Visit Richmond - Indiana

02/04/2025

Sometime in the 1840s, William Bush, a freedom seeker from Person County, NC, arrived in Newport (now Fountain City). Oral history states, Bush escaped from bo***ge by having himself shipped in a wooden crate to Newport in the care of Levi Coffin.

Bush died in 1898 and is buried at Fountain City’s Willow Grove Cemetery. The wooden shoes he once wore are on display at Levi and Catharine Coffin House State Historic Site

02/03/2025

💝🍫 Sweeten Your Valentine's Day with Richmond/Wayne County, Indiana's FREE Chocolate Trail! 🍫💝

Stroll hand-in-hand through charming local shops, cozy cafés, and unique boutiques - all while indulging in free chocolates & chocolate themed items along the way 🥰

01/28/2025

Coming in for Richmond Meltdown? Be sure to check out the must-visit shops, restaurants, and specialty businesses along Richmond's Main Street & Depot District! From sweet treats to palate-pleasing eateries, unique shopping and so much more! So many in fact, that we can't even list them all!

01/27/2025

❄️🔥 It's Meltdown Week!🔥❄️

Get ready for an unforgettable week at Richmond Meltdown!! No matter what Mother Nature throws our way, this event is happening rain, snow, or shine • Jan 29-Feb 1!!

Come experience:
❄️ Incredible Ice Sculptures
🔥 Live Ice Carving Competition
🍴 Delicious Food Vendors
🎨 Themed Activities & Events
🛍️ Unique Local Shops
👶 Exciting Family Fun

01/22/2025

It's hard to believe, but we are just ONE WEEK from the COOLEST festival around - Richmond Meltdown occurring January 29th - Feb 1st!

Did you know that over 22 TONS of ice is used for this festival each year!?! That's more than an African Elephant! 🐘

01/15/2025

It's hard to believe, but we are just TWO WEEKS from the COOLEST festival around - Richmond Meltdown occurring January 29th - Feb 1st!

From interactive displays, intricate sculptures, an ice carving competition and plenty of activities to enjoy, Richmond will be turned into the perfect Winter Wonderland! 🥶❄️

What sculptures do you want to see?

01/14/2025

Craving Comfort on a Chilly Winter Day? ❄️
Little Sheba's tenderloin sandwich is the ultimate winter pick-me-up. Pair it with a steaming bowl of soup for the coziest combo!

01/13/2025

Help us welcome Parlor Doughnuts to the 2025 Chocolate Trail, where you can sample a bite of their chocolate chocolate doughnut! Yes, we said chocolate twice - this donut is loaded!

The FREE Chocolate Trail takes you to 15 area merchants featuring locally-made chocolate-inspired samples. Visit 10 stops and get a certified chocolate lover T-Shirt!

01/10/2025

Winter at Hayes Arboretum is breathtaking! ☃️
Did you know you can borrow snowshoes for free? If the cold isn't your thing, get toasty inside and enjoy winter bird watching! ❄️

01/09/2025

Help us welcome Uranus Fudge Factory- Richmond Indiana to the 2025 Chocolate Trail where you can sample a FREE Lick of Uranus Fudge! 😆

The FREE Chocolate Trail takes you to 15 area merchants featuring locally-made chocolate-inspired samples. Visit 10 stops and get a certified chocolate lover T-Shirt!

01/08/2025

How about a little sunshine and color on this cold winter day? 🌻
Congratulations to our friends at The Barn at Helm for being named the 2025 Indiana Farm Family of the Year!!

The Barn at Helm offers over 80 varieties of flowers with U-Pick options throughout most of the year, concerts with world-renowned artists, comedy shows and so much more!!

Spring is right around the corner and now is a great time to start planning your trip!🌷

01/06/2025

The Welcome Center will be closed Monday, January 6th due to weather.

01/02/2025

The chilly weather calls for something warm and comforting, and Richmond/Wayne County, Indiana has just the thing: its amazing coffee!☕

Let us know which local spot is your go-to for staying cozy this winter!

In the throes of a wicked caffeine craving? You’re in luck! Richmond and Wayne County house a number of friendly cafes and coffee shops serving up java, joe, lattes and espresso-based beverages just the way you like them, along with tasty pastries, baked goods and other distinctive treats. Here’...

12/31/2024

Ring in the New Year with something out of this world!🚀
Uranus Fudge Factory- Richmond Indiana is open and ready to pack your fudge!

Located right here in Richmond, Indiana, they’ve got laughs, smiles, and mouthwatering fudge that will make this New Year unforgettable.

12/29/2024

It's hard to believe, but we are just 1 month away from the COOLEST festival around - Richmond Meltdown occurring January 29th - Feb 1st!

More than 22 tons of ice will transformed into one-of-a-kind masterpieces displayed throughout Richmond's Downtown & Depot District. From interactive displays, intricate sculptures, ice carving competitions and plenty of activities to enjoy, Richmond will be turned into the perfect Winter Wonderland! 🥶❄️

12/24/2024

Wishing you Happy Holidays!
The Welcome Center will be closed December 24 & 25th

12/21/2024

Pine, spruce and firs are popular in homes during the holiday season but outside the home, we're reminded of how beautiful the Cope Environmental Center Conifer Trail is.

This trail provides year-round beauty with over 50 different species of conifers from around the world but it is particularly breathtaking with a blanket of snow.

📷 Credit: Cope Environmental Center, *not current snowfall photos*