The Chesterton Arts District is a vibrant collective of arts-aligned organizations and creative businesses dedicated to promoting and nurturing the arts in the Duneland community. This new initiative aims to champion a thriving arts scene and position Chesterton as a regional destination for…
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If you still need to buy some last-minute gifts for your friends and family, consider shopping at one of our many local boutiques and gift shops. You'll support local businesses and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Here are just a few of our local shopping spots. BUN's Soapbox…
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November is a wonderful time to visit the Indiana Dunes. The temperatures are mild, the leaves are starting to fall, and the holiday season is just beginning. Here are five of our favorite fall activities in the Indiana Dunes area. Hike at the Indiana Dunes State Park Whether you're looking to burn…
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Main Streets TV visits the Indiana Dunes The Indiana Dunes is now a television star! John McGivern's Main Streets visited the Indiana Dunes to film an episode of their travel show about the main streets of Midwestern communities. John McGivern talked to locals, business owners, park rangers, and…
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Ever wanted to go back in time? As Porter County's only drive-in restaurant, The Port Drive-In is a blast from the past and is one of the Indiana Dunes area's must-sees & dos. Chili dogs made using the original 1950s recipe are a local favorite, as well as the half-pound hot dog! A variety of…
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There's so much waiting to be discovered at Indiana Dunes! Not sure where to begin your adventure? Browse through these must-sees in our local communities! Valparaiso Valparaiso is home to some of Indiana Dunes' best attractions. Kick back on a summer evening and enjoy a movie at the 49er Drive-In…
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Beverly Shores, one of the communities in the Indiana Dunes area, has an interesting history. Especially five homes along the lakefront. Ever wonder what it was like to become a Beverly Shores resident in the past? Here are 7 steps to becoming a resident of Beverly Shores, historically speaking…
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