Leisure and Travel Blog

Mark Priest giving a public lecture at Carnegie Center. Photo by Scott Recker.

For more than 20 years, Louisville-based artist Mark Priest has deeply researched The Underground Railroad, uncovering powerful and poignant narratives surrounding slavery and retelling those stories through his

The Kentucky Derby is known worldwide as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” But did you know that the Derby has a strong connection to New Albany, Indiana’s famous Culbertson family? We asked Jessica Stavros, former Site Manager of the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site to fill us in on

When you’re traveling, you want to know where the fresh, new places are! This blog is devoted to giving you the latest info on what’s new in Clark and Floyd counties (it’s the area we call “SoIN”).

We’ll be highlighting businesses that have opened in Clark and Floyd Counties during 2022, so

Hawkins, Indiana, the setting of Netflix series "Stranger Things," may be fictitious, but you can find plenty of odd goods, unique restaurants and magical encounters in SoIN.

Here’s a round-up of can’t-miss, quirky experiences.

J&B Magic Shop and Theater
Owner Brent Braun has been performing,

From breweries and boutiques to eateries and event venues, several new spots are popping up in Southern Indiana this year. Here’s a round-up of new businesses and must-see spots debuting in 2021. We’ll be updating and adding to this list as new places open, so be sure to check back often for

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you can almost smell the roasted turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. Great food isn’t the only thing happening this time of year. We’re talking travelers, and a lot of them. AAA says nearly 51 million of us travel every year during Thanksgiving. If you’re

When visiting the Falls of the Ohio State Park, visitors expect to see fossils, wildlife, and the Ohio River rushing through the McAlpine Dam. What you don't expect to see is art...made from

Downtown Jeffersonville's Big Four Station Park was transformed into something beautiful May 24-28.  Bands and festival-goers from around the world joined for Abbey Road on the River to play tribute to the music and message of the Beatles.

Whether looking for a way to entertain out-of-town guests or making memories here at home with friends and family, southern Indiana is home to many holiday activities and events. And the holiday action isn’t limited to SoIN!

Every fall, the smell of fresh donuts and apple dumplings fill the air in the downtown streets of New Albany, Indiana. The sounds of the hit & miss engine making ice cream and cheerful chatter swell in the streets as the Harvest Homecoming festival begins,