I know there are plenty of people who are totally into renaissance and medieval fairs. I am not one of those people. Well, to be fair about the fairs, I'd never attended one. And it wasn't for any particular reason; a chance to do so just never arose. That was until last fall … [Read more...] about German culture and medieval history at Rosenvolk Festival in Dubois County, Indiana
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Things to do in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with kids
Midwest traveling families should consider Fort Wayne, Indiana, as a future destination. Its location in northeastern Indiana makes it easily accessible for families from the Chicago, Indianapolis, and Detroit areas. There is also a weekend's worth of fun things to do in Fort … [Read more...] about Things to do in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with kids
A taste of Europe at The Flying Frog Bed and Breakfast in Franklin, Indiana
Just south of Indianapolis, in Johnson County (aka "Festival Country"), is the small town of Franklin, Indiana. It is quintessential Small Town, U.S.A. There is the town center, anchored by the historic (and, in this case, imposing) county courthouse. Local businesses and the … [Read more...] about A taste of Europe at The Flying Frog Bed and Breakfast in Franklin, Indiana
Conner Prairie: Using the past to shine light on the future in Hamilton County, Indiana
Conner Prairie is an interactive history park in Hamilton County, Indiana, and is the state's first Smithsonian Institute affiliate. I mentioned in my Hamilton County overview that Conner Prairie is one of the best historical and educational attractions we have ever visited, and … [Read more...] about Conner Prairie: Using the past to shine light on the future in Hamilton County, Indiana
Highlights of Hamilton County, Indiana
Hamilton County, Indiana, lies approximately 30 miles northeast of Indianapolis. I've been to Indy several times in my life but never stopped to have a look around Hamilton County. After spending a recent weekend there with the kids, I realized all that we'd been missing out … [Read more...] about Highlights of Hamilton County, Indiana
