2. Located approximately 60 miles northwest of
Indianapolis, the cities of Lafayette and
West Lafayette, Indiana, are small cities
separated by the Wabash River. Rich in
culture and history, the two cities are home to
a number of historic attractions, including
museums, battlefields, and gothic homes and
buildings distinguished by the ornate
architecture of the 19th century. In addition,
Purdue University is located in West Lafayette.
3. The cities boast a diverse array of music and
theater, including the Bach Chorale Singers,
Lafayette Ballet Company, Lafayette
Symphony Orchestra, Tippecanoe Chamber
Society, and the Long Center for the
Performing Arts, a historic theater built in 1920
and now restored for use as a performance
and event space. Art enthusiasts enjoy a
number of small, independent galleries as well
as the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette and
the Purdue Galleries.
4. Lafayette has much to offer younger residents,
too, including the Columbian Park and Zoo,
indoor and outdoor aquatic centers, an
outdoor ice skating rink, and Exploration
Acres, an 18-acre maze featuring hayrides, a
pumpkin patch, and other attractions. For
shoppers, the area offers everything from
regional malls to unique downtown districts
with interesting storefronts and small
boutiques. A variety of choices for fine dining,
including elegant dinners and casual lunches,
is available throughout the cities.
5. About the author: Dr. Albert Lee is President of
Indiana Neurology Specialty Care in Lafayette.
A board-certified neurologist and member of
the American Board of Psychiatry and
Neurology, Dr. Lee often works with referrals
from community health clinics and provides
free medical care for patients who are unable
to pay.
6. About the author: Dr. Albert Lee is President of
Indiana Neurology Specialty Care in Lafayette.
A board-certified neurologist and member of
the American Board of Psychiatry and
Neurology, Dr. Lee often works with referrals
from community health clinics and provides
free medical care for patients who are unable
to pay.