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While the world knows central Indiana for its big city sights like the Indy 500, the super bowl champion Colts, and the NBA Pacers, too often missed are the small town delights like a pumpkin picking patch, fresh-pressed apple cider, and hay rides. What do you feel like today? The sports fan, the treasure hunter, the history buff, the gourmet, the archeologist whatever it is, you can be that in central Indiana.

Big city sights await you in Indianapolis where you can attend hundreds of sporting events, shop the downtown Circle City Mall, visit the trendy art galleries, theaters, music venues, or unique dining options. Families will enjoy spending time together at the Indianapolis Zoo and the Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Carmel provides an upscale shopping experience at the Clay Terrace Mall and an outstanding art and design district.

Small town delights can be savored near Danville at Beasley's Orchard and Gardens where you can pick a pumpkin, taste sweet apple cider, or take a hay ride. Historic Fortville is home to Dolly Mama's expansive antique doll and toy museum and to Dryer Organ Works, housing an impressive collection of elaborate wall-sized calliopes and crank-operated mechanical organs.

Experience it all in the heart of it all - central Indiana.


Events happening in the Central Region:

Civil War Days at Conner Prairie

Event Details:
Enjoy Civil War Days at Conner Prairie.
Experience a Civil War battle
Meet Abraham Lincoln and ask him about the war
Hear the thunderous roar of the artillery
Witness the life of the Indiana soldiers
Get an up close look at cavalry demonstrations and artillery drills
Shop for authentic Civil War period items and toys for the kids
Free with general admission.

See Ivy House Bed and Breakfast for discount tickets.

Event Dates:
May 17, 2008 to May 18, 2008

Event Time:
May 17 10AM-5PM May 18 11PM-5PM

Event Web Site:
www.connerprairie.org