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The sweet story behind Abbott’s Candies
Abbott’s Candies isn’t just a familiar Wayne County favorite for old-fashioned confections like caramels, chocolates and other sweet treats. It’s also the oldest candy store in Indiana. Founder W.C. Abbott worked as a traveling salesman before opening his own restaurant back in his hometown of Hagerstown, developing recipes along the…
Richmond / Wayne County Indiana is a one-stop destination for shopping
Shopping small is especially meaningful. Following the historic floods that affected Cambridge City, Hagerstown and surrounding areas, every purchase from a locally owned business helps support jobs, families and the continued recovery of our communities. Whether you visit on Small Business Saturday or plan a holiday shopping getaway anytime during…
Dine & Drink Like A Local in Richmond / Wayne County, Indiana
Richmond and Wayne County propose a veritable feast of dining and drinking destinations to satisfy any craving. Just follow the locals to find all the best eats. Ordering up a Royal Feast on a tableside phone from within the double-decker bus at Clara’s Pizza King is a Richmond rite of…
Unique stays and overnight accommodations in Richmond / Wayne County, Indiana
Looking for somewhere out of the ordinary to stay for an overnight, week-long or weekend getaway? Richmond and Wayne County fit the bill with a selection of one-of-a-kind inns, guest houses and Airbnbs to consider, each with a unique vibe and personality all its own! Richmond’s historic Millionaire’s Row along…
Explore More, Spend Less: Free & Affordable Things To Do In Richmond/Wayne County, IN
Travelers seeking affordability and free activities need to road trip to Richmond/Wayne County, Indiana. Families, couples, and friends can plot their itineraries around a diverse collection of attractions, such as outdoor fun, colorful art, museums, local culinary flavors, history, and vintage shopping while visiting. Great prospects are ever present in…
Boost your wellness factor in Wayne County
In today’s fast-paced, frenetic world, it’s often difficult to relax. If you could use a little mental reset, Richmond and Wayne County put the focus on wellness with nature encounters, spa services and soothing shopping destinations. Getting outside for a breath of fresh air is a great way to jump…
Annette Hollis
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 –…
Richmond / Wayne County, state of the art!
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…
