Inspiration, Stories, and Local Insights

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our cherished colleague and friend, Annette Hollis. Annette joined the Tourism Bureau in 2013 and quickly became a familiar face at the Welcome Center. Her warm spirit and generous heart shone brightest when children walked through our doors –…

East Central Indiana has murals, sculptures, artisan wares and creative expression perfected to a fine art. The result? Plenty of fun opportunities for visitors to fully immerse themselves in the kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and colors that Richmond and Wayne County has to offer. With more than 100 towering works…

No matter how you slice it, Wayne County is a great place to go for pizza. Thin or thick crust, saucy or cheesy, loaded toppings or pepperoni only… you’ll find the perfect pie here. For many Richmond residents, Pizza King reigns supreme as the hometown favorite, and anyone who’s grown…

Richmond and Wayne County are ringing in 2025 with a fun new slate of restaurants, attractions and experiences to explore! Here are a few items to add to your to-do list this new year: How sweet it is… at the I-70/U.S. 40 interchange, Uranus Fudge Factory launched in December with…

Whether you’re craving sushi or chicken satay, tacos or tikka masala, it’s all right here in Wayne County. With a surprisingly wide range of international eateries to consider, there are plenty of new tastes to discover. So… who’s hungry? Authentic south of the border options abound in Wayne County. On…

Whether you’re a budding wine connoisseur or a hardcore craft beer aficionado, Wayne County’s buzzy Heartland Wine & Ale Trail has got you covered. Simply pick your pleasure, then raise a glass and make a toast to our fine local collection of micro brewers and vintners! This summer, the Heartland…