- Our list of the best things to do in Elkhart, Indiana, features the top 101 nearby activities — including 49 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Elkhart, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Elkhart, IN , followed by 79 popular activities in nearby cities, including South Bend, Mishawaka, Shipshewana, Goshen, Nappanee and Middlebury
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Billy Evanochko picks up his Strat to pay tribute to the pioneering Texas blues-rock of Stevie Ray Vaughn in a set of classics
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Covering 100,000 square feet, RV/MH Hall of Fame is dedicated to the recreation-vehicle industry, with the oldest car exhibited dating back to 1913 and the newest from the late 1980's.
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Built in 1910 in the Beaux Arts style, the Ruthmere Mansion served as a place of social, political and business gatherings until the death of its owners. It is included in the National Register of Historic Places since 1978.
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With a Grand Opening in 1924 and 2,000 seats available since the beginning, The Lerner Theater was completely renovated in 2011 and serves not only for the usual performances, but also as a landmark through its long history and architectural style.
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Maintained by volunteers, Wellfield Botanic Gardens offers visitors over 20 gardens to walk through that are filled with wildflowers, art sculptures, and paths. It has a Japanese garden with a pond, waterfall, and benches to meditate at.
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721 South Main St, Elkhart, IN 46515
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Dedicated to the preservation of the state's central railroad, the National New York Central Railroad Museum has both indoor and outdoor exhibits: model railroads, memorabilia, railcars, steam locomotives, and others.
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Midwest Museum of American Art is housed in a classical bank-style building in the center of downtown Elkhart, Indiana. It showcases a permanent collection of more than 6000 pieces of 19th and 20th century American art.
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With over 3 mile-long paved trails, the Elkhart River, Island Park- Riverwalk passes through the historical center and connects several local parks.
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Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum
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58005 County Road 105, Elkhart, IN
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A museum devoted to pop culture superhero history, the Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum features a collection of toys, props, and other artifacts relating to superheroes. One notable item is Adam West's original Batman costume from the TV series.
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Founded in 1989, the Elkhart Environmental Center is a leisure park that is located next to the Elkhart River. The preserve is available for school field trips and offers a number of educational classes.
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Known by the local lake residents as simply Pete's, Pete's Simonton Lake Tavern is a family owned restaurant-bar offering lunch and dinner. There is also outdoor seating, weather permitting, and occasional live entertainment.