Indiana

Indiana entered the United States as the 19th state on December 11th, 1816. Tourists spend $3.8 billion in Indiana every year. The southern shore of Lake Michigan serves as a tourist magnet. Another tourist attraction is the Indianapolis 500, the 500 mile automobile race. Indiana has 20 state parks. The capital of Indiana is Indianapolis.

Need an idea for a school project? Here are some ideas from Challenge magazine, issue 78, you can use to show what you have learned about Indiana

	Make a time line showing important historical events that took place in Indiana.
	The people of Indiana are called Hoosiers. There are several thoughts on how this word originated. Poll your classmates to find out which theory is most widely accepted.
	Elkhart, Indiana is a leader in manufacturing brass musical instruments. Discover how an instrument is made and play a tune for your class.
	Visit the Field Museum in Indiana. Try the on-line activities. Invite a younger student to join you at the museum.

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