From Trails to Museums: Experience Indiana’s Cool North Heritage
Posted on October 1, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana’s Cool North is rich with history, offering travelers a journey through time. Explore historic sites like the Barker Mansion and Buckley Homestead, wander scenic heritage trails in Amish Country and Indiana Dunes Indigenous Cultural Trail. Celebrate diverse ethnic heritage through cultural events, museums, and community festivals, while strolling charming small towns. From Native American roots to immigrant influences, history and culture come alive across this northern Indiana region.
Countdown in Crown Point
December 31, 2025
Ring in the New Year at the Crown Point New Year’s Eve Ball Drop, where the historic downtown comes alive with music, celebration, and community spirit. Families and friends gather for the countdown as the illuminated ball descends, creating a festive finale that welcomes midnight with excitement and small-town charm.
For information on nearby lodging and Trip Ideas. Request a destination guide for the South Shore.
- 35 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 50 Minutes to Michigan City
- 91 Minutes to Elkhart County
