"A Christmas Story" Comes Home Returns to Indiana Welcome Center

You know it’s the holiday season when it’s time to unwrap the"A Christmas Story” Comes Home exhibit, on display at Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond. If you have never been to this spectacular display, then you don’t yet know what you’re missing! This exhibit is free to view and is open from November 15 - December 30, 2025.   This annual exhibit is centered on the popular movie - I am sure you have seen once, twice, or more than 20 times - “A Christmas Story.” The six Macy’s window displays showcase the fictional town of Hohman which is really, low and behold, the author (and movie narrator) Jean Shepherd’s hometown, Hammond, Indiana…

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Discounts for Veterans and Active Military in Northwest Indiana

Veterans can take advantage of special perks offered by businesses across Northwest Indiana! From free meals and sweet treats to special discounts, restaurants, shops, hotels and more are showing their appreciation for those who served. Here you’ll find plenty of year-round “thank you” deals waiting along with Veterans Day specials. Just don’t forget your military ID — and maybe an empty stomach…

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