Our wedding day was a dream come true and we could not be more grateful to everyone that helped us make this day into a reality. Margaret O'Donnell is the wedding & event specialist at The Friendship Botanic Gardens and she was AMAZING to work with. My husband and I have been visiting Michigan City for the last 9 years and had no idea this hidden gem existed until we started looking at wedding venues. If you are looking at friendship botanic gardens please note that their site through Zola, does not work too well. They didn't receive alerts about my initial inquiry through Zola. I found this out the hard way BUT, luckily didn't give up and I went directly to their website. I found Margaret's contact information, emailed her and she was very responsive and so easy to communicate with. We had our ceremony at the Symphony Gardens in front of their beautiful fountain and our reception at the Celebration Pavilion and the views were breathtaking! If you're considering an intimate space to have your wedding ceremony or host your next event, you will not be disappointed hosting your next event at the Gardens. You're in great hands with Margaret and the team there! Thank you for ensuring our wedding day was nothing but magical! Also if you're a Michigan City local or in town visiting, come check them out! Walking around the gardens is completely free and a great activity to do with family and friends, especially during the fall season when the leaves are changing colors :)

Wow, I was absolutely blown away by the stunning beauty of this place! As a huge fan of the Gilded Age, I was thrilled when my husband and I decided to stop by and explore the Mansion. We’re from Atlanta, and I had never heard of the Baker family before this visit, so it was a delightful surprise. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by Craig, who was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions with enthusiasm and made us feel right at home. In the basement, Jack took over, and his passion for the exhibit was palpable. He pointed out hidden gems and offered insights that we might have otherwise missed, showcasing his genuine interest in his role. Upstairs, although I didn’t catch her name, the young lady was equally impressive. She guided us through with ease and answered our queries with a smile. Every member of the staff contributed to an exceptional experience, and we were thoroughly impressed by their dedication. The Mansion itself was a treasure trove of beauty and history, with every corner offering a new photo opportunity. We loved our self-guided tour and can’t wait to return during the Christmas season to see the holiday decorations. If you’re passionate about historical places and rich history, this is definitely an A+ destination. We wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in the area!

I haven't been inside this museum in 25 years. Very bright and well laid out. Not a large place but still has plenty of room to walk around and explore all the exhibits. The top floor has beautiful views of the surrounding area. But, it's a tight squeeze on the circular staircase and it's top floor.

We stopped here on our way to Chicago ORD airport have travelled from Michigan as there were a few shops that I wanted to go to. I didn’t factor in the one hour time difference though in Indiana and as the shopping outlet doesn’t open until 10am had to wait a while. We ended up spending a little while in a cafe across the road and plugging in the EV to a charge point. Certainly after it opened the place was almost deserted so no issue with loads of shoppers. Plenty of shops to choose from and some decent bargains to be had.

Had a lovely few hours here. It was a little overcast but I think that made the animals a bit more active. The staff we came across were super friendly. A great community zoo. We really didn’t have high hopes but it exceeded our expectations. Went with a 1 yo and 3.5yo. Stroller friendly throughout and plenty for both kids to see and interact with. Would definitely visit again if in the area.

My beautiful Bride, youngest, and I stopped for lunch after checking out the light house. I ordered a flight, my Bride got a "Sunny D", and the youngest got a sarsaparilla soda. My Bride enjoyed the Sunny D, she said it kind of reminded her of a "creamcycle" as a kid. The flight was good, my favorite was the Scotch Ale. The youngest said he "really liked" the soda. We ordered and split three ways the Scotch Egg, handmade old world pierogi, and coccoli. All were yummy, no one had a "favorite" when asked and thought all was good. For dessert, we ordered a peanut butter pie. It was yummy too! The only change we made would have been a side of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. No complaints though! Heather, our waitress, was attentive as well. She made sure we had what we needed and answered questions we had about the area. We would definitely come back if in the area!

They give you bowls of popcorn to snack on before you order. The kids loved that. I loved how they buttered & salted it, it was perfect for my preference. The Food was delicious. So much that kids wanted to come back including me. So glad we stopped and checked this place out. I will definitely come again.

I have loved this place since it opened! The food is a delight, very French in its cuisine (the quiche and croque Madame are my favorites) and everything I've tried has been delicious! The only place I know of where they have as good baked goods are Europe, so this is a great little spot for a cafe date. You won't be disappointed!

I love William B's! I've ate here 4 or 5 times now and they never disappoint. I decided to try the Oysters Rockefeller, French Onion Soup, Petite Wedge Salad, Margarita on the Rocks and Coffee after dinner this time and it was really delicious and I would order it again. I've also tried the Lobster Bisque Soup, the Australian Cold Water Lobster Tails, Filet with Red Wine Sauce and the Large Wedge Salad. All of these dishes were exceptional but I do wish they would bring back the Red Wine Sauce. This restaurant is classy and you can dress up or dress casual but you do need to make reservations ahead of time. The atmosphere was wonderful and the waitstaff did an amazing job. William B's is located inside the Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City Indiana, they have valet parking, plenty of free parking and handicap parking plus motorized scooters available to rent. Shout out to our Host Jordan Sharp Thank you so very much and have a fabulous day.

Everything was phenomenal for lunch on a Saturday. Quick and friendly service with the 10 year old declaring them to have the best tamales in Indiana.