lifestyle

Beauty, history, fun and excitement are yours to discover in Northwest Indiana brimming with the gracious hospitality of the country’s Midwest. The area is a mix of big city fun and small-town friendliness. If it’s excitement you like, head to one of our casino boats for the thrill of gaming. Try one of our many excellent restaurants or take in a show and enjoy top name entertainment. If you prefer a slower pace, visit historic towns and shop for antiques. You’ll experience how people lived in years past, while appreciating the many amenities of today. Experience one of the many outdoor adventures: fishing, bird watching, hiking, swimming, boating and hunting, to name a few. Enjoy the miles and miles of beaches, trails and sand dunes on our northern shores. And if that’s not enough, take the South Shore Passenger Rail Line or a quick drive to the beautiful City of Chicago. Throughout Northwest Indiana there are many resources to help you find your perfect Northwest Indiana lifestyle.
For more information contact:

• South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority

• Porter County Convention, Recreation and Visitors Commission

• LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau

• Starke County Convention and Visitors Bureau

• Jasper County

• Newton County

• Pulaski County

Education

Educational opportunities are endless. From elementary and secondary schools to post-graduate programs, Northwest Indiana is committed to providing the necessary educational resources to prepare young minds for the future.

In addition to our public K-12 institutions, there are also many private and charter schools throughout the region. Academics provide broad information about a field such as health care, finance, engineering, media, or natural resources. They weave the themes into academic curricula that qualify students for admission to four-year colleges or universities.

HEALTH CARE

Northwest Indiana boasts numerous award winning hospitals and medical facilities. Quality healthcare can be found throughout the region.