Get Ready for Visiting Friends and Family in Indiana’s Cool North

'Tis the season when friends and family will be coming to visit for one of the upcoming holidays, or during a school break.  We want to not only show our guests a good time, but also introduce them to the places that make Indiana's Cool North a great place to live!  And we have suggestions to help you make the most of your time.

"A Christmas Story" Comes Home

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November 11 – December 30, 2023

The heart of the “A Christmas Story” Comes Home exhibit at the Indiana Welcome Center revolves around six captivating animatronic window displays originally from Macy’s Department Store in New York, showcasing various scenes from the beloved film.

The essence of the movie is captured from a book that is a collection of short stories derived from Shepherd’s formative years in Hammond, Indiana.

For information on nearby lodging and  Getaway Packages    Request a destination guide for the South Shore.

  • 25 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 40 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 81 Minutes to Elkhart County

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