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Meet the Southern Indiana Artist: Henryville Artist Creates SoIN Tourism's New Poster Collection

Collage of colorful artwork by Southern Indiana artist Adam Kleinert featuring hand-painted illustrations of popular pop culture characters, including Batman, Wednesday Addams, Groot and Rocket, the Death Star, a zombie, and other comic book and movie-inspired subjects.

Southern Indiana-based artist Adam Kleinert credits his interest in art at a young age to his parents. Well, at least in part.

Kleinert, who lives in Henryville, developed his love for art – and making it – thanks to support. Today, he is an artist who focuses primarily on pop culture works,

A Local’s Guide to the SoIN Fun Trail

How to make the most of your summer in Southern Indiana with the free digital passport!

If you live in SoIN, you have almost certainly seen the SoIN Fun Trail pop up on your feed every summer. Maybe you've saved a post about it. Maybe you've told yourself you'd look into it. Then Labor Day rolls

Celebrate and Honor Juneteenth in Southern Indiana

Juneteenth is coming quickly and SoIN Tourism wants to help you find a celebration to commemorate this important American holiday.

While originating in Galveston, Texas, Juneteenth has been celebrated annually around the United States since 1865. The holiday marks the day that the final group of

Award Winning Stops in Southern Indiana

Have you ever visited an award-winning attraction? Maybe you didn’t know it, but you felt it in the unforgettable experience and top-notch service. From drama and history to food and drink, you will find several award-winning spots during your trip to Southern Indiana. Indulge your senses and

Five Stops for Fall Foliage in Southern Indiana

As the sticky summer air finally takes a fall and the crisp autumn breeze sweeps in, there's no better time to get outside and enjoy nature. Whether you're strolling through vibrant parks, hiking among the colorful foliage, or cozying up on a camping trip, Southern Indiana (SoIN) offers a bounty of

Top Pickleball Courts in Southern Indiana

As you may have heard, pickleball has quickly become the fastest growing sport in the United States. SoIN has joined in on the craze, offering several options for play.

This accessible sport is the perfect mix of fun, fitness and friendship! It’s easy on the joints, great for your heart, and a

Your Guide to the Monon South Trail - Borden, Indiana

Note: Due to severe flash flooding and washouts from storms, the 10.5-mile segment from Pekin to Deam Lake Road is closed at this time.

The Longest Section of Indiana’s newest rail-trail is now open

Monon South Map

This summer, embark on Southern Indiana’s newest adventure for cyclists, walkers and runners. The

The SoIN Fun Trail: Everything You Need to Know

Families can blaze a new trail and create lifelong memories this summer with the SoIN Fun Trail!

The SoIN Fun Trail returned to Southern Indiana for its sixth summer on Friday, May 22, 2026. The SoIN Fun Trail is a FREE family-friendly digital passport check-in program that encourages visitors to

8 Wonderful Ways to Cool Off in Southern Indiana

When the summer heat is on, we’ve got fun ways for the whole family to cool off! Here’s where you can experience water play the SoIN way:

1. River Run Family Waterpark

River Run

River Run Family Waterpark is equipped with cool water slides, a steamboat water feature, and a toddler-wading pool. River Run’s

7 Sweet Facts about Schimpff’s Confectionery

Since moving to the region in 2009, I’ve compiled a list of favorite places to take family and friends who are visiting from out of town. At the top of that list is Schimpff’s Confectionery in downtown Jeffersonville. No matter how many times I’ve seen their free candy-making demonstration (well