Hello and welcome to this edition of Exploring the Region. Today we will explore the Indiana Dunes Pavilion. The Pavilion is one of the most historic and recognizable landmarks inside the Indiana Dunes State Park. Every year, thousands of people visit the Indiana Dunes to sit on the beach and enjoy Lake Michigan. However, many... Continue Reading →
Discover Washington Park Zoo: Michigan City’s Historic Animal Haven
Today, we will explore the Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City, Indiana. The zoo is a cherished historical landmark in Michigan City and has been in operation since the mid–to–late 1920s (1). Before we discuss the zoo further, I would like to discuss the history of Michigan City and its significance to The Region. Michigan City,... Continue Reading →
Why Visit Hesston Steam Museum? Steam Power, Trains & Family Adventures
Today, we will explore the Hesston Steam Museum in La Porte, Indiana. Before we travel back in time to discover the history of the Museum, I wanted to briefly dive into the city of La Porte and explore what makes it the city it is today. History of La Porte, Indiana It started in the... Continue Reading →
Discover Northwest Indiana’s Historic John Wood Old Mill in Merrillville
Northwest Indiana has been around for a long time. Many towns and cities have existed since its inception, but there is one that I want to focus on today: Merrillville. This town is in Lake County, Indiana, and it has a deep and interesting history. One piece of its history is the John Wood Old... Continue Reading →
Northwest Indiana History: The Wellington A. Clark House
Northwest Indiana, also known as The Region, has been around for a long time. Many towns and cities have existed since its inception, but there is one that I want to focus on today: Crown Point. Did you know Crown Point is considered one of, if not the, oldest city in Northwest Indiana? (6) It has a... Continue Reading →
Exploring the Region – Part 6
The Museum at Lassen’s Resort on Cedar Lake Hi, happy Mother’s Day to all who are celebrating! I will have a Mother’s Day post later tonight (or tomorrow), but I wanted to make an Exploring the Region post for this awesome place we went to today. After our mother’s day festivities, we went to the... Continue Reading →
Exploring the Region Part 5
Hello and welcome back to Exploring the Region – where I share with you the cool places I’ve been to around Northwest Indiana. If you’re ever in the area, be sure to check these places out! Throughout the last year or so I’ve mentioned that I am starting to get into vinyl records. I also... Continue Reading →
Exploring the Region Part 4
Hello and welcome back to Exploring the Region – where I share with you the cool places I’ve been to around Northwest Indiana. If you’re ever in the area, be sure to check these places out! A couple days ago was my wife’s birthday and, of course, I wanted to take her some place beautiful... Continue Reading →
Exploring the Region Part 3
Hello and welcome back to my Exploring the Region series! If you’re new here, I use this series to tell my readers about the great places I visit throughout Northwest Indiana. Whether it’s a game shop in Lowell, or a historic movie theater in Whiting, there are so many cool places to see around here,... Continue Reading →
Exploring The Region (Part 2)
Saturday was a good day for me. It was filled with fun and family and one of the best Christmas movies! Yesterday, Lea, myself, my mom and my aunt had the opportunity to go watch It's A Wonderful Life at the Hoosier Theater here in the region. It's located in Whiting, Indiana and is a... Continue Reading →
