Things To Do In Cedar Lake, Crown Point and Lowell!
 

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Lake of the Red Cedars Museum  7404 Constitution Avenue Cedar Lake, IN  46303 219-374-7562 Located in a former resort hotel dating back to the turn of the last century, the museum has fifteen rooms with exhibits that explain Cedar Lake’s unique history.  From tools used in the ice industry to fashions paraded during the resort years, the town’s bygone days remain preserved. The Center for Visual and Performing Arts A multipurpose facility housing a 450-seat theater that presents touring professional productions and a 5300 square foot gallery with exhibitions featuring both regional and nationally recognized artists.  Home to the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, the Center is also available as an event location for weddings and private parties. John Dillinger Museum Visit this hands-on, interactive museum that explores Depression era Indiana and the outlaw John Dillinger.  Located in the Indiana Welcome Center, it’s part of a state of the art complex that boasts a fiber optic theater showing films about the local environment and a hall that hosts revolving exhibits on regional themes. Lake County Historical Museum Old Courthouse Square Crown Point, IN  46307 219-662-3975 Located in the historic and beautifully restored Lake County Courthouse, the diverse communities that have built Lake County are celebrated in a series of exhibits.  Both Rudolph Valentino and Muhammad Ali (when he was known as Cassius Clay) were each married in the courthouse (but not to each other). Star Plaza Theater Northwest Indiana’s hottest concert venue where the top musical acts never fail to raise the roof.  From country and western to rhythm and blue to fresh pop, your favorite entertainers are certain to pass through. Buckley Homestead Living History Farm Tour this unique park that brings to life how the pioneers lived on the Indiana prairie.  With historic farm buildings and a knowledgeable interpretive staff, as well as hayrides and hiking trails, it’s fun and a learning experience all at the same time. Art Institute of Chicago The Art Institute is one of the world’s great museums with a spectacular permanent collection that contains iconic pieces of art.  The museum also hosts many of the globe’s most important traveling exhibitions and is home to one of the country’s most acclaimed art academies. Shedd Aquarium The Shedd Aquarium is one of the oldest and largest public aquariums in the world.  Since 1929 it has fulfilled its mission to unlock the secrets of the deep for the citizens of Midwest. Lyric Opera Of Chicago Recognized internationally as one of the truly great opera companies, the Lyric Opera is an expression of the highest artistic standards.  Presenting season after season of classic operas, starring the world’s most renowned and gifted performers, the Lyric Opera has been wowing audiences for almost fifty years. Chicago Symphony Orchestra A world-class symphony orchestra befitting a world-class city, for more than a hundred years the CSO has been presenting classical concerts in its beautiful Georgian style Symphony Hall.  Sponsoring diverse musical events of all sorts throughout the year like jazz festivals, pops concerts and even shows for children, the CSO is a bright star in the city’s cultural firmament. Joffrey Ballet The Joffrey Ballet has created a uniquely American style of the classic dance and after touring the world, Chicago is where the company finally set down roots in 1995.  Still innovating by commissioning new works as well as presenting family favorites like the Nutcracker at Christmas, the Joffrey performs at the Shubert Theater and the Civic Opera House. Goodman Theater One of the country’s most acclaimed regional theater companies, the Goodman Theater presents a season of both new and classic plays and musicals.  Performing in a brand new theater, the 75-year-old company still embodies the finest theatrical traditions, presenting the greatest actors in the greatest plays. Other Theaters Chicago’s a theater town so check the listings.  From tiny storefronts with underground plays to theatrical palaces with Broadway Shows, Chicago has it all. Other Museums and Cultural Attractions in Chicago Such a huge and culturally vibrant city with so many attractions you’ll never run out of new things to discover.  Learn what’s going on now and what’s in store at the City of Chicago Web site. SPORTS AND RECREATION Lake County Parks and Recreation Grounds Lake County is studded with parks like jewels in a beautiful necklace.  Most impressive is the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore along a stretch of Lake Michigan.  There are beaches, dunes, wetlands, prairies and forests offering recreational pursuits and outdoor adventures for every manner of sports enthusiast. Golf Courses There are more than 30 public and private courses scattered throughout Lake County including an eighteen hole course in Cedar Lake designed by Chick Evans in 1928. Bird Watching Lake County and the surrounding environments are renowned as a bird watching destination.  From the bird sanctuary at Hammond Lakefront Park to the Gibson Woods Nature Preserve to the Kankakee Marsh, both migratory flocks and indigenous species can be spotted and catalogued. Deep River Waterpark Indiana’s premiere waterpark offers slides, wave pools and river rides.  Fun for the whole family, there’s no better place to cool off. Schereville Fun Center They don’t call if the fun center for nothing.  2 miniature golf courses, batting cages, go karts, an arcade and even a rock-climbing wall, open year round for your enjoyment. Hoosier Park One of the country’s premiere horse racing tracks presents live races five days a week.  Place your wager and cheer from the grandstand as champions are made. Gary Railcats Pro Baseball Part of the independent ten team Northern League, the Railcats play in the US Steelyard, the top minor league stadium in the country.  Gritty, exciting play that is closer to the fans than the majors, the Railcats are in the tradition of town teams dating back to the advent of baseball. Gary Steelheads Basketballm This is minor league pro basketball that’s just as exciting as an NBA team.  The Steelheads are one of the top teams in the Continental Basketball League and play to houses packed with more than 5000 cheering fans. SHOPPING Chalet Gallery Just a stone’s throw from Cedar Lake and housed in a chalet style building that dates back to 1918, at the Chalet Gallery you can purchase original work from local artists.  See how beautiful your home can be with original works of regional art lining the walls. Hobart Shopping With it’s preserved downtown core, Hobart welcomes you to its locally owned shops and restaurants.  These stores are renowned throughout Lake Country for their friendly and personalized service. Westfield Shoppingtown Southlake Mall In nearby Merrillville, the Southlake Mall has more than 100 shops and restaurants.  From old favorites like JC Penny to modern must-haves like Abercrombie and Fitch, there’s even a seven-screen movie theater and an organized mall-walking group. Lake County Shopping The small towns and hamlets of Lake County are filled with a plethora of locally owned antique, gift, craft and confectionary shops.  From Downtown Whitting to the shops in the restored Crown Point Courthouse to the lakefront at Miller Beach in Gary, you can shop for it all. Shopping Chicago Magnificent Mile State Street For more than 150 years, Chicago has been one of the preeminent shopping destinations in the world.  Beckoned by the famed department stores of the magnificent mile of Michigan Ave. and newly refurbished State Street to ethnic and cultural markets throughout the city, if you want to buy it you can find it in Chicago. DINING Cedar Lake Dining With a couple of hometown restaurants including the family style Sister C’s Pizzeria and the more adult Tobe’s Steak and Seafood House, you’ll never have to travel far for a delicious meal out. Lowell Dining Lowell offers several dining options for your pleasure.  Nellie Jayne’s Café and the Hawkeye Restaurant offer traditional and family favorites while Dante’s offers a restaurant, lounge and carryout meals for when you just don’t feel like cooking at home. Hobart Dining Try the Brite Spot or the old-fashioned lunch counter at Abbott’s downtown.  Don’t miss the goodies at Marilyn’s Bakery at the Johnson Strawberry Farm on Route 6. Lake County Dining Offering cuisines to sate every palate, Lake County’s dining establishments also satisfy any pocketbook.  Be sure to sample the award winning seafood at Phil Smidts (don’t forget to try the frogs legs), the hearty ethnic specialties at Ludwig’s and the special Sunday Brunch at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts. Chicago Dining Renowned for its luxury steak and chophouses, no city serves up prime aged beef like Chicago.  Morton’s and Ruth’s Chris are just two of the famed establishments and along with the Chicago Chop House, which has been repeatedly named America’s best steak house, these local favorites will put some meat on your bones. SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS Casinos Lake County is home to four casino boats offering Vegas style gambling including slot machines and table games.  Anchored dockside on Lake Michigan, each casino has its own flair with amenities like restaurants, bars, dancing and live entertainment.

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