Grant County Indiana

1812 Battle of Mississinewa

Largest War of 1812 living history event in the U. S.  Battle re-enactments, reconstructed Indian village, trapper camps, sutlers, traditional craftsmen, food purveyors, and musicians.  The Battle of Mississinewa 1812 commemorates the battle fought here between 600 federal troops and British-allied Indians. Authentic attention to detail makes the difference as you step back in time …

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James Dean Memorial Service

At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend.  Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life:  East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy.  Memorial service …

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James Dean Memorial Service

At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend.  Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life:  East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy.  Memorial service …

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Fly/In Cruise/In

The 33rd Annual Fly/In Cruise/In will be held Saturday, August 31st,2024 at the Marion, Indiana Municipal Airport (MZZ). The action starts early at 7:00am and runs until 2:00pm. This annual event features antique, classic, homebuilt, ultralight, rotorcraft and warbird aircraft as well as vintage cars, trucks, motorcycles, fire trucks, autocycles, military vehicles and tractors. An …

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Quilters Hall of Fame Celebration

Join us for a Quilt Celebration!  Join us in honoring those who have made outstanding contributions to the world of quilting.  We will have workshops, lectures, a huge vendor mall, auctions, as well as the induction of this year’s honoree to the Quilters Hall of Fame, Katie Pasquini.  Events at various locations in Marion. Visit …

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Independence Day Celebration at Matter Park

Come join the fun at Matter Park in Marion, IN for a fun packed day! We will have food vendors, kid inflatables, DJ, face painting, balloon art, music and fireworks etc.

Grant County

About Grant County

Grant County, Indiana, is home to nifty attractions, outtasight events and rebellious celebrities. Whether it’s saddle shoes, classic cars, vintage bikes, James Dean, or Garfield, we love everything classic and cool. Have a blast just 90 minutes North of Indy.

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