Morgan County Moments

Not sure what to expect from a visit to Morgan County? Don't worry - we'll fill you in! 

Morgan County Moments is our destination blog focusing on great things for you to see, do and experience in our friendly small towns. Below, you'll find first-hand experiences as well as information on upcoming events. Hopefully, you'll be inspired to plan your own Morgan County Moments! 

Happening in May, 2023

April showers bring May flowers... and lots of other great things such as racing at Paragon Speedway, tons of outdoor recreation opportunities and fun outdoor events! May means patio dining, and the return of some of our favorite seasonal events…

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Low Key Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is Always on April 22, a day that marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. The idea for a national day focused on the environment came to Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from…

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Helen Link's Daffodils

Many people know the story of amateur astronomer Dr. Goethe Link and how his amazing personal observatory came to be here in Morgan County, but there's another notable scientist who worked from the site, nestled among the hills between Martinsville…

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Wild Places and Wide Open Spaces

Spring has arrived! It's time to enjoy the outdoors by discovering some wild places and open spaces to explore enjoy the fresh air and sunshine after a long winter. We've already highlighted paved trails for those days that are a bit too wet and…

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Happening in April

April brings warmer days, flowers in bloom and fun events to Morgan County! This time of year is perfect for getting back outside and enjoying a hiking trail or two, or just wandering around town for the afternoon, exploring new shops and old…

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2023 GardenFest Details

The Morgan County Master Gardeners have a fantastic GardenFest planned for this year! They're returning to Hoosier Harvest Church in Martinsville for this year's GardenFest and Pansy Sale. For anyone who's got the itch to plant something this spring…

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Happening in March 2023

Spring is finally about to arrive in Morgan County! We can't wait for warm, sunny days, dogwood and redbud trees in bloom and more time spent outside. Check out this list of our favorite signs of spring in the area, and be sure you make some fun…

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Take a (Spring) Break!

Will your family be staying in (or visiting) Indiana for spring break this year? The Hoosier state is a great place to relax and enjoy the break in your normal routine. You don't have to travel far to find spring break fun for the whole family, and…

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Lenten-Friendly Dining Options

'Tis the season... the season of Lent, that is, which means many will be looking for red meat free meals on Fridays between now and Easter Sunday (that's April 9 this year, in case it's not on your radar yet). Whether you're observing Lent, or just…

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The Power of Travel

May 2-8 is National Travel & Tourism Week and Visit Indiana Week Morgan County Residents encouraged to participate in the power of travel. Martinsville, Ind. – It’s nearly May, and that means it’s time to talk tourism. May 2-8 is both National Travel…

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