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Tour the James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home & Museum (1) to see family heirlooms circa the 1850s and examples of the famous poet’s reach—he even had his own cigar called the Hoosier Bard. 250 W. Main St., 317-462-8539

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The 5.6-mile paved runs parallel to Main Street. Look at historical markers and colorful birdhouses, and have a moment of quiet reflection in the Japanese stone garden.

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