Wayne County and Richmond has a wealth of places to go and things to do!
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For more information on things to see or places to stay visit
Richmond/Wayne County Tourism Bureau or call 765-935-8687 Visit the Old National Road Welcome Center for brochures, travel information, and see their gift shop located at 5701 National Road East, Richmond, IN 47374 |
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The Richmond Art Museum (RAM) features American artwork, including paintings by the Hoosier Group and the Richmond School. The museum has free admission! Richmond’s Historic Depot District and the downtown are booming with new eateries and trendy shops. Be sure to check out Veach’s Toy Station, a Richmond icon since 1937. The Wayne County Historical Museum features history on the early pioneer days. North of Richmond, the Levi Coffin House and Museum in Fountain City provides insight into the history of the Underground Railroad.
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The Historic National Road passes through the heart of the county offering a glimpse into our nation’s past. An artifact of the road would be the town of Centerville known as the “City of Arches” for its early 19th century Federal-style brick row houses with archways.
(Left) A view of the Lantz House located in Centerville showing one of the town’s many arches
(Below) Looking east on the National Road toward the Huddleston Farmhouse and National Road Heritage Site. Please call 765-478-3172 for tours.
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On the western edge of the county, Cambridge City is located in the heart of antique alley. The town was originally a bustling transportation hub and stop on the Whitewater Canal system. Cambridge City has an impressive stock of mid-19th Century buildings along Main Street. Nationally known for its antiques, the town boasts 13 antique related businesses, among other great shops and businesses. Also in Cambridge City is the Huddleston Farmhouse Inn Museum and National Road Heritage Site, which brings visitors back to the 1840s and the National Road era. Inside the Cambridge City Library is the Overbeck pottery museum. The Overbeck Sisters crafted unique pottery from 1911 – 1955 and became nationally known.
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The Restaurants
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3314 E. Main St. Richmond, IN
Phone: 765-939-1658 Hours: Summer (starts memorial day) (M-Sat 12-10p, Sun 1-10pm; Winter Starts Labor Day (M-Th 12-9 Fr and Sat 12-10p Sun 1p-9p) Muddy Monkey features an Ice Cream EXPERIENCE featuring 21 flavors of ice cream and frozen yogurt with40+ toppings - sundaes, mixers & shakes!
Offering a 10% discount with valid passport booklet
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820 E. Main St. Richmond, IN
Phone: 765-962-4441 Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 3PM Downtown café offering good old-fashioned cooking, deli sandwiches, hot plate specials and a tea shop next door!
Medium drink with additional $5 purchase. Limit 1 per guest. Available with valid passport booklet.
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718 E. Main St. Richmond, IN
Phone: 765-488-2533 Hours: Mon-Fri 7AM - 3PM Sat 7AM - 2 PM Enjoy one of Chef Bob’s Daily Specials or a regular menu item such as grinders, signature sandwhiches, salads and breakfast selections.
Offering a free drink with purchase of a meal with valid passport booklet.
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175 Fort Wayne Ave. Richmond, IN
Phone: 765-962-2999 Hours: Mon-Th 11 AM - 9PM Fri 11 AM - 11 PM Sat 11 AM to 10 PM Better than being home! Little Sheba’s is a Richmond staple featuring gourmet pizzas, deluxe sandwiches and fresh salads.
Offering a 10% discount with valid passport booklet
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129 E. Main St.
Phone: 765-962-2999 Hours: Tues - Thur 4PM - 9PM Fri 11 AM - 11 PM Sat 11 AM - 10 PM Sun 11AM - 7PM Little Sheba’s new Centerville location is open featuring gourmet pizzas, deluxe sandwiches and fresh salads. Better than being home!
Offering a 10% discount with valid passport booklet.
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109 W. Main St.
Phone: 765-478-6500 Hours: Tues - Thur 9AM - 9PM Fri - Sat 9AM - 10PM Sun 12PM - 8PM lunch: Tues-Sat 11AM - 2 PM Main Street Sweets Cafe’ is an ice cream parlor and lunch café that serves hand dipped ice cream, sundaes, shakes, and custom ice cream cakes!
Offering a 10% discount with valid passport booklet.
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20 Foote St.
Phone: 765-478-6510 Hours: Mon-Tues 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wed-Fri 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sun 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM Lumpy's serves signature breaded tenderloins and biscuits and gravy. Great menu and atmosphere!
Offering a 10% discount with valid passport booklet.
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