilled fans and players alike. The rich tradition of Indiana basketball is proudly celebrated at the Hall of Fame Museum in New Castle, Indiana.
Indiana Beach - Located on Lake Shafer, Indiana Beach offers the perfect family vacation or day's outing with amusements, thrill rides, live shows, a giant water park, swimming, shopping, boating, games, restaurants, dancing, and more.
Indiana Historical Society - Since 1830, the Indiana Historical Society – an independent, nonprofit membership organization – has worked to collect, preserve, interpret and share information about the unique heritage of Indiana. Changing exhibitions, state-of-the-art research library, publications, music room, educational programs, special events, gift shop and cafe along the historic Central Canal.
Indiana Medical History Museum - In 1896 the Central Indiana Hospital for the Insane constructed the Pathology Building, a facility for research and educating physicians. Today, this unique historic structure houses the Indiana Medical History Museum.
Indiana Railway Museum - Fascinating railroad equipment are on display, including a caboose, and several diesel and steam locomotives. Souvenirs and railroad memorabilia are available in the station's gift shop as well as refreshments. Including the ever-popular Snack Bar Car that runs with every train.
Indiana Repertory Theatre - Since the Indiana Repertory Theatre was founded in 1972, it has grown into one of the leading regional theatres in the country, as well as one of the top-flight cultural institutions in the city and state. A staff of more than 100 seasonal and year-round employees creates nine productions exclusively for Indiana audiences.
Indiana State Museum - The Indiana State Museum has attracted national attention for its exhibitions and distinguished itself as 'Indiana's Smithsonian.' Located in the former Indianapolis City Hall and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum is considered one of the finest examples of early 20th century architecture in the area.
Indiana Transportation Museum - The Indiana Transportation Museum is a volunteer run, non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve Indiana's railroad history, educate the public in the history of the railroad, and provide visitors with an opportunity to experience railroad travel as it used to be.
Indiana University Art Museum - Visitors to the museum's first floor gallery can trace the developments of Western art from early Christianity to the present day. The Ancient and Asian collections occupy the museum's second floor gallery. One of this country's finest collections of art from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas can be seen in the museum's third floor gallery.
Indianapolis Art Center - The mission of the Indianapolis Art Center shall be to engage, enlighten and enhance our communities through art education, participation and observation. The Indianapolis Art Center offers a variety of programs and services focusing primarily on Education, Exhibitions, Outreach, Community Resource and Inter-Arts.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum - The Hall of Fame Museum on the grounds of the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a National Historic Landmark since 1987, appeals to more than just the racing enthusiast. Displayed are more than 75 racing cars, including Indianapolis winners as well as race cars from internationally renowned motorsports events world wide.
Indianapolis Museum of Art - The mission of the Indianapolis Museum of Art is to enable a large and diverse audience to see, understand and enjoy the best of the world’s visual arts; to this end, the Museum collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets original works of art.
Indianapolis Opera - Indianapolis Opera produces and presents opera in performances of the highest quality at Clowes Memorial Hall.
Indianapolis Zoo - The zoo houses approximately 3,800 specimens of 320 species of animals, including 16 endangered species, four threatened species, and 13 Species Survival (SSP) animal species.
Joseph Moore Museum of Natural History - The museum features displays on Indiana Birds of Prey, carrier pigeons, fossils, marshlands, paleontology, snakes, and a mummy. Other collections include birds, fish, herpetology, mammals, and more.
Lilly Library - Lilly Library holdings include about 400,000 books, more than 100,000 pieces of sheet music, and more than 6.5 million manuscripts. The Library promotes a wide range of activities including exhibitions and special events such as poetry readings, musical performances and receptions, as well as lectures, tours, and class presentations.
Lincoln Amphitheatre - Enjoy 'Young Abe Lincoln' musical outdoor drama while you experience the same beauty that surrounded Abraham Lincoln as he grew to manhood in Southern Indiana. Through the deaths of his mother and sister and his first brush with slavery, you’ll see how Abraham’s youth in Indiana helped make him one of our nation’s greatest Presidents.
The Lincoln Museum - Experience firsthand the legacy of America's most beloved president through the award-winning permanent exhibit, Abraham Lincoln and the American Experiment, including eleven galleries featuring hundreds of artifacts from Lincoln's era.
Long Center for the Performing Arts - Long Center Inc. is a non-profit organization, which helps to bring cultural enrichment into the Lafayette community. This restored theater seats 1200 and hosts many community events.
Lubeznik Center for the Arts - The Lubeznik Center for the Arts seeks to be a leading cultural force in the region through exhibitions and other artistic programs, community outreach, and education in the arts.
Mathers Museum of World Culture - Want to take a trip around the world? Then check out the Mathers Museum of World Cultures, at Indiana University. The Museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs that give you a chance to learn more about objects from Australia to Zanzibar.
Menno-Hof Mennonite Visitors Center - Menno-Hof's multi-image presentations, historical environments and colorful displays take you on a fascinating journey inside the unique world of the Mennonites and Amish.
Minnetrista Cultural Center & Oakhurst Gardens - Minnetrista's mission is to provide lifelong learning experiences in art, history and science. It features nationally touring science exhibits in addition to a number of exhibitions showcasing the art and history of East Central Indiana. The mission of Oakhurst Gardens is to promote awareness, understanding, and appreciation of our natural environment.
Morris Performing Arts Center - The Morris Performing Arts Center, located in the heart of downtown South Bend, Indiana is today the home of the Broadway Theatre League, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra, and the Southold Dance Theater.
Muncie Children's Museum - The museum is designed to be 'the kind of learning environment which helps children understand the world in which they live.' It was decided during the planning process that all exhibits would be participatory, with some interactive element. They are also intended to be fun, raise questions, provoke interest and stimulate curiosity.
Museum of Miniature Houses - The museum features antique and modern dollhouses, miniature scenes, hand-crafted miniature art, and private non-miniature collections.
NCAA Hall of Champions - From the first track and field championship in 1921, to the flavor, pageantry and tradition of today's 81 NCAA national championships in 22 sports, the NCAA Hall of Champions celebrates the journey of the student-athlete. Experience the defeats and triumphs that have fostered student-athletes to become leaders in athletic competition and in careers beyond the courts and fields.
National Art Museum of Sport - The nation's largest collection of sport related art hangs in the lobbies and corridors of University Place on the campus of Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis. Over 40 sports are represented in the 800 paintings, sculptures and works on paper.
National Model Aviation Museum - Visit the National Model Aviation Museum and view the largest collection of model aircraft in the United States. Discover how aero modeling helped change the world of aviation and examine the astonishing craftsmanship and artistry of its masters.
Northern Indiana Center for History - If you're looking for a magnificent historic site that showcases an elegant Victorian mansion, a charming cottage reflecting the 1930s, Voyages Gallery, which chronicles local history; and kids first Children's Museum, an interactive gallery plus compelling exhibitions, that place is the Northern Indiana Center for History.
Potawatomi Wildlife Park - Potawatomi Wildlife Park is a 200-acre complex that consists of fields, woodlands, ponds, and wetlands and is bordered by the Tippecanoe River. The Park is managed as a natural sanctuary for plants and animals of northern Indiana and provides educational activities for schools in the area, as well as a site for recreational activities, such as hiking or birdwatching.
Paramount Theatre - A beautifully restored 1929 John Eberson 'atmospheric' theatre with the decor of a Spanish/Moorish Courtyard. The elegant 6,000 square foot ballroom & theatre are breathtaking. Both are available for guided group tours.
President Benjamin Harrison Home - The President Benjamin Harrison Home is the former residence of President Benjamin Harrison that is now a museum dedicated to his life. Benjamin Harrison was the 23rd President of the United States from 1889 to 1893.
Purdue Convocations - The mission of Purdue Convocations is to connect artists and audiences through entertaining and educational professional arts programs.
RV/MH Heritage Foundation - The RV/MH Museum displays trailers, photos, and memorabilia reaching back to the 1920's and 1930's and is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum presents chronological an technological advancements in the industry from before WW I to the present.
Red Wolf Sanctuary - The sanctuary currently is home to 12 wolves, 5 coyotes, a 'coydog' - which is part coyote and part dog - 3 mountain lions, 3 bobcats, 2 bears and a buffalo. There's also an assortment of birds of prey, such as eagles, hawks and owls.
Richmond Art Museum - Richmond Art Museum is a fine art museum with a permanent collection of American Impressionists, Taos School, the Hoosier Group, the Richmond School and other regional artists. It also has a small but significant collection of local ceramic artists including works by potters of the Arts and Craft Movement, the Overbeck Sisters and the Bethel Pike potters.
Science Central - You have the power to bend rainbows and create earthquakes at Science Central, where the laws of physics are child's play. Dance on giant piano keys, experience weightlessness like the astronauts and ride a bike on a rail 20 feet in the air. Hands-on means minds-on; bring the kids and watch their faces light up. Grown-ups will have a blast too!
South Bend Regional Museum of Art - The mission of the Museum is to preserve the power of art to secure us, challenge us and change us. Programming responds to the needs and desires of the regional community, attracts diverse audiences, and stimulates participants with innovative approaches to the visual arts. The Museum interprets and cares for works of art through its exhibition, education and collecting programs.
Squire Boone Caverns - Glimpse millions of years in one moment as you gaze at dazzling cave formations and underground waterfalls. The same caverns discovered by Squire and Daniel Boone two centuries ago are now accessible via lighted walkways. Guided tours let you observe earth's secrets deep below the surface.
Studebaker National Museum - The Studebaker National Museum seeks to preserve the Studebaker heritage. Studebaker was the only company to span the time from settlers' wagons to high performance automobiles. View 114 years of automotive history, from the Studebaker family's Conestoga Wagon to the last car to roll off the assembly line.
The Washington Park Zoo - The Washington Park Zoo has more than 100 species and 250 animals in a unique zoo set near the southern shore of beautiful Lake Michigan. Master Gardeners tend the extensive gardens, and zookeepers are on hand to provide education about the animals and the zoo's efforts at conservation and preservation.
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve - Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve was formed in September of 1972 for the purpose of providing the community with an opportunity for increased appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of the natural world. The preserve encompasses nearly 200 acres of virgin bottomland hardwood forest and another 50 acres of younger forest, a field, and a pond. Year-round events are also offered.
White River Gardens - This stunningly beautiful, 3.3-acre landmark botanical attraction combines the best of gardening ideas, plant information and inspirational design. With over one thousand plant varieties on display, White River Gardens is an international showplace for Indiana where visitors can enjoy and learn about the bounty of the natural world.
Whitewater Valley Railroad - Enjoy a weekend or holiday afternoon by taking a trip 'back in time' on a full-size, historic railroad built on the tow path of the Whitewater Shipping Canal.
Wilbur Wright Birthplace and Museum - Relive the historic moment when the Wright brothers made aviation history, discover a life-size replica of the Wright Flyer, tour the restored birthplace home of Wilbur Wright furnished in the 1860s era and enjoy a variety of Wilbur Wright memorabilia exhibits.
Wolf Park - Wolf Park is home to several packs of gray wolves, plus foxes, bison and a coyote. It is dedicated to education, research, and conservation.
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