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.

Proceeds from OktoberFest have gone toward establishing a holiday display in Milroy Park. The first sets: these colorful skaters.

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.

Try this: Rensselaer Adventures Blog by Dr. Robert Schenk.

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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