I get a real rush when I am out working on my Exploring The Region posts. Taking pictures. Walking the grounds. Something about it is so enjoyable and relaxing. Being completely in the moment. It feels like time slows down. When I visit the historical sites of northwest Indiana, walking where others walked hundreds of... 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 →
Weekly Review 31
Hello readers! Welcome to my weekly review, where I share my previous week with you. Instagram, TikTok, Rumble: @Theregionlife Note: Before I begin, I want to clarify something. It has been brought to my attention by a reader of mine (who shall remain anonymous) that I write these weekly reviews in a way that implies Lea... 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 →
Weekly Review 29
Hello readers! Welcome to my weekly review, where I share my previous week with you. Instagram, TikTok, Rumble: @Theregionlife On Monday, I was up bright and early. It was nice being back on my normal schedule. I for sure thought all the sleeping in throughout the prior week was going to screw everything up, but... Continue Reading →
The Shroud of Turin
There was some fascinating news recently (especially for Christians around the world). New evidence for the Shroud of Turin suggests that it is authentic. If you have no clue what I’m talking about let me give a quick explanation. I don’t know when, but at some point this burial cloth was found and people have always... Continue Reading →
Things to do in Northwest Indiana
Today I wanted to tell my readers about the fun things to do in Northwest Indiana (aka – the region). Some of these things I have done personally, but some I have not and it took a bit of research to find these things I haven’t done. I’ll hopefully get to do everything I list out... 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 →
