An Indiana General Store Became The Iconic Gimbels' Store
Gimbels' may not be around anymore, but it was once one of the world’s largest department store empires, and it all started in the Hoosier State.
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What It Means When You Find Daffodils Hidden in the Woods
I grew up surrounded by those clumps of daffodils in the woods near my home, their bright yellow blooms signaling the arrival of spring year after year. But it wasn't until recently that I stumbled upon the historical significance behind those cheerful flowers.
Evansville’s Haunted Library Is Also a Hidden Community Gem
Nestled in Southern Indiana, sits a place that is not only rich in Hoosier history, but it's also a tremendous community resource - and it's haunted too!
Why Does the U.S. Navy Protect This Indiana Forest?
Indiana is home to a forest that serves a unique and crucial role in preserving a piece of U.S. Naval history.
World War I Reenactment Heading to Indiana Military Museum
The Indiana Military Museum (IMM) is once again gearing up to host its annual Great War event, featuring reenactments, military vendors for collectors, and more.
Why You Need to See Kentucky's Iconic National Corvette Museum
Kentucky is chock-full of hidden gems worth seeing for yourself, but if you haven’t been to the National Corvette Museum, it’s time to add it to the top of your bucket list.
Indiana's Wild West Moment: Home of The First U.S. Train Robbery
The first train robbery in United States history took place right here in the Hoosier State.
Why There's a World War I Trench in Northern Tennessee
Enjoy a fascinating chapter in World War I history in northern Tennessee where a key piece of victory, quite literally, was born.
The World's Biggest Racing Tire Manufacturer is in Indiana
Hoosier Racing Tire has been manufacturing tires since the 1950s and, in that time, has supplied tires to a number of professional leagues, including NASCAR.
Fun Indiana Fact: Revolutionary Device Was Invented by a Hoosier
An Indiana man created this revolutionary device back in the late 1880's. Learn how inventions from unexpected places have shaped our world in significant ways.