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Locals Are Obsessed With This Iconic Roadside Spot in Indiana – Here’s Why

Visit the James Whitcomb Riley grave site in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana, for stunning city views and a tribute to the famed poet.

by Nikki Rhoades
on Feb 21
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The Story of This Abandoned Place in Bloomingdale, Indiana is Truly Fascinating

by Tori Jane
on Oct 28
A winding road through a lush green forest, dappled sunlight filtering through the trees.
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The Surprising Story Of How Indiana’s Most Infamous City Got Its Name

by Tori Jane
on Mar 6
A mural of five men smiling, set against a brick wall, with a nearby building and greenery in the foreground.
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Nobody Really Knows The Real Reason Behind Indiana Residents Being Called “Hoosiers”

by Tori Jane
on Feb 16
A person walks towards a historic covered bridge surrounded by lush green trees on a sunny day.
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The Little-Known Story Of River Otters In Indiana And How They’re Making A Big Comeback

by Tori Jane
on Feb 1
A close-up of an otter with its mouth open, sitting on a riverbank, holding a piece of food in its paws.

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Numerous UFOs Were Sighted In Indiana Decades Ago And It’s Among The Most Credible Sightings In History

by Tori Jane
on Jan 1
A twilight view of a marina with boats, featuring a bright object in the sky above a distant illuminated coastline.
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Most People Don’t Know That Much Of The Modern Vehicle Was Invented Right Here In Indiana

by Tori Jane
on Dec 15
Vintage car interior featuring red and white checkered upholstery, a classic steering wheel, and American flags.
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A Little-Known Slice Of Indiana History Can Be Found In The Middle Of A Road

by Tori Jane
on Dec 7
Aerial view of a rural area with roads, fields, and patches of trees, featuring a marked location.
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Most People Don’t Know That James Dean’s Gravesite Is Found Right Here In Indiana

by Tori Jane
on Dec 4
Gravestone of James B. Dean, engraved with his name and years of birth and death, surrounded by grass and flowers.
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You’d Never Guess That Indiana Has More Limestone Than Many Other States

by Tori Jane
on Nov 2
A tall, ornate skyscraper with intricate architectural details against a clear blue sky.
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The Little-Known Story Of The First-Ever Train Robbery In Indiana Is Unlike Any Other

by Tori Jane
on Oct 31
A vintage steam locomotive with a passenger car, parked on tracks near a building, in black and white.
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Take A Stroll Through Indiana’s Past At This Historic Artist’s Log Cabin

by Tori Jane
on Oct 24
A historic wooden house surrounded by blooming yellow daffodils and trees on a clear day.
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There Are More Historic Places In This Rural Indiana County Than We Can Possibly Count

Knox County, Indiana, is rich in history with numerous historic sites, making it an intriguing destination for exploration.

by Tori Jane
on Aug 28
Historic building with ornate towers, surrounded by trees, under a dramatic sky with clouds.
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The Oldest Building In Indiana Was Once The Home Of A U.S. President

Grouseland, built between 1802 and 1804 for William Henry Harrison, is the oldest building in Indiana and offers guided tours and historical events.

by Tori Jane
on Jul 17
Historic brick house with white columns, green shutters, and a porch, surrounded by trees and a sign in front.
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The Fascinating Archaeological Discovery That Put This Indiana Creek On The Map

Indiana's Prairie Creek Site is renowned for the discovery of a well-preserved mastodon skeleton and numerous human artifacts.

by Tori Jane
on Jul 6
A large mammoth tusk and a fossilized bone displayed on a table with an informational sign about mammoths.