The Opera House Mural
Artist: Carrie Johns
Location: 400 Pearl Street, New Albany

“The Story Behind the Mural” is an ongoing series that provides a behind-the-scenes dive into some of SoIN’s well known (and lesser known) public art pieces.

The sprawling opera singer mural that lives in Downtown

Creativity blossoms in Southern Indiana. With magnificent murals, striking statues and local galleries, SoIN is an art lover’s paradise!

Don’t know where to start? The free Inspired SoIN digital passport makes it easy to explore SoIN’s eclectic arts scene. Simply sign up and pick from any of the 20

Abbey Road on the River: What you need to know before you GO

The world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival is right around the corner, beginning this Memorial Day Weekend. It will be held May 23-27, 2024.

If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, the good news is you still have time. The

Southern Indiana might conjure images of rolling farmland and charming small towns, but beneath the surface, a revolution is brewing – one led by women entrepreneurs. While history books document the achievements of the past, the future boasts a narrative yet to be penned, and it's women who are

Whether you’re seeking shelter from the elements, or you’re looking to experience the local arts, when you head indoors in Southern Indiana, you get to bring the fun with you. These SoIN attractions give you plenty of options for indoor entertainment throughout all four seasons.

HANDS-ON FUN

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Bright as beacons, pumpkins tell us, “it’s fall!” If you love pumpkin everything, SoIN has no shortage of pumpkin-inspired things to do, eat and ways to treat yourself all season long. Here’s a quick guide to pumpkin things in SoIN:

Fall Farm Fun

Fall in SoIN wouldn’t be complete without some fall

Juneteenth is coming quickly and GoSoIN wants to help you find a celebration to commemorate this truly important American holiday.

While originating in Galveston, Texas, Juneteenth has been celebrated annually around the United States since 1865. The holiday marks the day that the final group of

Summer days in SoIN are great for cooling in the pools and water slides! But there are plenty of other fun ways to keep cool in Southern Indiana.

Want ideas on how to stay cool this summer without the pool? We’ve come up with a few ideas.

Cool off at these SoIN sweet shops

Mix Your Own Shake and

A delicious way to spend a day in SoIN

My hands are stained purple with juice. The sun is shining on my sunscreen-slathered neck and arms. My bucket is filling with “black gold.” I’m picking black raspberries, and all is right with the world.

It's that time of year: berry-picking time! We always

Visit Georgetown Drive-In in Georgetown, Indiana, for a nostalgic night of family fun to remember. This dual-screen outdoor attraction prides itself on an authentic drive-in movie experience that’s not only fun for visitors of all ages, but also easy on the pockets. This local favorite is only a