Indiana

Indiana isn’t just a dot on a map; it’s a pulsing artery of American grit and gentle beauty. This land, brushed by cornfields and cloaked in quiet forests, doesn’t shout—but it endures. From the whispers of Native peoples and the bold voices of abolitionists, Indiana’s soil has soaked up the sweat of dreamers, the blood of patriots, and the songs of workers building a nation.

Its national sites—powerful and poetic—serve as guardians of a proud past. One honors a president born in a log cabin, another preserves the fiery fight for equality, while still others echo the sacrifices of soldiers and the endurance of settlers. These places aren’t just destinations; they’re emotional punchlines in America’s great story.

Indiana is Midwestern soul with rebel roots—its raceways scream, its jazz pulses, and its towns spill secrets in diners and dance halls. It’s where the past isn’t buried—it’s burning, alive, waiting for someone bold enough to feel it.

Come for the history. Stay for the heart. Indiana isn’t just where you pass through—it’s where you realize why the journey matters.

The 5

National Treasures in Indiana

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
Hoosier National Forest
Indiana Dunes National Park

Shea's Videos and Travel Journal Entries From Indiana

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I spend an extremely long day driving from Lynnville Park in Indiana to a spot near the Osage River in Missouri. Plus, I share a coffee drink I discovered I'll never drink again.
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A fast blast across Kentucky landed me in Indiana, where I explored the memorial to Abraham Lincoln's childhood and formative years on the frontier and found a great city park.
At Lynnville Park, a tree-lined pond mirrors the clear blue sky and lush surrounding foliage, creating a serene natural oasis.
A very long day on the road, with only one stop at the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, made me relieved when I pulled into this attractive city park.