Things to Do / Attractions

Looking for Things to Do in Richmond / Wayne county Indiana? You've come to the right place! Richmond / Wayne County Indiana has an abundance of things to do in the area for every age!

Richmond Art Museum

Richmond & Wayne County Indiana are home to intriguing historical attractions, one of a kind museums, delicious restaurants and unique retail shops.

Families traveling with children will find plenty of options for "kids' fun" in Richmond & Wayne County Indiana. You will find interactive fun both indoors & out at places like Hayes Arboretum, Joseph Moore Museum, and the Rec Plex to name a few! .

Amish Destinations

Wayne County Indiana has a unique community of Amish. Amish buggies are a normal occurrence on select Wayne County roadways and you can stop by the Amish Market in Fountain City to enjoy homemade Amish goods.

Live Music

As the sun sets, the nightlife begins. Unwind at area pubs and restaurants where you’ll find regional musicians performing most weekends and even throughout the week. National touring acts often perform at various venues, so it’s easy to find something to jam to, laugh at, or sing along with.

Murals

Painted Piano Trail!

The Festival of Murals is a program of public art activities that includes an annual mural competition and other public art projects in Wayne County, Indiana since 2010. The program has facilitated the installation of over 50 works of public art to date. The Painted Piano Trail project was created in collaboration with the Starr Piano Festival whereby Wayne County artists where invited to compete for prizes.

Painted Piano Trail

Six artists have painted on piano replicas that are functional as public benches. These artistic public art pieces, suitable for outdoor or indoor use, have been placed throughout Wayne County, Indiana and are part of the Painted Piano Trail. Each piano will feature a QR code that can be scanned with a smartphone to learn more information.

The Painted Piano Trail is officially endorsed by the state of Indiana's Bicentennial Commission and in conjunction with the InRich.us Starr Piano Festival event. The festival has established the first world record of continuous piano playing on a Starr Piano.

Winning Piano Designs:

1st Place - Mark Gardner

2nd Place - Carvin Rinehart

3rd Place - Carly Dee and Cassy Mattingly

Shop From Home

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While non-essential retail businesses are temporarily closed to stop the spread of the covid-19, many of Wayne County's local retailers are offering online and virtual shopping experiences!

We invite you to browse these businesses below that are offering everything from apparel and jewelry to home furnishings and unique finds. We look forward to seeing you in Wayne County soon! #DreamNowVisitLater #INThisTogether #WayneCountyStrong

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Antique Alley

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Unleash your design inspiration as you embark on a treasure hunt with your closest friends. Antique Alley is a hotbed of vintage finds and is one of Indiana’s most diverse antique destinations. Furnish a remodeled room, a new home, or add to your collection as you discover furniture, farm tools, sea glass, books, pottery, textiles, glassware, and much more perfect for any home.

Two different trails will guide you to more than 1,200 antique dealers offering a plethora of fun finds. Don’t miss historic Cambridge City, the hub of Antique Alley, with more than ten distinctive shops and malls within a two-block area. Plan an overnight stay, because just one day isn’t enough to uncover all the hidden treasures.

You'll want to explore the antique shops along Antique Alley Trail #1 and Antique Alley Trail #2 in Wayne County, Indiana's best antique shopping destinations!

Arts & Performing Arts

The arts & performing arts is a popular attraction in Wayne County, Indiana. From local plays at Civic Theatre to live music from the Symphony and famous artists at the Richmond Art Museum, you won't be disappointed in Wayne County, Indiana!!

Chocolate Trail

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Richmond and Wayne County's self-guided journey down the chocolate trail leads you to historic candy factories, charming ice cream parlors, unique gift shops and more. Indulge with your favorite treat as you visit 10 locations offering free chocolate treats! Another two stops offer a complimentary sample with purchase.

Chocolate is featured at each stop and is presented in many different forms.
The chocolate trail is available to explore and taste year-round.

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To receive your FREE chocolate samples, you must present a Chocolate Trail Passport which can be obtained at:

The Old National Road Welcome Center
5701 National Road E. (U.S. 40), Richmond, IN 47374

800.828.8414

Chocolate Trail themed packages are available to extend your adventure across multiple days.

Heartland Wine & Ale Trail

Visit regional wineries and craft breweries for a look into the creative process paired with tastings of expertly crafted beverages. Many wineries and breweries incorporate Indiana and Ohio's agricultural products such as wheat, honey, and fruit, along with other indigenous ingredients into their beverages. Each is passionate about their craft, bringing their perspective to an ever-expanding variety of flavors and styles.

It's time to start planning your Heartland Wine & Ale Trail overnight getaway today!