What to Do
Sweetser Switch Trail
The Sweetser Switch Trail is the ideal place for walking, running, bicycling, roller blading and horseback riding. A paved and stoned trail stretches for one mile with beautiful landscaping, benches, shelters, and tables for…
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Where to Stay
Hampton Inn
73 rooms–38 queen/queen, 9 king standard, 19 executive king, 7 hot tub rooms. All rooms include microwave and refrigerator, iron and board, coffee pot and hairdryer. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. Free continental breakfast. Indoor…
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Where to Eat
K bistro
A departure from ordinary! Chef David Kay has created a menu including various special entrees - braised chicken, southern shrimp and grits, and seared Atlantic salmon. Sandwiches, soups and salads are also chef inspired. Family…
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Welcome to Grant County, Indiana
The 1950s film star James Dean is one of Grant County's most Famous Sons. He represents the cool, bold spirit of youth, and residents of this bustling Midwest County will tell you that Dean's Cool was fostered by the culture and heritage of his hometown. For hundreds of years the legends of Grant County have defied convention and established the adventurous, self assured style known as cool that is the hallmark of our community in every era.
Did You Know?
Harley Davidson motorcycles were first called “hogs” in Marion, Indiana. Find out more about this and area bike rallies on our “Home of the Hog” page.




