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1. Visit CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Visit CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center
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2. Take a guided tour of the Terre Haute Brewing Company (THBC) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Take a guided tour of the Terre Haute Brewing Company (THBC)
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3. Admire American art at The Sheldon Swope Art Museum

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Admire American art at The Sheldon Swope Art Museum
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4. Watch a performance at the Indiana Theatre

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Watch a performance at the Indiana Theatre
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5. See an event at the Terre Haute Action Track

See an event at the Terre Haute Action Track
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6. See Stiffy Green the Bulldog

See Stiffy Green the Bulldog
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7. Go shopping at the Haute City Center

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Go shopping at the Haute City Center
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8. Spend a rainy afternoon at the Vigo County Public Library

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Spend a rainy afternoon at the Vigo County Public Library
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9. Watch an event at LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course

Watch an event at LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course
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10. Watch a play at the Crossroads Repertory Theatre

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Watch a play at the Crossroads Repertory Theatre
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11. FAMILY FUN: Watch a football game at the Memorial Stadium

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FAMILY FUN: Watch a football game at the Memorial Stadium
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12. See a concert at Hatfield Hall

See a concert at Hatfield Hall
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13. Have lunch at Charlie's Neighborhood Pub & Grub

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Have lunch at Charlie's Neighborhood Pub & Grub
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14. Have a romantic dinner at Piloni's Italian Restaurant

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Have a romantic dinner at Piloni's Italian Restaurant
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15. Get a sweet treat at the Grand Traverse Pie Company

Get a sweet treat at the Grand Traverse Pie Company
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16. Dine at Stables Steakhouse

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Dine at Stables Steakhouse
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Nestled in the heart of the Wabash Valley, Terre Haute is a bustling metropolitan hub that is renowned for offering a wide range of sports and outdoor recreation.
  • Your kids can ride the Spirit of Terre Haute train at Deming Park.
  • You can catch a show at the Crossroads Repertory Theatre and sample locally brewed craft beers at the Terre Haute Brewing Company.

Getting to Terre Haute, Indiana:

Terre Haute, Indiana is 1 hr 25 min from Indianapolis (77.1 miles via I-70 W).

Terre Haute, Indiana Events:
- List of Events

Best time to visit Terre Haute:

Plan your trip during the late spring (May-June) or early fall (September-October) to enjoy average temperatures ranging from the 60s to 80s.

Where to stay in Terre Haute:
- Terre Haute Casino Resort
- Drury Inn & Suites Terre Haute

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