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Abraham Lincoln's Home

At Home With President Abraham Lincoln: A History Lesson in Springfield.

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Starved Rock Lodge

Whether it be for fall leaf-peeping or a long drive for breakfast, Starved Rock Lodge offers a peaceful reprieve.

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Gateway Arch: must-see monument in St. Louis

No visit to St. Louis is complete without a stop at the Gateway Arch, the iconic symbol of St. Louis and the tallest monument in the United States. The arch was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987.

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City Museum: Where found objects become a ton of fun

The world's largest pencil, a Ferris wheel on the roof and an indoor tree house are just a few of the sights at this wondrous museum for kids and adults alike.

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Fox Theatre delights with Broadway shows, concerts

The Fox Theatre continues more than 80 years of entertaining St. Louis audiences. The one-time movie palace now presents Broadway shows and concerts.

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Cathedral Basilica: A local wonder to behold

This St. Louis cathedral houses the world's largest collection of mosaic art, with soaring domes and wondrous images made from colored glass.

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Anheuser-Busch Brewery: beer behind the scenes

The original Budweiser brewery offers tours of beer production from start to finish, along with free samples and a stop off with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales.

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Missouri History Museum: Explore local past, present and future

Focusing on the history of Missouri - from frontier to modern metropolis - this museum's exhibits feature artifacts from famous residents and events throughout the state.

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Saint Louis Science Center: Education and fun, wrapped into one

This metropolitan museum features hundreds of hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, OMNIMAX theater and tons of entertainment for the entire family.

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St. Louis Art Museum: A fantastic - and free - city spot

This world-class collection of art, housed in the only remaining building from the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, is free to the public year-round.

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St. Louis Zoo: among top U.S. zoos - and it's free!

With 5,000 animals from 800 species, the St. Louis Zoo has an endless supply of wonders for animal lovers of all ages. And, amazingly, for the most part, it's all free!

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Grant's Farm: free, top-notch family fun

Ulysses S. Grant's historic home now includes more than 1,000 animals, rides, shows and entertainment guaranteed to make the whole family smile.

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The Magic House: A delightful learning playground

This St. Louis children's museum uses hands-on exhibits and experiments to entertain and educate visitors of all ages.

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Route 66 Raceway Pays Homage to a Historic Road.

Get your kicks and more at Route 66 Raceway where speed, world-class motorsports and funny cars rule the road.

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Six Flag St. Louis: Refill the thrill

If it sometimes feels like the thrill has drained out of your life, Six Flags St. Louis may be a great place for a recharge. With a plentiful assortment of heart-pounding rides and show-stopping live performances, the 132-ac ...

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Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrates 100th year

This year is a very special one for the home of "the greatest spectacle in racing." The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, celebrates its centennial, including the 93rd running of the Indy 500.

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The Morton Arboretum: The great outdoors just outside the city

This 1,700 acre natural wonderland includes gardens, streams, trails, mazes and a whole lot more guaranteed to entertain visitors of all ages.

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Indiana Medical History Museum: 19th Century medicine & its Hoo

To those that visit this often overlooked part of the Hoosier State’s past, the Indiana Medical History Museum leaves visitors with a distinctly indelible impression.

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New Age People: A place to rejuvenate Mind, Body and Spirit

New Age People is a sanctuary, a place to reflect, be refreshed, or to just purchase an unusual gift. Any time spent here, is time well spent.

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Indianapolis Museum of Art: One of the five largest art museums

Consistently on the forefront in showcasing of some of the most exclusive cultural expression exhibits in the world, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, set on 152 acres just minutes north of downtown Indy, is considered one of t ...

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Indianapolis Zoo: touch a shark, feed a giraffe, have a blast!

With attractions such as the world’s only underwater dolphin viewing dome, one of the country’s largest shark touch pools, giraffe feeding and a growing herd of African elephants, it's no surprise that the Indianapolis Zoo d ...

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Willowbrook Wildlife Center brings local animals up close

This west suburb treatment, rehabilitation and education center looks after local wildlife and teaches visitors what they can do to help.

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Historic Pullman is packed with railway past

The Historic Pullman District of Chicago offers great history about railroading, labor and community living in the late 1800s.

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NCAA Hall of Champions celebrates college sports

Nearly two years after an electrical fire badly damaged the facility, the National Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Champions has opened with updated galleries and an interactive sports play area, and a new mission.

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Crown Hill Cemetery: resting place for notable and notorious

Dotted with trees and landscaped with care, Crown Hill Cemetery serves as the final picturesque resting place of the great and the ordinary for more than 150 years. Enjoy the beautiful and historical significant grounds on y ...

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Indiana State Museum: a stunning rebound

Previously saddled with the reputation as “one of the poorest and most inadequate state museums in the United States,” the Indiana State Museum since 2002 has experienced a stunning rebound with a new home in the heart of Whi ...

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Broadway Across America in Indianapolis: The best of New York in

Broadway Across America is a promoter and producer of live theatrical productions in the United States and Canada with more than a quarter century of entertainment industry experience. In cooperation with local partners Murat ...

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The Lawn at White River Park: a top-100 venue

Bob Dylan, Alison Krauss, the Allman Brothers, Ben Folds, The Roots, Indigo Girls. It's no wonder the Lawn at White River State Park has been named by Pollstar magazine as one of the world's top 100 outdoor concert venues for ...

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Victory Field: home of the Indianapolis Indians

Both Baseball America and Sports Illustrated have identified Indianapolis' Victory Field as the "best minor league baseball park in America." A stroll through the $20 million field reveals why.

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Printer's Row Lit Fest: a gathering for the bookish

Voracious readers, unite! The Printer's Row Lit Fest on June 6–7 is a bookworm's utopia.

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NHRA Mac Tools Nationals: The biggest and most prestigious annua

Each Labor Day weekend for 55 years, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) racers and fans descend on O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis for the biggest, oldest, richest, and most prestigious drag race in the world.

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Indianapolis Airport to hold public auction Aug. 4

Indianapolis International Airport, which recently opened a new terminal, is holding a special public auction of thousands of items, many with collectible value, at the old terminal just off Sam Jones Expressway and Interstat ...

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Indianapolis 500 roars into action May 24

Known as "the greatest spectacle in racing," this year's 93rd running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, May 24 promises to be as thrilling and unpredictable as the first race back in 1911.

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2009 U.S. Senior Open: Golfing vets compete in Central Indiana

The Crooked Stick Golf Club in the northern suburbs of Indianapolis will put Central Indiana once again at center stage of professional golf as it hosts the 30th U.S. Senior Championships July 2-Aug. 2.

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'European design since 1985' under spotlight at Indy art museum

The Indianapolis Museum of Art will highlight a groundbreaking examination of design concepts that shaped Western European decorative and industrial design between 1985 and 2005.

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Penrod Arts Fair: one of the country's largest single-day annual

Known for decades as one of the largest single-day art fairs in the United States, this year's Penrod Arts Fair, to be held Saturday, Sept. 12 on the grounds of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, promises to be an unforgettable ...

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Indianapolis Museum of Art: Sacred Spain in the 17th Century

The first exhibition at the Indianapolis Museum of Art to scrutinize the visual symbols of the religious and spiritual culture of 17th Century Spain and Latin America will be unveiled at the IMA on Oct. 11, 2009. And it’s fre ...

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Komodo dragons visit the Indianapolis Zoo

Modern-day dragons exist — and they're on their way to the Indianapolis Zoo starting May 23.

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'Return of the Olympians' will match top swimmers

In what's been dubbed the “Return of the Olympians,” Michael Phelps and a host of other Olympic and championship swimmers reunite in Indianapolis this summer at the 2009 ConocoPhillips USA Swimming National Championships & Wo ...

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Roddick, Dent headline Tennis Championships

Americans Andy Roddick and Taylor Dent are among the headliners at this year’s Indianapolis Tennis Championships. Presented by Eli Lilly and Co., the competition starts July 18 on the campus of Indiana University-Purdue Univ ...

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Music For All festival promises noteworthy performances

For band and orchestra music enthusiasts, Indianapolis is the place to be March 19-21 when thousands of high school musicians gather to participate in the 18th Annual Music For All National Festival.

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Facing West: celebrating 20 years of the Eiteljorg

If you’ve never been to the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, a new exhibit there offers the chance to sample the breadth of the its renowned collection. If you’re a longtime fan of the museum, you’ll have ...

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Vintage Indiana: Wine & Dine day in Military Park!

Wine connoisseurs, take note: Two dozen Indiana wineries will titillate your taste buds at this year’s 10th annual Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival on June 6 in downtown Indianapolis.

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14th Annual Rib America Festival: Ribs, music and more in downto

Indianapolis will for the 14th straight year host the ultimate Labor Day weekend barbecue festival when it welcomes the annual Rib America Festival -- one of several that occur each year in several Midwest cities.

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Fountain on Locust: eclectic eats in a retro eatery

In addition to fine eats, ice cream and chocolates, the Fountain on Locust serves up retro cocktails in an Art Deco interior to match. Be sure to revel in one of the Fountain's signature ice cream martinis.

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Feasting Fox: fine German cuisine in historic ambiance

The Feasting Fox Restaurant & Pub played a key part in St. Louis' history and that of Anheuser Busch. But today's visitors come for the great German food, extensive selection of German beer and wines and lively entertainment.

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Havana Café: Cuban Flair on Indy’s Westside

This diner is a real family affair. Having opened up the Havana Café in February 2009, first time restaurant owner Walter Rivera is proud of his new establishment. While Walter takes time out front to talk to the customers, ...

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Abyssinia: Sharing food, friendship and Ethiopian charm

Folks who haven’t eaten at an Ethiopian restaurant before are in for a real treat at the Abyssinia restaurant in near-north side Indy. Sharing your food with friends and family is an integral part of your eating experience h ...

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Wonderburger: The name alone sparks the imagination.

A secret sauce tops the Wonderburger makinig it unlike any other hamburger. Founded in 1954, one bite and you'll be hooked and left well, wondering how it is made

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Five great reasons to love The Original Rainbow Cone

There's a reason thousands flock to this historic ice cream parlor in the summer. Palmer House Cherry, Pistacio, Chocolate, Vanilla and Orange Sherbert--all stacked sideways on one cone.

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