Take a tour of a 21st century dairy operation (and sample the freshest ice cream in the Midwest). Or spend a relaxing moment of contemplation in the Saint Joseph's College grotto - one of Indiana's best examples of specialized landscaping.

Farmer's Market opened on Saturday May 19 with plenty of pots and plants. Plus free coffee and donut holes from Main Street Rensselaer. Drop by every Saturday morning throughout the summer, Downtown on the Square.

Halfway between Chicago and Indianapolis, with two exits off I-65, Rensselaer is the seat of Jasper County and home to 6,000 people. Clean, safe, friendly, and productive, the community has antiques, specialty gifts, an art gallery, one of the best donut bakeries around, 1,000 students at Saint Joseph's College, and a calendar filled with festivals and special events. The historic Jasper County Courthouse remains an anchor for the downtown, and now a Virtual Tour is available online.

MAY 19 - Farmer's Market JUNE 18-23- Art Camp JUNE 23 - Taste of Rensselaer JULY 14-20 - Jasper County Fair JULY 7- Cruise Night AUGUST 18- Art in the Alley by Main Street Rensselaer SEPTEMBER 7-9 - Little Cousin Jasper OCTOBER 6- OktoberFest

Whether you're looking for a couple of hours to kill, or a weekend holiday to schedule, VisitRensselaer.com will help you find where to go and who to contact. The site is sponsored and maintained by Main Street Rensselaer.

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