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Cardinal Greenway 700 East Wysor Street, Muncie, IN 47305, 765-287-0399, This is a former section of a railway line that has been converted into a discovery trail. It is a 12-foot wide asphalt surface with a crushed limestone shoulder on each side. There are trail heads and rest areas along the trail and in some areas a horse trail runs alongside the hiking and biking portions. more...  |
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Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame One Hall of Fame Court, Muncie, IN 47362, New Castle, Indiana, 765-529-1891, Indiana basketball memorabilia. more... |
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E.B. & Bertha C. Ball Center 400 West Minnestrista Boulevard, Muncie, IN 47303, 765-285-8975, This turn-of-the-century native limestone mansion features English Tudor arches, rosewood accents, and stained glass. Tours are available by appointment only.  |
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Moore-Youse Historical Museum (circa 1840's) 122 East Washington Street, Muncie, IN 47303, corner of East Washington and Mulberry Streets, 765-282-1550, Once owned by four generations of the same family, this historic house is filled with family items and memorabilia that reflect each of the generation's lifestyle. more...  |
| Libraries & Research Centers |
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Historical Resources Center-Genealogy Library 210 South Jefferson Street, Muncie, IN 47305, 765-747-8208, You will find a great collection of books and materials on genealogical subjects, as well as publications and research records on Delaware County history at this resource center. Programs and workshops are also offered.  |
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Muncie Public Library 2005 South High Street, Muncie, IN 47302, 765-747-8200, This library holds a large selection of books, magazines, and reference materials, as well as offering computer classes, a reference center, and children's activities. more...  |
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Ball State Museum of Art 2000 West University Avenue, Muncie, IN 47306, Ball State University, 765-285-5242, Paintings, sculptures, prints, ancient glass, and more created by art masters such as Rembrant, Edgar Degas, and Winslow Homer are showcased at this museum.  |
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Muncie Children's Museum 515 South High Street, Muncie, IN 47305, 765-286-1660, Here children can enjoy fun activities such as starring in a cartoon with Garfield, dressing up as a railroad engineer and being a conductor on a train, and they can become a paleontologist and dig for dinosaurs. There are many more exciting and educational programs and activities.  |
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Christy Woods Riverside & University Avenues, 765-285-8820, This 17 acre wooded area features winding pathways through beautiful floral gardens, as well as a demonstration wetland area. The renowned Wheeler Orchid Collection is on site. |
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Minnetrista Gardens 1200 North Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie, IN 47303, Along the Banks of the White River, 765-282-4848, 800-428-5887, This year-round garden and park features six acres of gardens, a renovated 1895 historic home, and a Discovery Cabin that offers hands-on information and resources about the gardens. more...  |
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Prairie Creek Reservoir Park 298 State Route 35 South, Muncie, IN 47303, Southeast of Muncie, 765-747-4776, This 2,300 acre park features a 1,252 acre stream-fed lake that is well stocked with a variety of game fish. Activities available include pontoon and sail boating, fishing, swimming, and picnicking.  |
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Wheeler Orchid Collection and Species Bank Located in Christy Woods - west of campu, 765-285-8839, Set in a tropical environment that simulates a rain forest, the Wheeler collection features two working greenhouses that are always full of rare and exotic orchids. |
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