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City in Indiana, United States
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Muncie, named after the "Munsee" clan of Lenape people and home to Ball State University, is a city in the east of Central Indiana. It was an industrial titan in its time but then felt the effects of deindustrialization.
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Arboretum and botanical garden, including the Wheeler Orchid Collection and Species Bank, which hosts over 1,200 plants
Downtown Muncie
Downtown Muncie is an arts and culture district in the heart of the city. The charm of Muncie's historic downtown is in our unique places to shop like The Caffeinery, locally favorite restaurants like Vera Mae's Bistro, six art galleries and four museums. From popular events like Rib Fest and Muncie Gras, to the Free Friday Night Movies for kids in the summer, there is something for everyone in Downtown Muncie, Indiana!
Ball State University Museum of Art
Restored train station. On display inside are photos and artifacts from the region's railroad history as well as photographs of the surrounding communities.
The longest rails-to-trails project in Indiana.
Model Airplane Museum,World Championship Model Airplanes
Hosts public observation events.
Hosts theatrical events.
Community art center that features a theater, art galleries, classrooms, and studios in a beautiful park in downtown Portland. Music and dance performances are featured in the theater, past performers include new age artist George Winston. They showcase art from the Midwest.
Very nice establishment downtown. Food and service is very good. Items on the menus are varied and in constant circulation. Ambience is superb, especially in the evenings and on holidays.
100% non-smoking, indoor pool, fitness center, microfridges in all rooms, free Internet
4011 W Bethel.
Includes complementary Wi-Fi.
Great camera shop specializing in new and used cameras. Full service photo lab on site.
Sells and rents musical instruments
Internationally acclaimed chocolate chain. Enjoy tasty in-house made treats and chocolates, take a tour of the facilities and enjoy lunch there as well.
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