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1840 Mansion House Inn
214 E. Main St., Centerville
Tours available by appointment
765-855-2241
www.centervillein.com |
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Pioneer-era inn served as the office for the Western Stage Company where stagecoaches changed horses. The inn had a ladies parlor, a barroom and large dining room. |
Abington General Store
6776 Abington Pike, Abington
Mon-Sat 8-5 (winter hours Nov 1- Mar 15; Mon -Sat 8-2)
(765) 855-3706
www.centervillein.com |
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Listed on the Indiana Historic Site and Structures Inventory, circa 1840, the old time country store offers a few antiques, pottery and homemade pies served with a side order of memories. Special lunches served on Tues & Thurs. |
Amish Settlement
Williamsburg, Northern Wayne County
(800) 828-8414 Tourism Bureau
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Scenic northern Wayne County is home to Indiana's newest Amish settlement. The Amish live without the use of electricity and motor vehicles. The rolling farmland is worked with horses. Children attend one-room schoolhouses. They are resourceful, self-reliant people, producing fresh vegetables, flowers, bison meat and handcrafted wooden outdoor/indoor furniture and cabinets. Please watch for slow-moving, gray-top buggies in this part of the county. No pictures please! |
Brookville Reservoir
Appx. 30 miles south of Richmond on Highway 101, Brookville
765-647-2657
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Brookville Lake is situated in the picturesque Whitewater River Valley with traces of prehistorical Indian mounds known for their archaeological significance.Something for everyone. Brookville has a 5,260 acre lake that is great for fishing complete with 10 ramps around the lake and four marinas. There are picnic and camping areas, beaches and cabins for rent. Interpretive, recreational, and cultural arts programs are also available.
Out of state residents $7/car; Indiana residents $4/car. $5/car Fri, Sat, Sun, & holidays. |
Clay Township Museum
19 Pearl St., GreensFork
Thurs.-Sat. 10-5
765-886-5166
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The Museum features items from Clay and other Wayne County Townships, photos, a genealogy library and more. Be sure to notice the post clock that stands outside the museum.
Donations accepted. |
Earlham College Lilly Library
801 National Rd. W., Richmond
(765) 983-1287 (for Geneaology 983-1743)
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An extensive collection of Quaker genealogy. Special holdings include the Herbert Hoover Peace Studies Collection. Earlham is a Library of Congress selected depository of government documents. |
Eldora Speedway
13929 SR 118, Rossburg, OH
(937) 338-3815
www.eldoraspeedway.com |
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Owned by NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. A .5 mile high-banked clay oval hosting Pennzoil World of Outlaws, USAC, Modifieds, All Star Sprints, Late Models, 360 Sprints and other series. Season: April-Oct. Ticket prices and race times vary. |
Fast Eddie's World of Speed
17 S. 10th Street, Richmond
Tue-Fri, 3-9 pm; Sat 12-9 pm; Sun 12 -7 pm
935-3287
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1/24 scale slotcar racing. Offers 3 full size tracks and a scale 1/4 mile drag strip.
Racing nightly with kid's races on Saturdays. We have rentals and birthday parties. |
Gaar House and Farm Museum
2593 Pleasant View Rd., Richmond
By appointment only.
(765) 966-1262
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10 person minimum tours by appointment only. This Victorian Second Empire style mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Mansion was built in 1876 at a cost of $20,000 and boasts hand-painted ceilings, parquet floors and 90% original furniture. On display, is an 1870s Gaar-Scott portable steam engine. The garden features a gazebo and is available for weddings and receptions.
Admission charged. |
Ghyslain Chocolatier
350 W Deerfield, Union City
Mon-Fri 8-6;Sat 9-5; Tours: Mon-Fri. Admission charge. Call for details.
(765) 964-7905 (866) 449-7524
www.ghyslain.com |
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Wide array of gourmet French chocolates highlighted by their signature hand-painted chocolate collection. These pieces of artwork are almost too beautiful to eat! Breakfast pastries, croissant sandwiches & daily specials. |
Historic Cambridge City
Downtown Cambridge City, Cambridge City
765-478-4689
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The Whitewater Canal flowed from Cambridge City to Cincinnati transporting freight and passenger. Every year Canal Days is celebrated druing the weekend after Labor Day with lots of activities. Cambridge City is also hoome to many fine antique shops and malls. |
Historic Centerville
Main Street, Centerville
(765) 935-8687 or (800) 828-8414
www.centervillein.com |
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Voted as a great small town getaway by Midwest Living Magazine editors!
A historic village of charming inns and intriguing antique and specialty shops. Centerville was an important stop along the National Road in the 19th century. As many as 200 wagons a day passed through Centerville providing livelihood to the inns, wagon shops, saddle shops and tanneries. It still depicts the look of yesteryear with early 19th century row houses and archways.
Download our brochure. |
Historic Depot District
Fort Wayne Ave & N. , Richmond
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935-9055
www.InHistoricRichmond.com |
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A grouping of 19th and early 20th century industrial structures. Today, these buildings house antique stores, fun and fabulous restaurants, a coffee house, unique furniture store with beautiful murals painted on the walls and more! |
Historic National Road
National Rd. (U.S. 40), Cambridge City
(765) 478-3172 or 800-824-8414
www.indiananationalroad.org |
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The Historic National road was America's first federally funded interstate highway and was established by an Act of Congress in 1806. The Indiana portion, built between 1829 and 1834, linked the eastern seashore with the western interior. Today, the Indiana National Road Association helps to preserve, protect and promote the Historic National Road. The road was recently designated an All-American Road. Driving the route evokes a sense of traveling through the passageways of history from the pike towns to the rural pastures, showcasing genuine Midwest scenic beauty. Old National Road packets are available at the Old National Road Welcome Center, 5701 National Rd. E., Richmond. |
Huddleston Farmhouse Inn Museum
US 40 W, PO Box 284, Cambridge City
(Feb-Dec) Wed-Sat 10-3:30; Closed Sun, Mon & Tues
(765) 478-3172
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Built in 1839-41 when the National Road was young, the Huddleston Farmhouse Inn Museum today includes the restored farmhouse, spring house, smokehouse and barn. The museum displays the way of life of an early Hoosier farming family and the experience of westward travelers who stopped for food and shelter.
Admission charged. Group rates available. |
Indiana Football Hall of Fame
815 N. St., Richmond
(May-Sept) Mon-Fri 10-4; weekend by appointment; (Oct-Apr) Mon-Fri 10-2
(765) 966-2235
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Dedicated to the sport and its Indiana heroes, the Football Hall of Fame features displays and memorabilia from Indiana high school, collegiate and professional athletes.
Group tours by appointment. Admission charged. |
Joseph Moore Museum of Natural History
801 National Road W., Earlham College Campus, Richmond
(Sept-Dec 15, Jan 15-May 1) Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun 1-5 (all year) Free admission.
(765) 983-1303
http://www.earlham.edu/~biol/jmmuseum/ |
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An Egyptian mummy and giant prehistoric mammals captivate audiences of all ages. See a prehistoric mastodon, allosaurus skeleton, and observe birds and mammals in their natural habitat. Gift shop. |
Levi Coffin House
US 27 N., Fountain City
(June 1-Aug 31) Tue-Sat 1-4; (Sept 1-Oct 31) Sat only 1-4
(765) 847-2432
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Selected as a top historic site by the History Channel.
A part of the legendary Underground Railroad for fleeing slaves of pre-Civil War days, this registered National Historic Landmark is a Federal style brick home built in 1839. More than 2,000 slaves were ushered to freedom through the Coffin House. See where the runaway slaves hid and how they were transported in false bottom wagons.
Group tours by appointment only.
The History Channel has listed the Levi Coffin House as one of the top 25 Historical sites in America. See the list here. |
Madonna of the Trail
Corner of E. Main & 22nd Streets, Richmond
Dawn to Dusk
(765) 935-8687 (800) 828-8414
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In commemoration of pioneer mothers of the covered wagon days, this statue is the ninth link in the Great National Shrine erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution along the National Road Trail. There are only 12 statues linked along US 40 from Bethesda, Maryland, to Upland, California. The Richmond statue was dedicated in 1928 by a little-known Missour judge, Harry S. Truman. The statue stands at the entrance of Glen Miller Park, US 40 E. |
Marker's Wally World
SR 101 S, Liberty
April 1-May & Labor Day-Oct, weekends only noon - 8; Summer Hours: Mon - Fri noon - 9; Sat & Sun 10-
(765) 458-7229
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Four go-cart tracks, slick track, Naskart track, super dry slide, boat and tank tag, miniature golf, batting cages, golf driving range, kiddy bumper boats, and more. |
Model T Ford Museum
2131 N. Centerville Rd., Centerville
Sun - Sat, 10 am-6 pm
855-2008
www.mtfca.com |
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Experience the cars that "put the world on wheels." From a 1924 Model T Army ambulance to an English-built 1923 Model T right-hand drive limo (appearing in the movie Chariots of Fire). The museum showcases vintage and beautifully restored vehicles. Also on exhibit is a 1925 fire truck, a 1927 snowmobile, a 1917 dump truck, a 1926 dirt track racer that has been clocked at 120 mph and more......
Enjoy the wonderful gift shop as well! |
Morrisson-Reeves Library
80 N. 6th St., Richmond
(Sept-May) Mon-Thurs 9-9; Fri & Sat 9-5:30; (June-Aug) Mon-Thurs 9-7; Fri & Sat 9-5:30
(765) 966-8291
www.mrl.lib.in.us |
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Genealogists and history buffs will find a wealth of information at our modern, spacious library. The little ones will enjoy Childrens Story time. Annual book sale is held in April. |
Museum of Overbeck Art Pottery
33 W Main St, Cambridge City
Mon-Sat 10-12 & 2-5.
(765) 478-3335
www.overbeckmuseum.com |
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Overbeck Pottery, produced between 1911 and 1955, is recognized as an important part of our national art history. The museum preserves the creative art of the six Overbeck sisters, who lived and worked in Cambridge City, Indiana. |
Nettle Creek Cultural Center
96 1/2 E. Main St., Hagerstown
Feb 1 - Dec 30; Wed 9-12; Fri - Sun 1-7
(765) 489-4005
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Once a public hall built in 1880, this museum features frescoes (wall murals) by local artist Charles L Newcomb in 1913. Other exhibits include local native American history, birth of an early canal town, industrial heritage and much more.
July-August: Perfect Circle Exhibit. August: Indiana Automotive Exhibit. Donations suggested. |
Old Metamora Village
Box 117 (8 miles west of Brookville on US 52), Metamora
Season: Mid-April to Late December. Hours: Mon-Fri 10-4;
(765) 647-2109
www.metamora.com |
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Hand-crafted collectibles and antiques are plentiful in the quaint shops found in this scenic village. A train ride, carriage ride and horse drawn boat ride lets you experience transportation in the early 1900s. Special weekend celebrations include Canal Days and the Christmas Walk. (See Festivals & Events.) |
Old Richmond Historic District
South 1st - 6th Streets - just S. of Main St., Richmond
(765) 935-8687 or (800) 828-8414
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With more than 213 structures of historic importance, this neighborhood was first settled by members of the Society of Friends, later by free blacks and German immigrants. Enrolled on the National Register of Historic Places, several significant structures were catalogued by the Historic American Buildings Survey. Walking Tours: Brochure available at Old National Road Welcome Center. |
Overbeck House and Studio
520 E. Church St., Cambridge City
Tours available by appointment
765-478-5993
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Overbeck Art Pottery was produced in the family home, built in 1830's. A coal-oil kiln is in the square kiln house. |
Richmond Art Museum
350 Hub Etchison Pkwy., McGuire Memorial Hall, Richmond
Tue-Fri 10-4; Sun 1-4 Closed holidays. Group tours by appointment.
(765) 966-0256
www.richmondartmuseum.org |
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Fine art museum, founded in 1898, featuring Indiana artists and American art including, T.C. Steele, John E Bundy, Wayman Adams, Wm. Merritt Chase, Robert Reid, Childe Hassam and Overbeck pottery. |
Richmond Art Works
829 E. Main Street, Richmond
765-966-0249
www.richmondartworks.com |
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Richmond Art Works is a privately owned gallery in the heart of downtown Richmond featuring the work of area artists and craftspeople. |
Richmond Furniture Gallery
180 Ft. Wayne Ave., Richmond
Mon.-Thurs. & Sat. 9:30-7; Fri. 9:30-8; Sun. 11:30-5
765-939-3325
www.InHistoricRichmond.com |
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Local and nationally acclaimed artists have brought this 1886 brick building back to life with magnificent mural paintings along with 3 floors of furniture and unique lighting fixtures. |
Richmond Murals
Various locations, Richmond
Sunrise to sunset
765-935-8687
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To celebrate Richmond's jazz heritage, four colorful murals have transformed building walls into an outdoor art gallery in Richmond's uptown area.
On South 4th Street between "B" and "E" you'll also find (2) fun murals representing historic Old Richmond.
Stop by the Old National Road Welcome Center for a brochure on the murals. |
Salisbury Courthouse
212 E. Main St., Centerville
By appointment only
(765) 855-2241
www.centervillein.com |
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Built in 1811, the newly renovated log courthouse is the oldest existing courthouse in the Northwest Territory. Salisbury was a small settlement just south and about midway between Richmond and Centerville. Salisbury has long since disappeared. Today, the courthouse is located in a park-like setting in Centerville next to the Historic Mansion House. |
Starr Gennett Historic Site & Gennett Recording Studio Walk of Fame
South First & Main Street, Richmond
Every day dawn to dusk
962-1511 or 935-8687
www.starrgennett.org |
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10 prominent artists who recorded at Gennett Recording Studio have been commemorated at the Starr Gennett Historic Site & Gennett Recording Studio Walk of Fame. The artists are: * Louis Armstrong * Gene Autry * Bix Beiderbecke * "Big Bill" Broonzy * Hoagy Carmichael * Vernon Dalhart * Georgia Tom (Thomas A. Dorsey) * "Jelly Roll" Morton " Joe "King" Oliver " Lawrence Welk
A brief biography of each of the first ten inductees is available as well as images of the markers. The markers are three-dimensional, cast bronze and colored tile mosaic emblems in the form of 78 rpm phonograph records. Each marker features the classic Gennett label design and an artistic mosaic rendering of the represented musician. A smaller, bronze plaque is installed next to each record to recognize the accomplishments of the inductee(s).
The Gennett Walk of Fame is located along South First Street at the former site of the Starr Piano Co. |
Starr Historic District
N. 10th Street area, Richmond
(765) 935-8687 or (800) 828-8414
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The Starr District, listed on the National Register, was developed from farmland bought by Charles and Elizabeth Starr from Jeremiah Cox, a Richmond founder. The land was subdivided into lots in the early 1850s and sold for residential construction. The homes reflect the early, middle, and late Victorian periods of architectural styles, as well as additions of early 20th century homes. This neighborhood was the home of many of Richmond-s business and industrial leaders and is an excellent example of the life and times of that era. The district is cited as having national significance because of its number of historic homes and the people who lived here. Walking Tours: Brochure available at Old National Road Welcome Center. |
Wayne County Genealogical Society
P.O. Box 2599, Richmond
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The Genealogical Society research committee will search for information in response to specific requests. The society operates a Family History Library, located in the basement of St. John Lutheran Church educational building at S. 7th and "A" Streets. |
Wayne County Historical Museum
1150 N. "A" St., Richmond
Mon-Fri 9-4; Sat & Sun 1-4 (Closed Sundays Jan-Mar)
(765) 962-5756
www.waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.com |
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"This gem of a museum is like a miniature Smithsonian, NY Metropolitan, and Williamsburg all rolled into one." This was the comment of a recent well-traveled out-of-state visitor who was amazed at the scope and quality of the museum's holdings. Comprised of 8 buildings on a compact site, the museum is a unique repository of Wayne County and Richmond history from early pioneer life through the industrial revolution into modern times. Exhibits include period clothing, furniture, portraiture, two log cabins of local origin, a vintage Conestoga wagon, a blacksmith shop, print shop, bakery, loom house, a superb collection of early Richmond made automobiles, steam powered tractors, the first Davis airplane manufactured in Richmond in 1929, and more about Richmond's rich industrial heritage. There is a choice collection of Native American artifacts including both modern and ancient pottery of Hopi, Zuni, Pueblo, and Anasazi origins. The most popular exhibit is the recently updated gallery telling the story of Life and Death in Ancient Egypt. A 3000-year-old mummy is on display with her beautifully preserved and exquisitely painted coffin. Surrounding the mummy are 12 display cases filled with objects that were used in everyday life but also preserved in tombs for their owner to use in the afterlife.
Gift Shop available; featuring regional arts and craft items, and books of local interest. |
Whitewater Canal Historic Site
Whitewater Canal State Historic Site, Box 88, Metamora
Season: Mill, April 1-Mid Dec, Wed-Sun 9-5; Canal Boat May 1 - Oct 31, Wed-Sun 12-4 on the hours
(765) 647-6512
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The Indiana State Historic Site Canal Boat Run, located in Old Metamora offers horse-pulled canal boat rides for your pleasure. A restored and operational Grist Mill, powered by the water of the canal, offers a unique opportunity to watch whole grains milled into cornmeal and grits.
Mill is free; Canal Boat is $4/adults, $3.50/seniors, children $2. |
Whitewater Memorial Park Saddle Barn
1418 S.R. 101 South, Liberty
Call for hours
765-458-5565
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Opening date March 31, 2007.
Enjoy horseback riding in the scenic 200 acre Whitewater Memorial Parking.
1.5 mile ride-$15 2.5 mile ride-$20 9 mile ride including circumference of entire park-takes 3 hours-$50 |
Whitewater Valley Railroad
455 Market St (5th & Grand Streets), Connersville
Season: Rain or shine. Sat & Sun, from first Sat in May until last Sun in Oct (Also Sat & Sun after
(765) 825-2054
www.whitewatervalleyrr.org |
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This scenic railroad built on the towpath of the earlier Whitewater Valley Canal offers a 16-mile, 1-1/2 hour (one way) journey from Connersville to Metamora. Round trip allows for a 2-hour layover in Metamora for shopping and sightseeing. Watch for Day Out with Thomas in June! Admission: One-way is $14/adult; $8/under 12. Round trip is $18/adult; $10/under 12. Group rates available on round trip fares. |
Wilbur Wright Birthplace
1903 Main St., Henry County, just west of Hagerstown
(Mar 15-Nov 15) Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5, or by appt.
(765) 332-2495
www.wwbirthplace.com |
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A full-scale Wright Flyer, written and photographic accounts of the historic day in 1903 when the world's first powered flight occurred, a replica of Wilbur's birthplace home and more. |
Wilson Wines
10137 Indian Trail Rd., Modoc
Season: Apr-Dec Hours: Sat & Sun 1-6
(765) 533-6616
www.wilsonwines.com |
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A small family owned winery featuring grape and fruit wines. Visit us and enjoy complimentary wine tasting of our award winning wines. Special events are held throughout the year. Check out our web-site. |
Winchester Speedway
2656 W. SR 32, Winchester
765-584-9701
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