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A contemporary art museum featuring several galleries, studio art classes and a museum store that provides a wide variety of merchandise. The Permanent Collection of the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette centers on 19th and 20th century American art with a special focus on art of Indiana. The Collection contains works by such artists as George Winter, Frank Girardin, T.C. Steele, Wayman Adams, Frederick Milton Grant, and Henry Ossawa Tanner. The galleries exhibit items from the permanent collection as well as state and national exhibitions. The Museum Store features inspired wares from locally known artists.
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| Location: 102 S. 10th Street, 765-742-1128, website | |
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For more than sixty years, Civic Theatre has been part of Lafayette’s social life. It has grown and thrived entirely through the efforts of those hundreds and hundreds of people who generously have given their time and talents.
Location: in Monon Depot, 313 N. 5th Street, 765-423-PLAY, website |
| Come Downtown for the freshest garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, honey, jams, and jellies. This open air market supports local farmers and merchants. Check the EVENTS page for special Farmers' Market Days featuring crafts, arts, and more. HOURS: Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Location: on 5th Street between Main & Columbia Streets, parking available along streets. website |
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| This English Gothic style home was built in 1851-1852 by Moses Fowler. He was a cattle baron, merchant and banker and wanted a home to reflect his social status. The home was remodeled in 1916 by Moses’ grandson, Cecil Fowler. It was purchased from him in the early 1940s by the Tippecanoe County Historical Association. The Fowler House is currently closed for renovation and restoration of the historic house museum. The facility is still available for rentals. |
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| 909 South Street, Lafayette, 765-446-8411, website | |
| Located directly across 10th Street from the Fowler House Historical Museum, is the Genealogy & Research Center for genealogical and historical research. The library consists of books, vertical files, court books, microfilm, CD-ROMs, and has patron access to the Internet. The subject collection of books and materials focus on Tippecanoe County history. Other materials include family history, general state history, and reference materials on antiques and subjects that support the aim of the Association. |  |
| A significant collection of books and materials on Native American and early trading in the area, especially history of Fort Ouiatenon, add to the broad scope of materials included in the collection. The Library does not have death or birth certificates. Location: 1001 South Street, 765-476-8420, website |
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Tomorrow’s scientists, engineers and space explorers try out technology at dozens of self-directed exhibits covering two floors of this hands-on spot for kids. Locally created, Imagination Station reflects local interests: space (dozens of astronauts graduated from Purdue University), technology (Purdue Research Park and a number of local companies have leveraged their success on it), and science (many a local career includes "working in the lab late one night"). Imagination Station is a step ahead in dynamic, interactive experiences.
Location: 600 N. 4th Street, 765-420-7780, website |
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You don’t have to be in New York to see or participate in big-city ballet! The Lafayette Ballet School and the Lafayette Ballet Company sparkle with surprise and superior talent. |
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Think the symphony is only for high-brows? Check out the Lafayette Symphony’s eclectic season. It includes the July 4th Stars and Stripes Concert, with the boisterous William Tell Overture, and an annual Lollipop Concert that helps youngsters learn how music is made. For the more serious, its six classical concerts, often featuring internationally celebrated guest artists, feature such composers as Beethoven, Brahms, Rachmaninoff and Dvorak, among others. Location: 111 N. 6th Street, 765-742-6463, website |
| Once a vaudeville house, then a high-class movie theater, and now fully restored as a performing arts center, the Long Center is an extraordinary spot. Built in 1920 and then given as a gift to the city by its former owners, the 1,200-seat center is listed on the National Historic Register of Historic Places. It stands as a testament to a grand era in show and movie houses, complete with a plush mezzanine and intricate interior architectural details. |
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| Housing a 1,400-pipe Grand theatre organ, the Long Center hosts an organ series and a silent movie night each year. The Center is also home to the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra and a venue for all kinds of community events. Location: 111 N. 6th Street. 765-742-5664, website |
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| Built in 1901 and used until 1959 by the railroad, the Neoclassical Monon Depot still holds its style. Today, it features a gallery with rotating exhibits by regional artists. Its 200-seat auditorium is home to Civic Theatre performances and other community events, too. The building, its featured artists and its stage performers are all stars! Location: 313 N. 5th Street, 765-423-7529 |
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A "walk-by" antique car museum. Housed in one of only seven remaining Standard Oil Products buildings, of this type, in the nation. This one was built in 1927-1928. Location: corner of 6th and South Streets. |
| The scene of many of the downtown special events... Musical performances, festivals, and community celebrations are enjoyed here. A relaxing stroll across the bridge to West Lafayette or along the Wabash Heritage Trail is bound to improve any afternoon or evening. Location: 200 S. 2nd Street. |
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The Big Four Dept building, located at Riehle Plaza, was built in 1902 in the Neo-Jacobean architectural style and moved to the plaza to act as a transportation hub in the mid-1990’s. The building is also available for community use or as a location for private parties. |
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The Courthouse is on the National Register of Historical Places and is truly a treasure. Built in the 1880’s this third courthouse was designed by the citizens to be "of permanent and durable character." Residents wanted a building that would show the pride they had in their county and filled 45 pages with instructions on how their wishes should be carried out. It has now served the community well for over 100 years and, with the carefully researched and implemented $15 million renovation completed in the mid-1990’s, it will continue to do so for years to come. A self-guided tour brochure is available, and group tours during regular working hours can be arranged through the Lafayette - West Lafayette Convention & Visitors Bureau. For tour arrangements only, call 800-872-6648, website |
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Visit their website for hours and library history and services.
Location: 627 South Street, 765-429-0100, website |
| This Goodrich Quality Theater, offers a state-of-the-art - nine-screen cinema. Convenient parking garage adjacent from the landing along with the best concessions and an arcade make this an excellent place to catch the latest movies. Location: 300 East State Street, West Lafayette, at Wabash Landing, 765-449-7469, website |
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Home to the Tippecanoe Arts Federation, as well as art galleries that feature local artists. The Arts Federation acts as an agency to promote many of the area cultural organizations and also sponsors the annual Taste of Tippecanoe. Location: 638 North Street Arts Federation website |