Looking for an interesting and unique gift store for your favorite Colts items? Maybe some tasty hometown treats to send to a friend far away? A Taste of Indiana gift store on Binford Boulevard in Indianapolis carries more than 500 products to choose from, all made right here within the state. Forget the fruit! This family-run business assembles customized gift bags and baskets of all sizes full of Hoosier-made items suitable for any occasion. College basketball season, Indianapolis 500, housewarmings, birthday parties, Secret Santa exchanges, thank yous, or baby shower gifts — the options ar ..read more

Whether you are a Stranger Things fan or not, travel to the Upside Down and stay awhile through a Bloomington portal in the middle of Kirkwood Avenue. This article first appeared in the Indianapolis Monthly. Written by Amy Lynch.  YOU WON’T FIND Hawkins on any legitimate Indiana map, but it is possible to access the Upside Down through a Bloomington portal in the middle of Kirkwood Avenue. The Graduate Bloomington unveiled its two-room Stranger Things suite last fall designed by the brand’s in-house team after scouring eBay and local thrift stores for decor. Hard ..read more

Need fun and educational things to do with your kids this summer? Look no further! At Fair Oaks Farms, we have interactive and educational exhibits for your whole herd to explore.  COME AND LEARN AND PLAY Begin your Adventure in the Admissions building that’s labeled, “Start Your Adventure Here”. Purchase your day pass, receive your all-access wristband, and schedule your Bus Tours to the Dairy and Pig Farms. Now that you’re all scheduled, your family is encouraged to explore all four museum-like buildings, filled with tons of activities and information about farming! Walk over to the D ..read more

Golf getaways are all about relaxation with just a touch of excitement, especially when doing the Pete Dye Golf Trail. Imagine golfing surrounded by some of the most stunning views in the state and then dining at a gourmet restaurant or checking out a local brewery or winery.  After a wonderful day, tuck in and sleep soundly at one of Indiana’s unique accommodation options. For golfers, there are so many reasons to hit the links in Indiana. Our golf history spans more than a century, with one name standing above the rest: Pete Dye. Referred to by many as the father of modern golf course ..read more

The infamous fish and chips from Payne’s. I’m a little obsessed with all things British including Fish and Chips. I have ancestors that came to the U.S. from the United Kingdom many decades ago, so that connection has inspired my interest. And I love following the royals. I remember rising from my bed when it was still dark as a young child to watch the weddings of Charles and Diana and Andrew and Fergie. I started watching the Netflix series The Crown last year and it turned into a week-long binge.   As a foodie, I admit that British food may not be quite as spectacular in color and flav ..read more

Spring is rolling into West Lafayette, and that means one thing. It’s time to kick off the Bug Bowl at Purdue’s Spring Fest! An annual Purdue University tradition, this insect-centric event is part of the College of Agriculture’s annual Spring Fest (this year’s event will be on April 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) to showcase the lighter side of higher education through engaging in-person and virtual activities. Entomology professor emeritus Tom Turpin got the Bug Bowl ball rolling back in 1990 to increase interest in insects by creating a cockroach race. Bugs bred in the entomology department co ..read more

There’s more to the Indiana Dunes than warm sand, blue water, and miles of hiking trails. For example, as of 2021, it’s the fifth most biodiverse national park in the United States, right behind Yosemite! The Indiana Dunes’ environment, ecology, and history are really what make it a special place. Birthplace of ecology The Indiana Dunes are known as the birthplace of the science of ecology—that’s the study of organisms and how they relate to one another and their physical surroundings. Henry Chandler Cowles, a professor from the University of Chicago, studied ecological succession in the India ..read more

The Venue Loeb Playhouse is located in the Stewart Center, in the heart of Purdue’s West Lafayette campus. Stewart Center was built as a meeting facility and can accommodate up to 500 people in its 23 meeting rooms. The facility also houses two auditoriums, Fowler Hall and Loeb Playhouse. The stage can accommodate single acts from orchestras to musicals. Lectures and seminars are also held in the venue.  The well-designed space doesn’t seem to be a bad seat in the house. The sound quality is excellent. Choose from two levels of just over 1,000 seats. Reserved seating is included in tick ..read more

Fountain County has a small music hall with a big sound! Highway 431 Country Café is home to the Wallace Opry. Wallace Opry has Live music, home cooking, laughter, and a family-oriented atmosphere that delights all ages. Guests from around the country and around the world somehow find their way to the Wallace Opry. Wallace Opry- Country and Gospel Music The talented musicians of the Highway 341 Band entertain guests with country music on Thursday and Saturday nights. “Monday Night in God’s Living Room” features the Hometown Gospel Band. Want to sing a tune with the band? Throw out the song an ..read more

March is Women’s History Month! There is no shortage of incredible women who have shaped the fabric of our nation’s culture, and that is even more apparent in the Hoosier State. Indiana has produced so many successful women, from legendary entertainers to civil rights activists to abolitionists who helped enslaved people escape through the Underground Railroad. If you’re looking for some strong female inspiration, Indiana’s got you covered. Continue reading to learn about these important women from Indiana. Madam CJ WalkerMadam CJ Walker built an empire beginning in 1905 by selling her unique ..read more