Bloomington is known throughout the Midwest for its rich assortment of art venues, cultural attractions, eclectic shops and ethnic restaurants. Located just one hour from Indianapolis, two hours from Cincinnati and Louisville and five hours from Chicago, Bloomington has evolved from a small college town into an arts destination that draws visitors from all over the country.

On any given day or night there are world-class music concerts (from jazz to opera and everything in between), theatre performances, Big Ten athletic events, festivals, galleries, museums, wineries and more to entertain you.

But that's not all. Bloomington is situated in an area of abundant natural beauty that includes the state’s largest inland lake and only National forest. The city is also home to Indiana University with its 40,000 students and world-renowned schools of fine arts, music, journalism and business.

Discover for yourself all that there is to see and do year round in Bloomington. Check out cultural activities by visiting www.bloomingtonarts.info. Learn more about downtown Bloomington and its array of dining and shopping pleasures by visiting www.downtownbloomington.com. Want to find a place to stay, more information about outdoor recreational activities, today's weather or what to do in the area? Visit the website of the Bloomington/Monroe County Visitors Center at www.visitbloomington.org