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INDIANA
2020-21
VISITORS GUIDE
EVENTS & FESTIVALS
PARKS AND RECREATION
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NEXT ON THE AGENDA:
some time to relax
At Homewood Suites by Hilton® in Lafayette, we know you need your
downtime. Especially when you’re away on business. That’s why we offer:
• Spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens
• Free full hot breakfast every morning
• Complimentary evening social Mon. - Thurs.*
• Free Wi-Fi
We know there’s no place like home. But with comforts and conveniences
like this, you can still feel at home while you’re on the road. Plus our guests
enjoy close proximity to downtown Lafayette and Purdue University.
*Service of alcohol subject to state & local laws. Must be of legal drinking age.
765-448-9700
3939 South Street, Lafayette, IN 47905
www.lafayette.homewoodsuites.com
Welcome to Hampton Inn Lafayette.
We put extra care in everything we do to make your stay extra awesome. You’ll find it at our free Making you happy makes us happy. So, if we can
hot breakfast. And you’ll see it in the personalities of our team members who use their individual make your stay better, talk to any member of our
styles of hospitality to make you feel extra special. Plus guests especially enjoy our close proximity team, and we’ll make sure you’re 100% happy.
to downtown Lafayette, Purdue University, area businesses, attractions and restaurants. GUARANTEED™
Business Services. Being away doesn’t mean you can’t get to work. We have fax and photocopy
equipment plus free wireless access in the lobby area.
Exercise Room. Work in some time for a workout in our fully equipped fitness room. At Hampton,
we make it easy for you to keep your exercise regimen on track while you’re on the road.
In-Room Coffee/Tea. Who makes the best tea in the world? You do! So enjoy a cup just the way
you like it in the comfort of your own room.
Reservations. Visit us at lafayettein.hamptoninn.com or call 765.447.1600.
Hampton Inn Lafayette
765.447.1600 l 3941 South Street l Lafayette, IN 47905
Visitor s C enter
Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette
Our community is a thriving, welcoming community
made up of two cities, A Big Ten University and small
towns that work as one together. A community filled
with caring people who want you to have memorable and
unexpected experiences while here. We hope to make
you feel at home whether to visit, live, work or play!
BOILER UP! Purdue University is filled with stories
made up of many milestones that have had significant Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette
impact on our state, nation and world. Purdue University 301 Frontage Road, Lafayette
is a world-renowned, public research university 765-447-9999 800-872-6648
that advances discoveries in science, technology, info@homeofpurdue.com
engineering and math. Educational and inspirational homeofpurdue.com
ideas in the arts are also created here. Due to COVID-19,
check website for current hours.
Hours, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.;
and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
The Arts are alive and well here, from public art trails,
A self-service vestibule is available 24 hours.
gallery events to local musicians and the performance
arts. You will find talented chefs at local restaurants,
with International cuisine in plenty supply. The ever-
expanding brewery scene and the local winery include
award winning brews and wine. They also offer fun events
throughout the year. Outdoor opportunities are celebrated Boilermaker Station
from farm experiences, orchards, wetlands, wolves, a free Welcome Center
zoo, a state park, top rated golf and hiking & biking trails. Stewart Center, Room 102
128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette
765-494-9068
admissions@purdue.edu
Stop in the Visitor’s Center, check out homeofpurdue.com purdue.edu/visit
or call Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette with your questions. Hours, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The best parts of life come together here. We hope to see you here soon
Welcome!
making memories that enhance and add to the stories of your life.
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INFORMATION
R elocation
Assistance
POPULATION
Tippecanoe County: 195,732
Lafayette: 72,168
West Lafayette: 48,308
Purdue enrollment Fall 2019: 44,551
Ivy Tech enrollment Spring 2019: 8,400
AIRPORTS/AIRPORT SHUTTLES
Purdue University Airport, 765-496-6326
Indianapolis International, 317-487-9594
ALT Shuttle to Chicago, 765-233-4075
Lafayette Limo to Indianapolis, 765-497-3828 BIG FOUR DEPOT, RIEHLE PLAZA
Express Air Coach to Chicago, 765-743-3120
Lafayette Senior Transportation
and Concierge Indianapolis, 765-586-1420 HOSPITALS WATER SERVICE
Reindeer Shuttle to Chicago, 765-637-5124 Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital Indiana American, 800-492-8373
Suburban Express to Chicago Suburbs 5165 McCarty Lane, Lafayette Water Works, 765-807-1700
217-344-5500 765-448-8000
Franciscan Health Lafayette East
BUS SERVICE 1701 S. Creasy Lane, Lafayette
CityBus, 765-742-7433 765-502-4000
Greyhound, 800-231-2222
Hoosier Ride, 800-544-2383 NATURAL GAS SERVICE
Our Bus, 844-800-6828 Vectren, 800-227-1376
Suburban Express, 217-344-5500
PET REGISTRATION Visitors guide is
CABLE AND/OR INTERNET City Hall, 765-807-1021
published annually by
AT&T, 844-381-7197 Visit Lafayette-West
Xfinity, 844-896-0250 TELEPHONE SERVICE
Frontier, 800-921-8101 Lafayette ©2020
Metronet, 765-250-8000 All rights reserved. No part of this publication
Frontier Communications, 877-218-5089 Comcast, 800-934-6489
may be reproduced without prior written
Metronet, 765-250-8000 permission. Every effort has been made to
ELECTRIC SERVICE ensure the accuracy of the publication at
Duke Energy, 800-521-2232 URGENT CARE CENTER the time of printing. The advertisers and the
IU Health Arnett Urgent Care, 765-448-8000 publisher shall not be liable for damages
Tipmont REMC – 800-726-3953 arising out of errors or omissions.
Franciscan Express Care, 765-463-6262
Graphic design by Tammy Stanisz,
GARBAGE COLLECTION Med Express Clinic, 765-446-2871 in conjunction with Purdue Marketing
AND RECYCLING Unity Immediate Care Center, 765-446-1362 and Media (pgs 34-51).
Indiana Department of Environmental Contributing photographers, Dan Hester,
Management, 800-451-6027 VOTER REGISTRATION Trevor Mahlmann, Brent Russell, David Schmidt,
Tippecanoe County Waste Management Tippecanoe County Voter Registration Tammy Stanisz, Emily Weisenberger,
District, 765-423-2858 765-464-1525 Purdue Athletics, and many others.
City of Lafayette City of West Lafayette Greater Lafayette Tippecanoe County Visit Lafayette–
765.807.1000 765.775.5100 Commerce Tippecanoe.in.gov West Lafayette
lafayette.in.gov Westlafayette.in.gov greaterlafayette 765.423.9215 HomeOfPurdue.com
20 N. 6th Street 1200 N. Salisbury Street commerce.com 20 N. Third Street 765.447.9999
Lafayette, IN 47901 West Lafayette, IN 47906 765.742.4044 Lafayette, IN 47901 301 Frontage Road
337 Columbia Street Lafayette, IN 47905
Lafayette, IN 47901
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Enjoy a self guided
tour, or two! CONTENTS
you set the pace
PURDUE UNIVERSITY
WELCOME
Downtown Lafayette Historic Architecture
Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette..................................3
Downtown Historic Places of Worship Relocation Assistance..................................................4
Tippecanoe County Courthouse
Public Art Trail Winery & Brewery Trail ATTRACTIONS
Event Calendar...........................................................6-8
Download these tours in PDF format at homeofpurdue.com
History......................................................................10-11
Breweries & a Winery..........................................12-14
Shopping....................................................................... 14
Recreation...............................................................16-19
Golf.................................................................................. 20
Agritourism................................................................... 21
Downtown..............................................................22-23
• Featuring nicely appointed Guestrooms and Suites with Architecture.................................................................. 24
Refrigerator and Microwave • Free Hot Breakfast • Wi-Fi Service
The Arts: Visual Arts.............................................24-25
• Business Center • Fitness Center • Heated Indoor Pool
The Arts: Performing Arts..................................26-27
• Meeting Room to accommodate up to 40 people
• Corporate and Group Rates available • Earn IHG Reward Points
The Arts: Public Art Trail.....................................28-29
A Short Drive................................................................ 31
200 Progress Drive, Lafayette, IN 47905 | 765-449-4400 Free Things To Do...................................................... 61
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PURDUE UNIVERSITY.................34-51
Walking distance to Purdue University
and Purdue’s Discovery Park. DINING
105 spacious Guest Rooms and Suites with Restaurants.............................................................53-60
Free WiFi, Microwave and Mini-Fridge in Food Trucks/Street Food......................................... 60
every room. Free Hot Breakfast. Indoor Pool.
24-hour Business Center & Fitness Center. MAP.................................................................... insert
LODGING...................................................... insert
Welcome!
160 Tapawingo Dr., West Lafayette, IN • hamptoninn.com • 765-269-8000
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ATTRACTIONS JUNE 2020
Event C alendar TASTE of Tippecanoe:
ORIGINAL DATE CANCELED
Due to COVID-19, check websites in case of event changes. NEW 2020 DATE TBD
Sample all the great food, music
and art our community has to
offer! Enjoy live musilocal food,
live art experiences and fireworks.
Downtown. tasteoftippecanoe.org
Indiana Fiddlers’
Gathering: CANCELED
Three-day traditional music
gathering. Enjoy stage
PERFORMANCES ON THE JOHN T. MYERS PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE presentations and informal jam
sessions. Tippecanoe Battlefield
Park. indianafiddlersgathering.org
MAY 2020
Round The
Fountain Art Fair: JULY 2020
CANCELED
Paintings, sculptures, pottery, Stars & Stripes
photography, jewelry and more. Celebration: July 4.
Downtown. roundthefountain.org Lafayette Citizens Band patriotic
concert followed by a robust
display of fireworks at dusk.
Riehle Plaza.
MAY—OCTOBER Wabash Riverfest:
July 11. Voyageur canoe
competitions, kids’ activities,
entertainment and educational
displays. Tapawingo Park.
wabashriverfest.com
Tippecanoe County
FARMERS MARKETS 4-H Fair: July 18-25. 4-H
projects, animal competitions,
Visit individual websites for hours. carnival, food and more.
May through October, these open-air markets offer Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds.
fresh produce, flowers, plants and herbs, crafts, live
entertainment and special events in three locations on
various days throughout the week. Sunflower Festival:
July 24-25. Wagon rides,
Lafayette Farmers Market: lafayettefarmersmarket.com educational activities, vendors,
5th Street between Main and Columbia streets on food and sunflowers. Wea Creek
Saturdays mornings. Orchard. weacreekorchard.com
Purdue Farmers Market: lafayettefarmersmarket.com
North end of the Memorial Mall on Thursdays afternoons, Star City Jazz and
starts on July 2nd.
Blues: July 25. Enjoy a
West Lafayette Farmers Market: summer evening with two stages
wlfarmersmarket.com, Cumberland Park, 3065 N. of live music, dancing, food and
Salisbury Street on Wednesdays afternoons. beer. Downtown. facebook.com
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AUGUST 2020 SEPTEMBER—
Outfest: August 15. NOVEMBER
Celebration for diversity in
the community with live PURDUE FOOTBALL
entertainment, vendors, food,
beer gardens and more. 2020 HOME GAMES
Downtown. pridelafayette.org
Beers Across the
Wabash: August 29.
Taste an assortment of ales
and lagers from over 30
Indiana breweries. Downtown.
beersacrossthewabash.com
Rohrman Field at Ross-Ade Stadium
HOMECOMING
October 31 vs. Northwestern
SEPTEMBER 2020
September 12 vs. Memphis
September 19 vs. Air Force November 14 vs. Wisconsin
October 10 vs. Rutgers November 21 vs. Iowa
Germanfest:
CANCELED
Authentic German food, beer
and wine, live polka music
and carnival rides. Downtown.
lafayettegermanfest.org.
Global Fest:
September 19. Celebrates world
cultures through music, dance,
crafts, displays and international
food. Chauncey Village area.
westlafayette.in.gov
YEAR-ROUND EVENTS THROUGHOUT DOWNTOWN
Ouibache Music
Festival: September 25-26.
A roots music festival showcasing
musicians from all over the world
who gather to play tunes and
share stories. Tippecanoe County
Amphitheater. ouibache.com
Starry Night Festival:
September 26. Street festival
with a unique blend of music, FEAST OF THE HUNTERS' MOON
merchants, interactive creativity
and food. Chauncey Village.
fun fact
starrynightfestival.com
. . .
2020 will be the 53rd year for the annual
Art on the Wabash: Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival!
September 27. Outdoor juried
art fair featuring artists from 15
CONTINUED >
area counties. Tapawingo Park.
artonthewabash.com
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ATTRACTIONS RECURRING 2020
Event C alendar Downtown Gallery
Walk: July 17, September
18. Presented by Tippecanoe
Arts Federation, Gallery Walks
OCTOBER 2020
feature regional performing
and visual artists in over 25
galleries and business venues
Feast of the throughout downtown Lafayette.
Hunters’ Moon: tippecanoearts.org
October 3-4. 53rd year,
historical re-enactment featuring
traditional crafts, goods, food
Mosey Down Main
and lifestyles of the 18th-century
Street: July 11, August 8,
September 5. An evening
trade period. Fort Ouiatenon
of arts, food, shopping and
Park. feastofthehuntersmoon.org
entertainment in historic
downtown Lafayette.
Purdue Boilermaker moseydownmain.com
Half-Marathon & 5-K:
October 17. Starts at Ross-Ade
Stadium and meanders through
APRIL 2021
the Purdue campus and both
cities. purduehalfcom
TAP for TAF: TBD.
A craft brew festival featuring
DECEMBER 2020
Indiana breweries and over
50 different beer selections.
Downtown. tippecanoearts.org
Lighted Christmas
Parade: December 5. Purdue Spring Fest:
Downtown Lafayette lights April 17. Kid-friendly weekend;
up with Holiday Magic during Bug Bowl, Horticulture Show,
this spectacular parade. Veterinary Open House and
Downtown Main Street, more. Purdue University.
from 11th to 2nd Street. purdue.edu/springfest
greaterlafayettecommerce.com
Purdue Grand Prix:
Purdue Christmas April 24. Go-kart race and trials,
Show: December 5-6. car show and parade. Purdue
This holiday student production University. purduegrandprix.org
has been declared one of the
most outstanding musical
presentations in the country!
Elliott Hall of Music.
purdue.edu/pmo
“Riverfest
Additional events can be found is so much fun!
online at homeofpurdue.com, I loved riding a
purduesports.com, purdue.edu, horsey, playing river
games, and getting a
and tippecanoearts.org
unicorn balloon!”
Charlize Erickson
See page 42-43 for Purdue events.
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Planning a meeting or event?
Wanting something a little Complimentary services
include, but are not limited to,
different for your groups... • Advance Promotional Flyers
• Attraction Reservation Assistance
• Bid Presentations
• Customized Itinerary Planning
• Entertainment Suggestions
• Familiarization Tours
• Liaison for Contacts and Suppliers
• Lodging Assistance
• Maps and Directional Assistance
• Name Badge Holders and Inserts
• News Media Contacts and Releases
• Promotional Brochures and Photos
• Program Planning Assistance
• Site Selection Assistance
• Speakers List
The Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette team offers a variety of services to support
• Step-On-Guide Services
meetings, conventions, group tours and special events in our community.
• Welcome Letters and Bags
We are here for you and ready to assist in locating all the appropriate services.
Contact Janet Martinez, Sales Manager, to assist you with your planning. jmartinez@homeofpurdue.com
A GREAT PLACE FOR YOUR NEXT SPORTING EVENT!
Located between Indianapolis and Chicago, we are the perfect home for your next sports event
Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette offers free sporting event planning services such as bid preparation, site tours,
welcome materials, marketing and more to ensure your event is a success. Our goal is to make you a winner!
Contact our Sports Marketing Manager, Emily Weisenberger, eweisenberger@homeofpurdue.com
ATTRACTIONS
Histor y
The Farm at Prophetstown
3534 Prophetstown Trl., West Lafayette
765-567-4700, prophetstown.org
A farming and education center offering unique
experiences on all aspects of farm life. Programs
revolve around the 1920s farms as they began
their transition from animal to tractor power.
The Farm is a training farm for sustainable FORT OUIATENON HISTORIC PARK ON THE WABASH RIVER
agriculture, gardening, canning, as well as
farm-to-table cooking, sewing and quilting.
It draws on a wide range of resources such as Tippecanoe
beekeepers, master gardeners, farm experts Battlefield & Museum
and home economics experts. Admission is 200 Battle Ground Ave., Battle Ground
free with state park entry except for special 765-567-2147 tippecanoehistory.org
programming and workshops. Located in An 85-foot marble obelisk was
Prophetstown State Park (see page 17). erected in 1908 to mark the site of
this National Historic Landmark for
the 1811 Battle of Tippecanoe between
Five Points Fire Station the United States’ forces, led by William
Museum — see page 22 Henry Harrison, and representatives
of Tecumseh’s Native American
Fort Ouiatenon THE FARM AT PROPHETSTOWN confederation. The museum tells the
Historic Park story of the battle. Guided tours and
3129 S. River Rd., West Lafayette programming may be arranged through
765-476-8411, tippecanoehistory.org the Tippecanoe County Historical
Fort Ouiatenon (wee-ah-teh-non), Association. Admission is charged for
named for the Wea tribes in the area, museum entry. See ad on page 11.
was established by the French in
1717 as a fur trading post. It was one Tippecanoe
of the earliest settlements in what
was to become the state of Indiana.
County Courthouse
301 Main St., Lafayette
Archaeology and research show that tippecanoecountycourthouse.com
the area was home to approximately
The Tippecanoe County Courthouse
2,000 to 3,000 inhabitants during its
is on the National Register of Historic
most profitable times. The replica
Places and is truly a site to see. Built in
blockhouse, built in 1930, is open
the 1880s, the courthouse was requested
select hours. See website. The park
by the citizens to be “of permanent and
also hosts the annual Feast of the
durable character.” Renovations over
Hunters’ Moon festival in autumn.
the years have ensured it will be here
Programs and tours may be arranged
for many years to come. The courthouse
through the Tippecanoe County
TIPPECANOE BATTLEFIELD PARK has 100 columns, nine statues, a dome
Historical Association.
with four clock faces and a 3,000-pound
bell. A 14-foot statue, depicting justice,
Historic Lafayette tops the courthouse dome at a total
Downtown height of 212 feet. A self-guided tour
Head downtown and stroll brochure is available at homeofpurdue.
the tree-lined streets with com, and group tours can be arranged
outdoor public art and beautiful by Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette.
turn-of-the-century architecture.
Many original buildings from the tourdelafayette.com /
late 1800s still stand, featuring a tourdewestlafayette.com
large variety of architectural facades. An online video series of twelve
Additional things to do downtown webcasts featuring nine historic
can be found on pages 22-24. neighborhoods. See page 24 for
additional information.
PUBLIC ART & HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE
10 homeofpurdue.com“Tippecanoe
County has
a vibrant
cultural history.
Festivals like the Feast of
the Hunters’ Moon,
as well as programming
done throughout the year
by the Tippecanoe County
Historical Association,
interpret our county’s
history and make it
accessible for all.
It’s our story.” —
Leslie Martin Conwell
Tippecanoe Battlefield Museum
COURTHOUSE SQUARE
The Museum and adjacent memorial commemorates and
interprets the nationally significant November 7, 1811,
Battle of Tippecanoe. The Museum focuses on the battle,
Share your favorite
early settlement and 19th-century Native American pics of our community...
lifestyles. The History Store features a large assortment
of books on America, Indiana, military and Native history
and culture, and offers reproduction historic goods,
collectables and period clothing.
Open 6 days a week, closed on Wednesdays.
200 Battle Ground Avenue, Battle Ground
765-567-2147 • tippecanoehistory.org
fun facts . . .
• The first (Neil Armstrong) and the last
(Eugene Cernan) astronaut on the
moon were both Purdue graduates.
25 Purdue alumni are astronauts.
• Amelia Earhart prepared her plane for
her last around the world flight at the
Purdue University Airport. She was
working at Purdue as a visiting career
counselor for women at the time.
• In August of 1859, Lafayette became
the site for the first official air mail tag your social
flight by the United States Postal media photos with
Service. #HOMEOFPURDUE
11ATTRACTIONS All locally owned
Br ewer ies & a Winer y and operated.
Brokerage Brewery Teays River Brewing
2516 Covington St., West Lafayette & Public House
765-233-2767, brokeragebrewing.com 3000 S. 9th St., Lafayette, 765-746-6614
West Lafayette’s oldest and newest teaysriverbrewing.com
brewery, Brokerage Brewing Company, Seven-barrel brewery producing
aims for community to gather over food, signature beers as well as small batch
drink and the valuable matters of life. offerings. Taproom and full-service
Offering a wide variety of monthly events, restaurant offering lunch and dinner
including a Craft Beer 101 course that menu. Meeting space and carryout.
focuses on the brewing experience, beer Member of the Brewers Association and
styles, methods and a brew house tour. the Brewers Guild of Indiana.
BBCo features two “flagship” beers that
remain consistent throughout the year,
as well as 9 other rotating taps dedicated
Thieme & Wagner
to the latest innovative or season Lafayette Brewing Brewing Company
concoction of their head brewery. Company 652 Main St., Lafayette, 765-607-4804
thiemeandwagner.com
Grab a pint and join the story. 622 Main St., Lafayette, 765-742-2591
lafbrew.com Thieme & Wagner Brewing Co. has
roots that go back to 1863. Apart from
Escape Velocity Lafayette’s original craft brewery is also the
their history, they are unique in that the
Brewery holder of Indiana’s very first small brewer
owner and brewmaster, David Thieme
permit and has been a downtown destination
405 Sagamore Pkwy. S., Lafayette is the great-great-great (yes 3 greats!)
since 1993. The brewpub offers a full-service
escapevelocitybrewing.com grandson of Frederick A. Thieme the
lunch and dinner menu along with a diverse
Escape Velocity Brewing is a 5-barrel original founder of the Thieme & Wagner
selection of handcrafted ales and lagers.
brewpub brewing a range of craft beer Brewing Co. Brewing and selling above
A liquor menu, patio dining, a large banquet
everyone can enjoy from lagers to stouts. standard beer as his ancestors have done
space and carry-out beer are also available.
The kitchen boasts an all vegetarian/ over the past 150 years.
vegan menu with soups, sandwiches,
salads, and other healthy comfort food. People's Brewing Wildcat Creek Winery
Come celebrate the area's contribution Company 3233 E. 200 N., Lafayette, 765-838-3498
to space exploration with a pint, a snack, 2006 N. 9th St., Lafayette, 765-792-4677 wildcatcreekwinery.com
and some nerdy conversation. peoplesbrew.com
Free wine tastings, indoor and outdoor
Since 2009, People’s seating, winery tours, gift shop, periodic
Brewing Company has been food and wine pairings, and private
fun fact . . . People’s
producing fresh local beer in events. Since opening in December 2008,
Lafayette for restaurants, bars Wildcat Creek Winery has established a
Brewery Brewed 900,000 16 oz and packaging stores. The high standard of winemaking excellence.
pints of beer in 2019. Comparable to production brewery offers a The crew at Wildcat Creek Winery
taproom and patio, free tours
1,125,000 regular 12 oz cans of beer. welcomes the opportunity to share
every Saturday, and carryout their award-winning wines and Hoosier
for visitors. Ask for People’s hospitality with you.
all around town and throughout Indiana
or join the friendly staff and patrons at the
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part of this craft beer movement.” SURROUNDING COUNTIES
— Chris Johnson BREWERIES & WINERIES >
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Br ewer ies Shopping
& Winer ies
Antiques
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A large selection of antique malls,
storefronts and indoor flea markets can
be found throughout the community.
Artisan Galleries
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Explore galleries offering all types of
exquisite fine art; from oil paintings and
fine art prints to glass art, sculpture and
contemporary pieces.
Downtown
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SURROUNDING Whether you’re looking for collectibles
BREWERIES and antiques, handmade pottery and
crafts, delectable treats or the perfect
gift, you’re sure to find it downtown.
Brookston
Crasian Brewing Company Lafayette Pavilions
765-563-8339, crasianbrewing.com 100 S. Creasy Ln., Lafayette
Fashion, hobby and home decor stores
Crawfordsville “We are blessed to have so many great
mixed in with a selection of cafes
and themed restaurants make this
Backstep Brewing Company local shops in the Greater Lafayette convenient plaza very popular.
765-230-2337, backstepbrewingcompany.com area. Gift shops, local art galleries,
candy shops abound with one-of-a- Market Square
Monticello kind products for our community and 2200 Elmwood Ave., Lafayette
our visitors.”— Lauralee Foerster Offers fashion, hobbies, books, services
Fruitshine Wine
574-808-9229, fruitshinewine.com and restaurants.
Kopaetic Beer Factory fun fact . . . Sagamore West
574-808-3378, kopaceticbeer.com
McCord Candies pulled Sagamore Pkwy. W. , West Lafayette
Whyte Horse Winery more than 22,000 The ever expanding westside offers local
574-583-2345, whytehorsewinery.com candy canes, in 2019. flavor dining, boutiques and gift shops,
all found along the parkway.
They mailed to over
Newtown 27 different states in
Old 55 Distillery the U.S. and 3 foreign
Tippecanoe Mall
Old55distillery.com 2415 Sagamore Pkwy. S., Lafayette
countries. tippecanoemall.com
Large indoor mall with a delightful array
Remington of over 100 specialty stores, restaurants
Carpenter Creek Cellars and anchor stores.
219-866-4334, carpentercreekcellars.com
Wabash Landing
Sheridan 320 E. State St., West Lafayette
Blackhawk Winery & Vineyard This downtown shopping center has
317-771-2814, blackhawkwinery.com a distinctive design. Offerings include,
clothing, electronic gaming, hair salons
and restaurants.
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R ecr eation
TROPICANOE COVE AQUATIC CENTER WOLF PARK
Parks Departments Columbian Park
Lafayette Parks & Recreation 1915 Scott St., Lafayette, 765-807-1500
765-807-1500, lafayetteparks.org lafayetteparks.org
Tippecanoe County Parks Park amenities include; handicapped-
765-463-2306, tippecanoe.in.gov accessible, age-relevant playgrounds,
veterans memorial, lagoon, shaded
West Lafayette Parks & Recreation picnic areas and zoo (see directly below).
765-775-5110, westlafayette.in.gov/parks Tropicanoe Cove Aquatic Center celebrated
its 20th anniversary in 2019 by opening
Armstrong Park two brand-new water slides. Anticipated
substantial completion of the new multi-
900 Beck Ln., Lafayette, lafayetteparks.org
use Loeb Stadium is 2021.
Park features three youth baseball fields, COLUMBIAN PARK ZOO
playground, basketball and tennis courts,
Castaway Bay aquatic center, rentable Clegg Memorial Gardens Columbian
picnic shelter and a beautiful 2/3 mile trail Park Zoo (seasonal)
1782 N. 400 E., Lafayette, 765-423-1605
that surrounds a tranquil pond. nicheslandtrust.org
1915 Scott St., Lafayette, 765-807-1500
lafayetteparks.org
Features a natural play area and resides
Houses 190 animals, representing 90
Celery Bog Nature Area on the hillside overlooking state scenic
different species, offers educational
1620 Lindberg Rd., West Lafayette waterway Wildcat Creek. The slopes feature
programs that inspire an appreciation for
765-775-5172, westlafayette.in.gov/parks a rare gravel hill prairie ecosystem.
the world's wildlife. A brand-new penguin
One of our state’s significant ecological From creek side to hilltop elevation
exhibit is set to open in 2020.
sites, this park offers footpaths and paved changes 100 feet, making for excellent
trails, birding and wildlife observation. hiking opportunity along the mile plus of
The Lilly Nature Center adds opportunities trail. The looping trails meander through Lafayette Aviators
with exhibits and educational activities. oak woodland, gravel hill prairie, riparian This summer collegiate prospect baseball
Programs offered throughout the year. corridor and savanna. Open year-round, team is an entertainment destination.
dawn till dusk. Between-inning games, theme nights,
in-stands volleyball, bounce house, and
chicken toss are just a few things you
fun fact . . . • might find at an Aviators game. The
Aviators former home, Loeb Stadium, was
West Lafayette Parks razed immediately following the conclusion
System contains 27 miles of the 2019 Aviators season to make
of paved trails and more way for the new Loeb Stadium which is
presently under construction. The Aviators
than 5 miles of footpaths.
are moving to Purdue’s Alexander Field for
the 2020 season.
CELERY BOG NATURE AREA
16 homeofpurdue.comProphetstown State Park
5545 Swisher Rd., West Lafayette
765-567-4919, on.in.gov/prophetstown
A great place for camping, swimming, hiking,
birding, biking, fishing, wildlife observation
and more. Natural habitats including tall
grass and wildflower prairies, woodlands,
wetlands, and rivers await. The aquatic
center features a tube slide, lazy river, splash
zones and zero-entry wading area. Watch
the sunrise over the Circle of Stones, a
feature of 15 stones representing a proud
spirit of unity and the people who stood
bravely to preserve a way of life. Take a walk
around the Native American village. Nature
and history public programs are offered.
At the visitors center, observe live animals
and interact with educational displays.
Picnic areas offer handicapped-accessible
playgrounds. Four shelter houses and a PROPHETSTOWN STATE PARK
campground with 110 modern campsites
are available for rentals. Gate entrance
admission charged. Park is home to The Ross Hills Park Wabash
Farm at Prophetstown (see page 10). 8815 W. 50 S., West Lafayette Heritage Trail
tippecanoe.in.gov 765-567-6218,
Located along the Wabash tippecanoe.in.gov
River, this park offers hiking Unique wildlife
trails, picnic shelters, sand observation and
volleyball courts and a unparalleled views of
softball backstop. the Wabash River can
be found along this 17-
mile trail. Starting at the
Tapawingo Tippecanoe Battlefield,
Park it follows the river into
100 Tapawingo Dr. N. Lafayette and crosses
West Lafayette, 765-775-5110 over into West Lafayette
westlafayette.in.gov/parks to Fort Ouiatenon Park.
“Tippecanoe County has amazing paddling Scenic views and easy Parts of the trail are
opportunities with 6 public access locations access to the Wabash River. paved and handicapped-
This heavily shaded park WABASH HERITAGE TRAIL accessible.
to enjoy Indiana’s longest state scenic
offers a tot playground,
stream on the North and South Forks of bandshell, access to the
Wildcat Creek, as well as 4 public access Wabash Heritage Trail and picnic Wolf Park
points on the Wabash River, the Hoosier facilities. Home to Riverside 4004 E. 800 N., Battle Ground, 765-567-2265
states most loved river.” — Gus Nyberg Skating Center (see page 23). wolfpark.org
Dedicated to behavioral research, education,
and conservation, with the objective of
improving the public’s understanding of
wolves and the value they provide to our
environment. Visitors observe wolves,
bison, and foxes. Primary open season
is May-November with select open days
year-round. Tours during public hours are
the main opportunity to see the entirety
of the park. Howl Nights offer a chance to
howl with the wolves and hear the lovely
tones of the wolves in reply. Information on
Seminars, Photography Sessions, Camps,
Special Events, Animal Sponsorships, and
other programs is available on website.
Private bookings are also available.
CONTINUED >
CLEGG MEMORIAL GARDENS RIVERSIDE SKATING CENTER, TAPAWINGO PARK 17Biking
ATTRACTIONS Whether you’re interested in off-road trails
R ecr eation
or you’re trying to find that perfect paved
path, we’ve got something to offer the
bike enthusiast.
Wabash River Cycle Club
765-450-9722, wrcc-in.org
Zagster Bike Share
bike.zagster.com/Purdue
Maps and trail info are available at homeofpurdue.com
Bowling Alleys Mustang Alley
1701 Schuyler Ave., Lafayette
Market Square Lanes 765-742-0443,
2100 Elmwood Ave., Lafayette mustangalleylafayette.com
765-447-4106
marketsquarelanes.com Union Rack and Roll
101 N. Grant St., West Lafayette
Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl inside the Purdue Memorial Union
2331 Brothers Dr., Lafayette 765-494-8990
765-477-6500, arrowheadbowl.com union.purdue.edu/rackandroll
Dog Park
Shamrock Dog Park (key fob access)
111 Sanford St., Lafayette, 765-490-7509, shamrockdogpark.com
Must have key fob to access. Annual membership or week
passes available.
Hiking Trails
There’s no shortage of hiking options! Take a hike along the Wabash Fishing Canoeing /
River as you meander down the Wabash Heritage Trail. If you prefer
a more urban setting, both Lafayette and West Lafayette parks &
Fishing is available at Kayaking
many local parks as well Wildcat Canoe & Kayak Too
recreation have created trails systems that link the cities, Purdue as area creeks and along CR 725 E., Lafayette, 765-589-8081
campus and residential neighborhoods together. Clegg Memorial the Wabash River. For a wildcatcanoeandkayak.com
Gardens, Purdue Horticulture Park and the Celery Bog Nature Area list of “family friendly”
offer scenic observation trailways for year-round enjoyment. Hodges Canoe Rentals
fishing areas, check out Delphi, 765-564-6806
homeofpudue.com.
18 homeofpurdue.comMiniature Golf Additional Fun
Hole in One Family Fun (seasonal) Agricultural Adventures...
311 Meijer Dr., Lafayette, 765-446-2250
Corn maizes, orchards & more, see page 21
holeinonefamilyfun.com
All Fired Up! Pottery Studio
Monster Mini-Golf (indoor)
308 E. State St., West Lafayette
3573 Promenade Pkwy., Lafayette
765-471-1300, monsterminigolf.com 765-743-7800, allfiredupwestlafayette.com
Bask Aroma (see ad on page 15)
953 Park E. Blvd., Suite B, Lafayette
765-269-9276, baskaromaco.com
Movie Theaters Climb Lafayette
For show times, 765-449-7469 4650 Dale Rd., Lafayette, 765-532-7752
goodrichqualitytheaters.com climblafayette.com
Eastside 10 Imax Creative Clayground
300 Farabee Dr. N., Lafayette 3111 Builder Dr., Lafayette, 765-838-1629
Lafayette 7 creativeclayground.com
3525 McCarty Ln., Lafayette
Elite Air Trampoline Park
Wabash Landing 9 3832 Fortune Dr., Lafayette, 765-276-4780
300 E. State St., West Lafayette eliteairpark.com
Flourish Studio and Classroom
634 Main St., Lafayette, 765-323-2100
flourishstudioandclassroom.com
Skating Get Air Lafayette
Rollerblading/Rollerskating available on Lafayette Community Skate Park 3540 S.R. 38 E., Lafayette, 765-226-5651
paved portions of the Wabash Heritage 5572 Mercy Way, Lafayette, 765-449-4600 getairlafayette.com
Trail, the Cattail Trail at the Celery Bog Ramps & obstacles can be enjoyed by
skateboarders, bikers & in-line skaters. Inspired Fire Glass Studio & Gallery
Nature Area, Shamrock Park roller-
2124 SR 25 W., Lafayette, 765-474-1981
blade court as well as over 27 paved inspiredfire.com
miles of trails in West Lafayette. Riverside Skating Center
100 Tapawingo Dr. N., West Lafayette LaLa Gallery
765-743-7465, westlafayette.in.gov/parks
Great United Skates Lafayette 511 Ferry St., Lafayette, 765-414-7962
Outdoor ice skating rink (see page 23). lalagallery.com
135 S. Earl Ave., Lafayette, 765-340-8700
greatunitedskates.com Lazy Cat Lounge
Indoor roller skating rink. 846 Main St., Lafayette, 812-340-2312
lazycatloungecafe.com
Main Street Amusements
642 Main St., Lafayette, 765-588-1285
msamuse.com
Mega Blast (Laser Tag)
3540 SR 38 E., Lafayette, 765-250-8911
megablastlasertag.com
Merlin's Beard
220 Columbia St., Lafayette, 765-714-4441
merlinsbeard.net
Mission Breakout (see ad on page 15)
325 S. Earl Ave., Lafayette, 765-250-5180
missionbreakoutlafayette.com
Painting with a Twist
2049 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., Lafayette
Swimming Tropicanoe Cove
Family Aquatic Center
765-269-7221, paintingwithatwist.com
Ruggedxscape
Castaway Bay 1915 Scott St., Lafayette, 765-807-1531 324 South St., Lafayette, 765-588-1588
601 Beck Ln., Lafayette, 765-807-0006 lafayette.in.gov/aquatics
lafayette.in.gov/aquatics ruggedxscape.com
Vinton Pool Vault Billiards
Fitness Centers 3111 Prairie Ln., Lafayette, 765-807-0035 205 N. 2nd St., Lafayette, 765-269-9329
Visit homeofpurdue.com for information. lafayette.in.gov/aquatics
Prophetstown State Park Aquatic Center West Lafayette Municipal Pool
5545 Swisher Rd., West Lafayette 1200 N. Salisbury St., West Lafayette
More fun things to do can be
765-567-4919, on.in.gov/Prophetstown 765-775-5129, westlafayette.in.gov/parks found at homeofpurdue.com
19fun fact . . . •
ATTRACTIONS 144 holes of golf find
G olf
homes between 8 golf
courses. They include
designs by Pete Dye
and Hale Irwin.
Courses offering
Stay and Play Packages.
EIGHT CHALLENGING COURSES TO CHOOSE FROM. . .
STAY AND PLAY LODGING
Courtyard by Marriott
courtyardlafayette.com
Four Points by Sheraton
fourpointswestlafayette.com
Ackerman-Allen Course The Kampen Course
Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex Hampton Inn Lafayette
1300 Cherry Ln., West Lafayette 1300 Cherry Ln., West Lafayette lafayettein.hamptoninn.com
765-494-3139, purduegolf.com 765-494-3139, purduegolf.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton
lafayette.homewoodsuites.com
The Whittaker Inn
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Golf Course Views AirBnB
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Battle Ground Golf Club Harrison Hills Golf Club Northwestern Nook AirBnB
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765-567-2178, golfbattleground.com 765-762-1135, harrisonhills.com
Purdue Whitehouse AirBnB
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Bello Terra Golf Course The Ravines Golf Course
1601 E. 650 N., West Lafayette 8525 Division Rd., West Lafayette
765-463-1100, bellogolf.com 765-497-7888, golfravines.com
“I’ve traveled the world and golfed
some of the most prestigious courses,
West Lafayette Golf only to find there are none better than
Coyote Crossing Golf Club & Country Club the courses right here, in my own
5801 Augusta Blvd., West Lafayette 3224 U.S. 52 W., West Lafayette backyard” — Purdue Pete
765-497-1061, coyotecrossinggolf.com 765-463-2332, wlgcc.com
PLAN YOUR NEXT GOLF EXPERIENCE AT
20 homeofpurdue.com STAYANDPLAYHOMEOFPURDUE.COMfun fact
ATTRACTIONS . . . Exploration
Ag r itour ism Acres named
best corn maze in
America in 2019
21 Petals (seasonal) by USA Today.
748 E. 700 S., Lafayette, 21petalsflowerfarm.com
U-pick flowers.
Annie's Orchard (seasonal) THE FARM AT PROPHETSTOWN
9624 W. 75 S., West Lafayette, 765-583-2425
U-pick cherries, blueberries, peaches and Purdue Arboretum
nectarines. Or visit the orchard store for arboretum.purdue.edu
pre-picked peaches, jams and pies.
University wide, the Purdue Arboretum
is a vast and unique collection of plants,
Arboretum at Samara gardens, art works, walking trails and
samara-house.org, 765-409-5522 open green spaces.
A botanical garden surrounding
Frank Lloyd Wright’s SAMARA house. Purdue Horticulture
Tours are available by reservation only. Gardens
625 Agriculture Mall Dr., West Lafayette
Benton County 765-494-1296, hort.purdue.edu
Wind Farms — see page 31 A half-acre botanical garden featuring
EXPLORATION ACRES perennials, spring-flowering bulbs and
Exploration Acres (seasonal) ornamental grasses. Tours available.
6042 Newcastle Rd., Lafayette
765-296-2863, explorationacres.com “My family loves the spooky RDM Aquaculture —
Pumpkin patch, corn maze, pedal cars, season! A favorite is going see page 31
corn canon, a general store and more. to Wea Creek Orchard to
Group events available. get our fall pumpkins and Tippco Fish
gourds. Exploring the farm is 10867 U.S. 231, Romney
Fair Oaks Farms — see page 31 great fun for all of us! ” — Whitney Bell Tour the facility and learn the tilapia
farming process. By appointment only,
The Farm at call RDM Aquaculture, 765-583-0052,
Prophetstown — see page 10 to arrange a tour.
Huffman Berry Wea Creek Orchard (seasonal)
Farms (seasonal) 5618 S. 200 E., Lafayette
765-807-6142, weacreekorchard.com
7910 E. 300 N., Lafayette
765-491-2715, hhfarms.com U-pick produce, apples, peaches,
pumpkins and nectarines. Enjoy a hayride,
U-pick strawberry farm.
visit the Market or stroll through rows of
apple trees. Private parties available.
Martin Acres (seasonal)
4840 Hawthorne Ridge Dr.
West Lafayette, 765-463-4215
U-pick blueberry farm.
ARBORETUM AT SAMARA
More agritourism
adventures can be found
WEA CREEK
at homeofpurdue.com
ORCHARD PURDUE HORTICULTURE GARDENS
21Art Museum of
ATTRACTIONS Greater Lafayette
Downtown
102 S. 10th St., Lafayette, artlafayette.org
Open daily. Offers changing exhibitions, studio
classes, the ArtSmart, Indiana educational
program and docent-led tours (see page 24).
Big Four Depot Building
200 N. 2nd St., Lafayette
A historical train depot building built in
1902 in the Neo-Jacobean architectural style.
Moved from its original location to the plaza
in the mid-1990s, it continues to be a hub of
transportation, serving as a stop for Amtrak.
Five Points Fire
Station Museum
1511 Main St., Lafayette, 765-429-1046
Restored to its 1937 heyday, the museum
houses a 1937 Ahrens-Fox fire truck that made
runs from the station for 40+ years. Historical
memorabilia, photos, documents and run
ledgers that tell the history of the Lafayette
Fire Department can be found inside. Open
Saturdays and by appointment. Home to North
Central Health Child Safety Center.
MAIN STREET Imagination Station
600 N. 4th St., Lafayette, 765-420-7780
imagination-station.org
“I like everything Offers hands-on, interactive exhibits for
about downtown! children and their families in the fields
We buy kettle corn and of science, technology, engineering and
mathematics. Children under two years of
cookies from the farmers
age are free.
market during the summer. McCord
Candies makes my favorite milkshake for
my dad and me... raspberry-marshmallow!
During the holidays, we always buy a
Christmas ornament from Artists’ Own.
My favorite places to eat dinner are Bistro
501 and Folie.” — Annika Dekker
LOCAL FLAVOR RESTAURANTS LAFAYETTE FARMERS MARKET
THREE GREAT DISTRICTS!
Downtown spans from the Purdue Memorial Union on the edge of Purdue
University in West Lafayette, down the hill and over the Wabash River, all the
way to 11th Street in Lafayette. It offers fabulous dining venues, wonderful
shopping outlets and fun, exciting attractions including nightlife, plays,
museums, galleries, theaters and more! readysetgodowntown.com
22 readysetgodowntown.comfun fact . . .
The Lafayette Farmers Market has
been around for over 165 years!
DOWNTOWN TOURS
These self-guided tour brochures are available; Downtown Historic Places
of Worship, Downtown Lafayette Historic Architecture, Tippecanoe County
Courthouse, and Public Art Trail, download at homeofpurdue.com JOHN T. MYERS PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
Genealogy & Tapawingo Park
Research Center Wabash Heritage Trail
1001 South St., Lafayette, 765-476-8411 100 Tapawingo Dr. N., West Lafayette
tippecanoehistory.org westlafayette.in.gov/parks
Operated by the Tippecanoe County Nestled along the Wabash River is
Historical Association, it’s the destination a quaint park where you can break
for all researchers tracing their away from the city bustle to enjoy
Tippecanoe County family heritage or a picnic or stroll along the Wabash
exploring other areas of local history. Heritage Trail (see page 17).
Lafayette Tippecanoe County
Farmers Market Courthouse
5th St., between Main & Columbia streets 301 Main St., Lafayette
Lafayette, lafayettefarmersmarket.com tippecanoecountycourthouse.com
Seasonal, open-air market operating A must visit, (see page 10).
downtown since the 1839. Offering fresh TIPPECANOE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
produce (organic and heirloom), flowers,
plants, herbs, and live entertainment. Wells Community
Riehle Plaza and Cultural Center
the John T. Myers Offering three galleries that feature
Lafayette Theater Pedestrian Bridge regional artists. Home to Tippecanoe
600 Main St., Lafayette, 765-742-5664
200 N. 2nd St., Lafayette Arts Federation (see page 25).
longpac.org
This unique and historic venue, a restored A symbolic link between the two cities,
art deco theater, is a great place to catch this site hosts musical performances,
a variety of live shows or enjoy an elegant festivals and community celebrations.
reception. Riehle Plaza is located on the Lafayette
side of the Wabash River. The bridge
spans the river to Tapawingo Park.
Long Center for Beautiful fountains, skyline panoramas
the Performing Arts and public art add to the appeal.
111 N. 6th St., Lafayette, 765-742-5664
longpac.org
The Long Center is a performance Riverside
venue of choice for local non-profit arts Skating Center
organizations including the Lafayette 100 Tapawingo Dr. N., West Lafayette
Symphony Orchestra, Purdue Bands, and 765-743-7465, westlafayette.in.gov/parks
the Lafayette Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”. Seasonal. This outdoor ice skating rink,
The Long Center also presents a season overlooking the Wabash River, offers RIVERSIDE SKATING CENTER
of performances that feature regional and open skating during the day and
national acts such as Judy Collins, Ed evening hours. Vending machines,
For a list of downtown shops,
Asner, Heywood Banks and an array of lockers, restrooms and skate rentals
are available. Open the Friday after
restaurants and more, visit
vintage rock performances. Restored to its
vaudeville glory, it’s a Lafayette gem. Thanksgiving, weather permitting, until readysetgodowntown.com
the first week of March. 23THE ARTS
ATTRACTIONS ATTRACTIONS
Ar chitectur e Visual Arts
tourdelafayette.com /
tourdewestlafayette.com
A video series of twelve webcasts featuring
nine historic neighborhoods. Website highlights
over 200 historic Wabash Valley Trust plaqued
properties with a brief description and photos.
Walking tour maps for several neighborhoods
are available for download.
SAMARA
1301 Woodland Ave., West Lafayette
765-409-5522, samara-house.org
The John and Catherine Christian
House is a pristine example of
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian
architecture. In 2015, SAMARA
was designated a National ART CLASSES
Historic Landmark, the highest
designation conferred by
the National Park Service on Art Classes
historic places of extraordinary homeofpurdue.com
national significance. (Tours by Let your creativity flow! Visit homeofpurdue.com for
reservation only.) a list of local art galleries offering classes geared
towards a wide assortments of media.
ARCHITECTURAL TOURS Art Museum of
These self-guided tour brochures are available online;
Downtown Historic Places of Worship, Lafayette Downtown
Greater Lafayette
102 S. 10th St., Lafayette, 765-742-1128, artlafayette.org
Historic Architecture, Tippecanoe County Courthouse.
Accredited by the American Association of
download at homeofpurdue.com Museums. The permanent collection of the
museum centers on the Art of the Americas, with
an emphasis on Indiana art. Five galleries feature
exhibitions changing up to four times a year.
With a focus on arts education, studio art classes
are offered. Docent-led tours may be arranged by
advanced request. Monthly Friday Night Live Series
featuring local musicians. Annual Art, Bark & Brew
event, plus summer outdoor movie nights.
Free admission, open daily.
Artisan Galleries
homeofpurdue.com
Explore galleries offering all types of exquisite fine
art; from oil paintings and fine art prints to glass art,
sculpture and contemporary pieces.
Downtown Gallery Walks
Presented by Tippecanoe Arts Federation, Gallery
Walks feature regional performing and visual artists
in over 25 galleries and business venues throughout
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LAFAYETTE downtown Lafayette, (see page 8 for event dates).
24 homeofpurdue.com“Greater
Lafayette
is blessed
to have an
incredibly vibrant arts scene.
My favorite part of that scene
are the Downtown Gallery
Walks that fill the streets
several times each summer.
You can soak up some arts
and culture and enjoy our
wonderful small town charm!”
— Sonya Thomas
MEET ARTISTS AT LOCAL ARTISAN GALLERIES
WELLS COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER
fun fact . . . Artists' Own, an
artist cooperative gallery, celebrates
HAAN MUSEUM OF INDIANA ART GALLERY & SCULPTURE GARDEN their 20th anniversary in 2020.
Haan Museum Purdue Galleries Tippecanoe County
of Indiana Art 765-494-2787, purdue.edu/galleries Courthouse Permanment
920 E. State St., Lafayette, 765-742-6449 Purdue Galleries offer a variety of art Collection
haanmuseum.org forms and exhibits, (see page 47 for 301 Main St., Lafayette
The Haan Museum displays the more information and locations). The permanent collection of Round the
world’s best collection of historic Fountain Art Fair works is on display.
paintings by T.C. Steele and other
major Indiana artists. Massive Tippecanoe Arts
American antiques fill the historic Federation Wells Community
mansion that served as the 638 North St., Lafayette, 765-423-2787
Cultural Center
Connecticut Building at the tippecanoearts.org
638 North St., Lafayette, 765-423-2787,
1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. The Tippecanoe Arts Federation is tippecanoearts.org
Indiana ceramics, bronze and the umbrella organization and arts
council for 14 counties. TAF provides Home of the Tippecanoe Arts Federation,
glass works add a finishing touch.
educational opportunities in the visual, the newly renovated Wells Center is home
Three major exhibitions a year, with
performing, and literary arts, outreach of three state of the art galleries featuring
the permanent collection on display
programs for both underserved and regional artists all year round, improved
year-round for daily walk-in tours
at-risk youth, and funding for capital classroom and a new recording studio and
Wed-Sat. Sculpture Garden and
and operational expenses to fellow makers spaces.
Nature Trail are free to the public
and open daily. Check calendar for arts organizations region-wide.
special events. Guided tours and Established in 1976, the Tippecanoe Explore galleries, classes and
group tours can be arranged for Arts Federation serves as a model for an event calendar online at
groups of 15 or more. arts advocacy by promoting the role of homeofpurdue.com
the arts within our region.
25THE ARTS
ATTRACTIONS
Per for ming Arts
CIVIC THEATRE OF GREATER LAFAYETTE
fun fact . . . Initiated in 1902, Purdue
Convocations is among the oldest collegiate
performing arts presenters in the United States.
THE NUTCRACKER, LAFAYETTE BALLET COMPANY
Civic Theatre of Lafayette Ballet Lafayette
Greater Lafayette Company Master Chorale
313 N. 5th St., Lafayette, 765-423-7529, 765-423-1633, lafayetteballet.org 765-429-5151, lafayettemasterchorale.org
lafayettecivic.org Performs classical ballets throughout the Lafayette Master Chorale’s Adult,
Civic Theatre calls the Historic year, including an annual version of the Children and Youth Choirs provide a
Monon Depot Theatre home. ever-popular “The Nutcracker.” series of six to seven concerts a year.
Presenting a variety of Main Performances are presented at various
Stage productions including, venues throughout the community.
musicacomedies, dramas, classics Lafayette Citizens Band Children’s summer programs are
and staged readings. Civic Theatre 765-423-2263, lafayettecitizensband.org also available in June.
also offers an extensive theatre A part of the community for 177+ years.
education program including Provides free outdoor concerts every
summer camclasses and workshops. summer from Memorial Day to Labor
Day, Thursday evenings at Riehle Plaza.
“We have lived in some of the most vibrant
communities across the country, but
Lafayette continues to impress us.
We like to go downtown for date night to
enjoy art, restaurants and live music from
LAFAYETTE CITIZENS BAND, STARS & STRIPES CONCERT, RIEHLE PLAZA jazz and hip hop, to rock and funk.” —
Marlo and DuShaun Goings
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