- The list below includes 37 free or cheap things to do in or near New Castle, Indiana, including 60 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Sports Museums and Parks.
- From Westwood Park to Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Castle and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Muncie, Anderson, New Castle and Centerville.
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An outdoor museum, the Conner Prairie Interactive History Park recreates the life as it was in the 19th century. Among the attractions, in here there are permanent and semi-regular events and reenactments, such as the Headless Horseman Ride and the American Civil War reenactment.
35.1 Miles
Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve has two and a quarter miles of trails for hiking, running, walking and bird watching in their 127 acres of preserved woodland and fields. A shelter, with picnic tables, restrooms, bike racks, electricity is available.
35.3 Miles
Taking up 150 acres, Forest Park consists of a skate park, playground, tennis courts, fields, and more. The park also has a carousel for children and an 18-hole miniature golf course.
35.6 Miles
Presenting a history of the railroad in America, Indiana Transportation Museum also exhibits 2 restored locomotives, and organizes special events which take the visitor back in time.
35.6 Miles
Built in 1845, the Metamora Grist Mill was initially a flower mill, gradually becoming a grist one. Special events are organized in here all around the year, as well as festivals.
35.6 Miles
White River Canoe Company is a canoe, kayak and river tube outfitter that provides outdoor entertainment. They offer transportation to designated drop-in sites, deliver the boat to the water, provide tips for navigating the river and help customers launch.
35.9 Miles
An entertainment center, Coopers Stardust Bowl offers 32 lanes suitable for open and league bowling along with nine holes of miniature golf. The center also provides arcade games, party hosting, food, adult beverages, televisions and a pool table.
36.2 Miles
Located along the banks of the White River, the River Road Park has several features including paved trails, ball fields, and an archaeologically-inspired playground. Visitors can also learn about Native American life and area history at the park's interpretive building.
36.7 Miles
The late James Dean is the focus of the Fairmount Historical Museum. This institution is located in Fairmount, Indiana, and hosts an annual James Dean Festival that receives thousands of attendees from throughout the United States and Canada.
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Housed in a 1903 Victorian house, the James Dean Gallery exhibits personal artifact and memorabilia belonging to the actor, from his birth and childhood until the day he died.