They were supposed to open at 9:30 am today. We arrived at 9:30. I was hoping to do a little…read moreresearch about the County Courthouse. There was no one there to open up the museum. We waited. And waited until 9:47 and then we left. The building is historic and charming. I recommend calling in advance to ensure that someone is there. I can only leave two stars until I can return. We found free parking out front. Admission is $10 per person.

Made a stop here while nearby. Impressive facility, large historic building with outbuildings like…read morecabins, etc. Loads to see. Local artifacts and displays, of course, but also many displays about national and world history, science, and more. A plane in the lobby, a dozen or so cars downstairs, farm implements, clothes, a mummy, all well cared for. Great staff. Plenty of interesting things to learn. Fun for kids and adults.

One thousand percent, I am not the audience for this museum. But that said, I had a great time…read moreexploring and seeing all of the model airplanes and aviation accoutrement. The National Model Aviation Museum is the largest model aviation museum in the world. Who knew that Muncie held such a treasure? At this very specific museum, you will see model aircraft of all sorts, memorabilia, equipment, and even a space for children with simulators. I would keep your expectations low for the children's area, though. Other than two simulators, there is not much for children to touch and explore. But if you're an adult who loves model airplanes, you will have a great time here. I was told that people who study model airplane history will sometimes come here to go through the collection of books, magazines and manuals that the museum owns. There's a whole library that you can explore, if that's your thing. This is a neat place to visit if you're in Muncie, simply because there's nothing else like it in the area.

I'm not a big RC person, though I used control lines as a kid and built a few balsa models, before…read morerunning into the cost of radios and eventually deciding to get my pilot's license. But it's a fun hobby, and there are some very impressive models out there- and some crossover to homebuilding planes and to military drones, etc., so it's pretty interesting. The museum is outstanding. Covers things from the Wrights and others building models to test theories, etc., through the golden age of, say, the '30s through '50s, up to the current new golden age with jets and helos and a range of planes from hard-to-crash-and-break entry models to ones that cost as much as a new car. Loads of examples, all well cared for and displayed. A surprise around every corner. Not huge, but big enough to spend a couple of hours. There's a workshop you can see through big windows, and a library you can use. Plenty of models and trinkets and clothes in the gift shop. Well worth a visit if you are at all into aviation.

Do you like hoops? Do you like history? Do you have an appreciation for the roots of the game,…read morethose who played it at a young age, and an understanding of a passionate fan base housed within a state's borders? Then this is THE place is for you. Disclaimer: I'm a Jayhawk, so I *think* I know ball, but believe me, Indiana is THE authority on high school basketball. There is no better treasure chest of names & faces, photos & artifacts, and timeless displays than the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. Dr. James Naismith may have invented the game, but Indiana perfected the art, etching memories into our sports conscience. Some names you might recognize, some you'll definitely know, and others you may not realize had Hoosier State roots. From the time you enter and get to watch a short film on the state's rich history of high school hoops (appropriately titled 'Only In Indiana'), you are ferried down multiple avenues in time. From the miracle of tiny Milan HS in 1954 (the basis for the movie 'Hoosiers') through the last all-school tournament in the 1990s, the moments are all here. Watch footage of Bobby Plump's championship-winning shot in 1954 or listen to John Wooden's coaching talks. Take the time to peruse the early days of Branch McCracken or the Franklin Wonder Five or just marvel at the moments captured from the youth of Robertson, Bird, or Alford. This isn't so much a museum as it is a cathedral, an epicenter of hardwood achievement. If basketball had a Vatican, then this is the apse & altar on which to pay homage. A handful of greats are memorialized - in stained glass, mind you - while the enshrinees are housed in a wing all their own. This state pulses basketball through its veins and the passion isn't only seen, it is felt, with a fervor that can't be matched. Admission is $5 and parking is right next to a New Castle high school, so there's lots of space. There is a billboard on I-70 that reads 'In 49 other states, it's just basketball...BUT THIS IS INDIANA' and if that doesn't pique your interest, then you're not trying. Take the time to walk these corridors. See what you might remember. Learn about that which you may not have known or forgotten. But mostly, just pay tribute to the greatest collection of high school basketball history & achievement that you could ever find.

What a cool museum and the admission is only $5! I made the mistake of only getting there an hour…read morebefore they closed and that wasn't enough time. If you're into hoops and history, allow yourself a minimum two hours to check out the exhibits. Their theater shows a 12-minute video about what it means to play high school basketball in Indiana and it made me cry. The staff is extremely friendly. My only nitpick is some of their new interactive exhibits don't work very well, but the staff admits upfront that they are still working out the kinks with the new technology. While you're at the Hall of Fame, check out a basketball game at New Castle High School, the biggest basketball gym in the country, which is next door!

There's a pretty good chance that if you ever drive east on U.S. 40 that you've driven by the…read moreHuddleston Farmhouse Inn Museum in Cambridge City. I believe it's actually right on the Cambridge City/Mount Auburn line. Set up on a hill, this 1841 farmhouse was the home of Quakers John and Susannah Huddleston and their 11 children. The home also offered two "traveler's kitchens" offering a place to cook and sleep for those who traveled. In other words, this lovely porch was always busy. The lower level of the farmhouse is accessible and National Road Heritage Site exhibits offer a glimpse into travel on what is known as National Road in some cities, East Washington Street in Indy, U.S. 40 in some places, and in some smaller towns simply Main Street. This farmhouse now is host to Indiana Landmarks' Eastern Regional Office and the office of the Indiana National Road Association. The farmhouse, barn, and exhibits are available for touring by appointment. You can also rent the main level of the house, the barn, and the grounds for a variety of events. It's all quite spacious and could easily host weddings. The organization largely uses volunteers and if you volunteer at least 30 hours annually you get an Indiana Landmarks membership, free admission to Huddleston House events, and the Indiana Landmarks bi-monthly magazine. The floor level of the barn is mostly accessible, though certainly upper areas are not. While I often mark off businesses that are not accessible, when it comes to historical sites I'm certainly respectful of the inherent limitations. The home is a three-level home that was made using 125,000 bricks. The entire farm is 78 acres and includes the main house, spring kitchen, smoke house, and two barns. Research indicates there was originally another building on the grounds. Indiana Landmarks purchased the property in 1966 with funding supplied by Eli Lilly (the person, not the company). The house, barn, and other outer buildings have been restored. In addition to being able to rent it, the farm hosts a variety of period-appropriate events. I drove by this farm almost every weekend for quite some time on my way to seminary before finally stopping to check it out. It's a beautiful farm and it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

The Brown Planetarium is ALWAYS so fun! As a space nerd myself, I've been several times, and the…read morebest part? Most programming is FREE! It's very kid friendly, the student staff working are always so kind, so knowledgeable and so friendly. This is great for a family night out, a date night, or just a fun starry space nerd night! Highly recommend!

Such an awesome planetarium to have on-campus!…read more We got to see the show all about the solar eclipse (just in time for the total solar eclipse!). The show was informative and detailed and provided amazing views. The presenter was such a good speaker too. Wish I lived here because I would come to every show!

My favorite Richmond museum. They always have something interesting on display. Special exhibits…read moreare top notch, and support for the local art scene is amazing. Their permanent collection is bigger than they have room to keep up so they're always rotating their displays. Definitely worth multiple visits.

As someone who has only recently devoted time to appreciating art, I am truly glad that the…read moreRichmond Art Museum (RAM) exists. The more research I put into local artists, the more I find source material from the Richmond area. That includes numerous artists that are from the Golden Era of Indiana Artists as well as the book written by the RAM curator Shawn Dingwerth. This free museum is open on Tuesdays through Saturday from 10 to 5. Parking is free in the lot on the north side of the building and on the street. The museum is attached to the school, so it has made due with size constraints and old building problems, but will be undergoing some large construction/renovation in 2017 to ensure better lighting (the current UV emitted by old lights is damaging) and climate control so that when space becomes available, more paintings will be able to be displayed. On my visit, the staff was very helpful and I had the opportunity to talk with the curator which I found quite interesting since I had read his book about the Richmond Group (local artists from the late 1800's to early 1900's) the week before. There are several galleries that have a theme for each: Ceramics, Contemporary, "Golden Age Artists", Portraits, and an exhibition hall. The lobby holds some of the large sculptures and paintings as well. The museum has an extensive program to reach out to local children to give them the opportunity to see the art first hand and learn. Programs are tailored to the age levels and focus on introducing different styles and cultures with each visit. The works themselves are truly representative of the different styles of art and serve as a time capsule of local artists that may be under appreciated by the current generation. Along with the Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute and the Haan Mansion Museum in Lafayette, the RAM has preserved our State's cultural best. I look forward to returning to see the improvements and the new exhibits. Review #233

Has an amazing amount of historical photos, helmets and overall historical info on Indiana…read morefootball. They had quite a few high school helmets all through out the building, which are donated from individuals. There is some astro turf from the Hoosier/RCA Dome in the basement. Admission is free but takes donations. The only bad part is the parking is TERRIBLE!! If you are a football fan in Indiana, this is a must visit!!

The Muncie Civic Theater is a great asset to the community and local theater production. With an…read moreall volunteer cast the theater casts and produces some ambitious productions. The building has been newly renovated. Climate control works better than before the renovation. It's a great place for date night or to introduce the children/grandchildren to theater.

The Muncie Civic Theatre is absolutely my favorite place in Muncie! I have so many great memories…read morehere. Every time I walk in the front doors, the smell popcorn and the building in general hits me in the face and I am immediately super happy! I started going to plays and musicals with my grandfather here when I was in first grade and even now, about 18 years later, I still get super excited about going to the theatre! Just last night I saw Beauty and the Beast and I have no doubt in my mind that I was just as excited, if not more excited, than all of the little kids in the audience! I was definitely more hype about taking pictures with the characters than the kids were! Haha! Civic can always be counted on to put on a good production. The 2016-2017 season will be magnificent! They will be performing the following: Beauty and the Beast Memphis Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat To Kill a Mockingbird Grease Suessical the Musical I plan to attend ALL of the plays this season! I hope you come out for a few as well!