Visitors Guide

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325 N. MAIN STREET • KOKOMO, IN 46901
(800) 837-0971 l (765) 457-6802
VisitKokomo.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
*Downtown *Local Attractions *Arts & Entertainment
*Parks & Trails
*Family Fun
*Golf Courses
*Farmers’ Markets
*Festivals & Special Events
*Where to Stay
*Did You Know
*Things to Do
*Map
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A little bit of history ...
KOKOMO, HOWARD CO
.
The Miami Indians were
settled in the Howard Cou
nty
area when settlers from
the East began to arrive
in the
early 1800s. Early Indiana
settler David Foster ran
a
trading post that becam
e the site of the county
seat
in 1840. Foster donated
forty acres and erected
a log
courthouse just north of
Wildcat
Creek. In return, the cou
nty
commissioners gave Fos
ter the
honor of naming the tow
n. Foster
is said to have named the
city after
Chief Kokomo. Howard Cou
nty
was incorporated in 184
3, the last
Indiana county to be esta
blished.
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W
elcome to downtown Kokomo, a city center
that buzzes with energy and excitement all
year! With live music events, monthly First Friday
festivals, fantastic dining, eclectic pubs and niche
shopping, our downtown appeals to everyone’s tastes
— all set against a beautiful backdrop of historic
buildings, blooming flowers, and old-fashioned
Hoosier hospitality!
Hungry? Indulge in an ice cream treat at Jamie’s Soda
Fountain, get your caffeine fix with a flavored coffee
at Main Street Café, or enjoy a social meal with friends
at unique local eateries such as Cook McDoogal’s Irish
Pub, The Foxes Trail, or The District.
Looking for fun? Explore family-friendly parks and
local activities, like the Kokomo Downtown Farmers’
Market, where fresh produce and handmade goodies
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are available on Saturdays from May through
October. Rock out at the Kokomo Arts Pavilion
in Foster Park with the Kokomo Summer Concert
Series, which features both local and national
performers all summer long!
Want to remember your trip? Hunt for vintage
treasures at Kokomo Toys & Collectibles and
Comics Cubed, or experience beautiful artwork
in Artist Alley — Kokomo’s first outdoor public
art gallery — and at Kokomo Artworks Gallery
next door. Explore Kokomo’s past along the
historic architecture tour or hit a “home run”
with your family by taking them to see a Kokomo
Jackrabbits baseball game at Kokomo Municipal
Stadium!
Best of all, you can enjoy all that downtown
Kokomo has to offer in a variety of ways. Our
“walkable city” offers beautiful walking and
biking trails such as the Walk of Excellence and
Industrial Heritage Trail, so park your car in our
free downtown parking garage and take a stroll.
You can also take our free City Line Trolley system
to stops all over town — find the full map at
CityofKokomo.org.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our downtown!
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Kokomo Opalescent Glass
1310 S. Market Street, Kokomo
765-457-1829 KOG.com
Tour America’s oldest art glass company to
experience art glass that is hand-ladled and rolled
from a 2,500 degree furnace and watch artists
make blown glass creations in the Hot Glass
Studio. Public factory tours offered Monday–
Friday at 10 a.m. No open toe shoes or sandals
permitted on tour.
Seiberling Mansion
1200 W. Sycamore Street, Kokomo
765-452-4314 HowardCountyMuseum.org
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Built in 1891 by industrialist Monroe Seiberling,
features include late-Victorian architecture, handcarved woodwork, multiple exhibits highlighting the
history of Howard County, and special holiday tours.
VisitKokomo.org
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Kokomo Automotive Museum
1500 N. Reed Road (SR 931), Kokomo
765-454-9999 KokomoAutomotiveMuseum.com
Take a stroll down memory lane to explore this
stunning collection of over 100 vintage and
classic cars, including Haynes, Apperson, Maxwell,
and Chevy, and experience fascinating exhibits
celebrating America’s love affair with the automobile.
Museum also features multiple auto-related artifacts,
memorabilia, and gift shop with Kokomo t-shirts,
hats, books, and more.
Elwood Haynes Museum
1915 S. Webster Street, Kokomo
765-456-7500 CityofKokomo.org
“America’s First Car” was developed in 1894 by
Elwood Haynes. His former residence now houses
a collection of Haynes’ possessions and inventions,
including stainless steel, multiple alloys, and a
revolving exhibit of his automobiles.
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Greentown Glass Museum
112 N. Meridian Street, Greentown
765-628-6206 GreentownGlass.org
Over 2,000 pieces of glass are on display,
including glassware produced by the Indiana
Tumbler and Goblet Company in Greentown
between 1894 and 1903. Open seasonally.
Greentown History Center
103 E. Main Street, Greentown
765-628-3800 GreentownHistory.org
The Greentown Historical Society has over 1,000
artifacts in this permanent collection. Special
rotating exhibits are held throughout the year
telling the history of Greentown.
Howard County Veterans Memorial
600 S. Goyer Road, Kokomo
HCVMC.com
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Located in Darrough Chapel Park and dedicated
on September 17, 2000,
memorial includes bricklined “Walk of Honor”,
Allegiance Rock, POW/
MIA walkway, and
first Blue and Gold
Star Family Memorial
in Indiana. See all
Veterans monuments
and memorials at
VisitKokomo.org/
Veterans.
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Grissom Air Museum
1000 W. Hoosier Boulevard, Peru
765-689-8011 GrissomAirMuseum.com
Fifteen-acre air park features 24 military aircraft
along the paved Veterans Memorial Trail. Sit in a
cockpit and see uniforms, jet engines, and other
military memorabilia. Car shows and military
events held annually.
Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center
4200 S. Park Road, Kokomo
765-864-1655 CityofKokomo.org
Learn about native Howard County wildlife and
see a large diorama of preserved animals, live
animal exhibits, and bird watching area, all nestled
in Jackson Morrow Park. Classes, programs, and
events held seasonally.
Kokomo Art Center
525 W. Ricketts Street, Kokomo
765-457-9480 KAAOnline.org
Art Center boasts a fine permanent collection
as well as special exhibits highlighting individual
artists throughout the year and an annual
photography show.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
ARTS & ENTERTAIINMENT
IU Kokomo Art Gallery
2300 S. Washington Street, Kokomo
765-455-9523 IUK.edu/gallery
Rotating fine art exhibitions range from painting,
sculpture, new media,
and installation work
while shows include
local and regional
artists, Indiana
University Kokomo
students, and artists
from around the
world.
Kokomo Artworks Gallery
210 N. Main Street, Kokomo
765-459-4579 KAAOnline.org
Gallery and studios feature paintings,
photography, hand-painted porcelain, mixed
mediums, fiber art, woodworking, jewelry, and
more created by Kokomo Art Association artists.
All items can be purchased.
Kokomo/Howard County Public Library
Art Collection
220 N. Union Street, Kokomo
765-457-3242 KHCPL.org
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The library’s Hoosier Art Collection can be viewed
along the lower level corridors at KHCPL Main
Branch, including works by some of the most
prominent early and contemporary Hoosier artists.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Solstice Art Gallery
ARTS & ENTERTAIINMENT
2906 S. Reed Road (Indiana 931), Suite 200, Kokomo
765-432-0651
KokomoArtGallery.com
Explore your creative side with adult and kids
painting classes and parties offered at select
times throughout the year or by reservation in a
fun and relaxing atmosphere.
Bohemian Tattoo Club & Art Gallery
206 N. Main Street, Kokomo
765-434-0066
BohemianTattooClub.com/art_galleries
Located in Downtown Kokomo, art gallery
exhibits feature paintings and drawings with
artwork changing throughout the year.
Artist Alley
Kokomo’s first outdoor public art gallery located
in Downtown Kokomo next to Kokomo Artworks
Gallery.
Historic Downtown Architecture Walking Tour
Explore historic buildings, landmarks, and
churches in Downtown Kokomo, including the
Howard County Courthouse, Watchman’s Tower,
and Train Depot. Booklets are available at the
Visitors Bureau and City Hall.
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ARTS & ENTERTAIINMENT
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Kokomo offers a large variety of world class
performing arts year round from music to theatre.
Kokomo Civic Theatre
765-454-8800 KokomoCivicTheatre.com
Kokomo Symphonic Society
765-236-0251 KokomoSymphony.net
Curtain Call Children’s Theatre
KokomoCurtainCall.org
Kokomo Community Concerts
765-210-0686
KokomoCommunityConcerts.org
Kokomo Park Band
KokomoParkBand.org
Rhum Academy of Music
765-236-0567 RhumMusic.com
Kokomo Summer Concert Series
KokomoSummerSeries.com
Indiana University Kokomo
Union Street Gallery
219 N. Union Street, Kokomo
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The gallery will host exhibitions and educational
events associated with faculty, students, and
alumni of Indiana University Kokomo. Open to the
public. Grand opening will be April 1, 2016.
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PARKS & TRAILS
PARKS & TRAILS
Wildcat Creek Walk of Excellence
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
Ideal for walking, running, bicycling, and roller
blading, the trail goes through several parks,
Downtown, and runs alongside Wildcat Creek.
Watch for local wildlife, native plants, and
colorful art murals painted by local artists.
Industrial Heritage Trail
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
The Industrial Heritage Trail is a local rail-withtrail linking together Kokomo’s historic industrial
sites and Downtown. Trail provides resting
spaces throughout, including one near a piece
of public art near Kokomo Opalescent Glass.
Nickel Plate Trail
NickelPlateTrail.org
Run, bike, or walk on this scenic 35-mile paved
trail extending from Howard County north to
Fulton County. Local trailhead is located at
the corner of Indiana 931 and U.S. 35 on the
northside of Kokomo.
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PARKS & TRAILS
PARKS & TRAILS
Highland Park
1402 W. Defenbaugh Street, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
This scenic 80-acre park is home to “Old Ben”
(the world’s largest steer), the giant Sycamore
Stump, Vermont Covered Bridge, Kokomo Creek,
playground areas, picnic shelters, hiking trails, and
18-hole disc golf course.
Jackson Morrow Park
4200 S. Park Road, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
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Features include the Kirkendall Interpretive
Nature Center, Kokomo Pipeline Skate Park, picnic
shelters, playground, sledding hill, sand volleyball
courts, wooded areas, and paved walking trail in
this 100-acre park.
VisitKokomo.org
Foster Park
721 W. Superior Street, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
Located in Downtown, the park hosts numerous
concerts throughout the summer at the Kokomo
Arts Pavilion. Other features include tennis courts,
playground areas, Kokomo Senior Center, and
Wildcat Creek Walk of Excellence.
PARKS & TRAILS
PARKS & TRAILS
Kokomo Reservoir Park
500 East 100 North, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
Enjoy the great outdoors in this park, spanning 30
acres with open-air shelters, handicap accessible
fishing pier, playgrounds, bank fishing access,
natural wetland, and 1.3 mile nature trail.
Dog Parks
Kokomo has two dog parks to give your canine
friend time for play and exercise.
* Mohr Dog Park
2302 Saratoga Ave.
* Mehlig Dog Park
1701 W. Carter St.
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FAMILY FUN
FAMILY FUN
Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center
804 W. Park Avenue, Kokomo
765-456-7540 CityofKokomo.org
Outdoor waterpark with high energy water slides,
lazy river, kiddie slide, leisure pool, lap pool, and
kid’s splash pad. Family changing rooms, lockers,
and concessions are available.
Kokomo Pipeline Skate Park
4200 S. Park Road, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
World-class facility for advanced skaters and BMX
bike riders with 9,800 square feet of concrete,
containing a 90 degree bent full pipe and bowls of
varying sizes. Open for boards, bikes, and blades.
Studebaker Skate Park
1030 N. Purdum Street, Kokomo
765-456-7275 CityofKokomo.org
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Located at Studebaker Park. In-line skates, BMX
bikes, and skate boards allowed.
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Kokomo Raceway Fun Park
409 Arrow Street, Kokomo
765-455-3606
Putt-putt golf, go-cart racing, batting cages, and
an arcade provide fun for kids of all ages. Open
seasonally, April through October.
FAMILY FUN
FAMILY FUN
Kokomo Speedway
2455 Davis Road, Kokomo
765-459-3877 KokomoSpeedway.net
Races held weekly on Sunday nights from May–
September with stock cars, thunder cars, midgets,
modifieds, non-wing sprints and more. Special
events include Sprint Car Smackdown, Kokomo
Klash, and Kokomo Grand Prix.
Kokomo Municipal Stadium
400 S. Union St., Kokomo
KokomoJackrabbits.com
KokomoSoccer.com
Enjoy a day of family fun with a baseball or
soccer game in
Downtown with
the Prospect
League’s Kokomo
Jackrabbits and
Kokomo’s new
PDL soccer team,
Kokomo Mantis
FC. Games held
throughout the
summer.
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FAMILY FUN
FAMILY FUN
Kokomo Canoe & Kayak Rentals
765-860-1500
KokomoCanoeKayak.com
Tour the Kokomo Reservoir or Wildcat Creek by
water. Call to reserve canoes, kayaks, and paddle
boards for offsite and weekday use. Self-transport
or delivery available. Find them at Kokomo
Reservoir Park on summer weekends.
Guffey Acres
1603 North 400 West, Kokomo
765-461-8188 GuffeyAcres.com
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Enjoy family fun in the fall with three corn mazes,
big red barn with barnyard animals, hay rides,
barnyard barrel train, and a variety of other farm
activities. Purchase pumpkins, mums, and fall gifts.
Open seasonally.
VisitKokomo.org
FAMILY FUN
FAMILY FUN
Heritage Lanes
1301 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo
765-453-7781
HeritageLanesKokomo.com
Thirty-two bowling lanes, sports pub & grill, arcade
for kids, on-lane wait service, and Glo-Bowl on
Friday nights.
Kokomo Sport Bowl
2021 Cedar Crest Drive, Kokomo
765-457-5381
KokomoSportBowl.wordpress.com
Twenty-four bowling lanes, pro shop, game room,
lounge, snack bar, and family packages available.
AMC Showplace 12 Movie Theater
1530 East Boulevard Street, Kokomo
765-454-9060
AMCTheatres.com/kokomo
Enjoy a movie while visiting Kokomo. Theatre
features stadium seating and digital projection.
Kokomo Family YMCA
114 N. Union Street, Kokomo
765-457-4447 KokomoYMCA.org
Fitness and recreational activities include
swimming, basketball, group fitness classes, yoga,
and more. YMCA memberships from around the
country are honored.
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GOLF COURSES
GOLF COURSES
Wildcat Creek Golf Club
3200 Timber Valley Drive, Kokomo
765-455-3673 wildcatcreek.com
Chippendale Golf Club
1047 Golf Course Lane, Kokomo
765-453-7079 chippendalegolf.com
American Legion Golf Course
2604 S. Lafountain Street • Kokomo
765-453-9864
Kokomo Country Club Golf Course 1801 Country Club Road, Kokomo
765-457-3278 kokomocountryclub.com
Rice’s Golf Center
323 S. 00 East West, Kokomo
(765) 453-3650
Green Acres Golf Course
1300 Greenacres Drive, Kokomo
(765) 883-7355
greenacresnow.com/golf_course.html
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FARMERS’ MARKETS
FARMERS’ MARKETS
Kokomo Downtown Farmers’ Market
KokomoFarmersMarket.com
Open May–October on Saturdays from 9am–
1pm and located at the corner of Mulberry and
Washington Streets in Downtown. Fresh local
produce, homemade breads and sweets, local arts
and crafts, music, kid’s activities, and more.
Greentown Farmers’ Market
The market offers locally grown and produced
goods, handmade crafts from local artists, seasonal
produce, and more. Open seasonally in Greentown
on Saturdays from June–October.
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FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
FESTIVALS $ SPECIAL EVENTS
FIRST
FRIDAY
Free, arts-based open
house in Downtown
Kokomo held on the 1st
Friday of every month with
fun themes and family
activities.
765-457-5301
FirstFridayKokomo.com
F I R ST F R I DAY I N
FEBRUARY
CHOCOLATE
CELEBRATION
765-453-7611
SamaritanCaregivers.org
GREATEST
SPECTACLE IN TASTING
MIDMAY
Indulge in irresistible
chocolate treats held at
Kokomo’s First Church of
the Nazarene.
Sample fine wines,
microbrews, and craft
beers. Enjoy silent auction,
local food, and live music.
Ages 21 & over. Held on
grounds of Bona Vista.
765-457-8273
BonaVista.org
STRAWBERRY
F E S T I VA L
FIRST FRIDAY IN JUNE
Enjoy the beginning of
summer with homemade
strawberry shortcakes,
live music, and kid’s
activities in Downtown
Kokomo. Held the first
Friday in June.
765-457-5301
GreaterKokomo.com
Fun for the entire family
with ribs, great food and
drink, kid’s activities, and
live bands. Held midJune at Foster Park in
Downtown Kokomo.
MID-JUNE
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765-457-9318
KokomoSummerSeries.com
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FESTIVALS $ SPECIAL EVENTS
FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
RUSSIAVILLE
SUMMER FEST
Parade, car show, rides,
food, arts & crafts, antique
tractors, live entertainment,
kid’s activities. Held in June
in Downtown Russiaville.
HOWARD
COUNTY FAIR
MID-JULY
KOKOMO
SUMMER
CONCERT SERIES
KokomoSummerSeries.com
JUNE-AUG.
HAYNES-
APPERSON
F E S T I VA L
4-H exhibits,
demonstrations, food
vendors, carnival rides,
live entertainment, music,
queen pageant, and much
more. Held mid-July
at the Howard County
Fairgrounds in Greentown.
HowardCoFair.com
Enjoy well-known bands
and musicians from
around the country at the
Kokomo Arts Pavilion
in Foster Park. All
concerts are free.
Held June–
August.
Celebrate Kokomo’s
automotive heritage with car
shows, parade, rides, food,
live entertainment, sports
festival, and concerts. Held
4th of July weekend in Foster
Park in Downtown Kokomo.
765-854-1234
HaynesAppersonFestival.org
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FESTIVALS $ SPECIAL EVENTS
WINDING CREEK
FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
BLUEGRASS
F E S T I VA L
LATE
AUG.
Local and national
bluegrass bands and
musicians, workshops,
arts & crafts vendors,
food and drink. Held in
late August in western
Howard County.
WindingCreekBluegrass.com
18th Century arts &
crafts, food, music,
demonstrations, and battle
re-enactments. Held in
KOH- KOH- MAH
LIVING HISTORY
mid-September in western
Howard County.
ENCAMPMENT
KohKohMah.com
CHRISTMAS
Tour the Seiberling
Mansion, adorned with
elaborate holiday
decorations & thousands
of holiday lights — inside
and out. Held the Saturday
after Thanksgiving through
December.
AT THE
SEIBERLING
KOKOMO
NEW YEAR’S EVE
CELEBRATION
765-457-5301
GreaterKokomo.com
765-452-4314
HowardCountyMuseum.org
Ring in the New Year with
annual ball drop, music,
and fireworks. Held on
the Courthouse Square in
Downtown Kokomo.
FOR A
COMPLETE LIST
OF ALL EVENTS IN
KOKOMO
GO TO
VisitKokomo.org
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FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
FESTIVALS $ SPECIAL EVENTS
Explore the Indiana Glass Trail!
Kokomo/Howard County is located along the Indiana
Glass Trail. Check out Kokomo Opalescent Glass
Factory, the OP Shop, Greentown Glass Museum,
Seiberling Mansion, Kokomo Artworks Gallery,
and Crystal Wand Creations to experience tours,
demonstrations, shopping and exhibits — all related to
glass! Go to IndianaGlassTrail.com to find out more.
Kokomo Salutes Indiana’s Automotive Heritage
Sept. 5–11, 2016
765-454-9999
VisitKokomo.org/2016
This year the State of Indiana will celebrate its
bicentennial. The Kokomo Automotive Museum
will spotlight the Hoosier State’s contribution to
the motoring world with this weeklong event. The
celebration will include two driving tours, a reunion of
Kokomo-built Haynes and Apperson automobiles, a
Classic Car Club of America Grand Classic, and more.
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WHERE TO STAY
WHERE TO STAY
765-452-5050
765-453-2222
522 Essex Drive
Kokomo
ComfortInn.com/hotel
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511 Albany Drive, Kokomo
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/
hotels/us/en/kokomo/kokex/
hoteldetail
765-453-0800
765-457-8211
411 Kentucky Drive
Kokomo
Marriott.com/hotels/travel/
okkcy-courtyard-kokomo/
2808 South Reed Road
Kokomo
Motel6.com/reservations/
765-453-7100
765-459-8001
264 S. 00 E. West (SR 931)
Kokomo
KokomoDaysInn.com
1709 East Lincoln Rd.
Kokomo
BaymontInnKokomo.com
Spring Hill
Campground
765-453-8822
765-883-7433
1717 East Lincoln Rd.
Kokomo
Marriott.com/hotels/travel/
okkko-fairfield-inn-kokomo/
623 S. 750 W.
Kokomo
SpringHillCampground.com
Garden Inn
Koko Motel
765-452-8070
765-455-1001
4021 S. Lafountain St.
Kokomo
GardenInnKokomo.com
4112 North 00 East
West (SR 931)
Kokomo
765-455-2900
765-455-3288
2920 South Reed Road
Kokomo
HamptonInnKokomo.com
5110 Clinton Drive
Kokomo
Super8.com
Pet friendly
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DID YOU KNOW ...
DID YOU KNOW
Kokomo, Indiana is called the “City of Firsts” due
to the many product inventions and technological
discoveries made here. Many can be attributed to the
automotive industry, which traces its roots back to
“America’s First Car.”
AMERICA’S FIRST CAR
Elwood Haynes is one of the most important inventors
of all time. His stainless steel made a dramatic impact
on everyone’s daily lives, and Stellite is a super alloy still
used in space exploration today. Kokomo remembers
him best for “America’s First Car,” which made its trial run
in Kokomo on July 4, 1894.
GIANT SYCAMORE
ST U M P
WORLD’S LARGEST
ST E E R
The World’s Largest Steer,
weighed over 4,000
pounds at his death in
1910. A taxidermist was
hired to stuff Ben, who is
now housed in a pavilion in
Highland Park.
At approximately 1,500
years old, it stood 100 feet
tall before storms broke it
down to a 12-foot stump.
The trunk is 57 feet in
circumference and is also
on display in Highland Park.
FIRST PUSH-BUTTON
CAR RADIO
FIRST STAINLESS STEEL Developed in 1938 by Delco
Invented by Elwood Haynes Radio, division of General
in 1912 to satisfy Mrs. Haynes’ Motors.
demand for tarnish-free
dinnerware.
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THINGS TO DO
FAMILY FUN
THINGS TO DO
Kokomo was named a “Top 5 Best Cities for
Indiana Families” by Apartment List. Let us show
you why!
First Friday events (Occur in downtown Kokomo
from 5:30-9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month)
Highland Park
Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center
Kokomo Jackrabbits Baseball
Kokomo Toys & Collectibles
Jamie’s Soda Fountain
ART & HISTORY ENTHUSIAST
The invention of the automobile is just one thing
that put the “City of Firsts” on the map. Check
out these places to learn more about Kokomo’s
rich heritage.
Kokomo Opalescent Glass Factory Tour
Historic Downtown Architecture Walking Tour
Elwood Haynes Museum
Kokomo Artworks Gallery
Industrial Heritage Trail
Foxes Trail Restaurant (Located in a historic
building in downtown Kokomo)
GIRLS’ WEEKEND
A little history, a little shopping, a little shopping
with history involved — Kokomo provides unique,
local sights and shops perfect for a girls’ trip.
Kokomo Downtown Farmers’ Market
Seiberling Mansion
Markland Mall
Lux Boutique
The Gingerbread House Bakery
PASTArrific (Music in the Piano Bar & Pub
Room on select weekends)
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THINGS TO DO
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
THINGS TO DO
If you’re craving some outside fun during your
visit, look no further — Kokomo provides plenty of
opportunities to get active!
Kokomo Pipeline Skate Park
Wildcat Creek Walk of Excellence
Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center
Kokomo Reservoir Park (Canoe, kayak, hike, etc.)
Golfing at a local course (See Page 20)
A. Michael’s Restaurant (Enjoy beautiful
stonework on the patio!)
TOUR DE KOKOMO
Want to experience some of Kokomo’s homegrown gems? This is your list! These “made in
Kokomo” stops will leave you in awe of our local
flavor and culture.
Kokomo Automotive Museum
Kokomo Opalescent Glass Factory Tour
The OP Shop (Hand-blown glass made in Kokomo)
J. Edwards Fine Chocolates & Gourmet Cakes
Blondies Cookies
Half Moon Restaurant & Brewery (Check out
the local hand-crafted beers)
THE WORLD TRAVELER
Welcome to town, you little trend-setter you.
We’ve got plenty of “cool” things for you to
experience here, eclectic enough for your tastes.
Kokomo Artworks Gallery
Bohemian Tattoo Club & Art Gallery
Crystal Wand Creations
Rhum Academy of Music (Live music, featured
acts on select dates)
Cook McDoogal’s Irish Pub
The Coterie (Hand-crafted cocktails and premium
craft beers)
Taku Japanese Steakhouse
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Kokomo Art Center
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Elwood Haynes Museum
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Seiberling Mansion
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Kokomo Opalescent Glass
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Auto Museum & Event Center
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Kirkendall Interpretive
Nature Center
7
Kokomo Beach
8
Skate Park
9
Soccer Field
St. Vincent Kokomo,
Community Howard
Regional Health
Urgent Care
Park
Water Park
Howard County Courthouse
Hotel/Accommodations
Shopping
Downtown Trolley Station
Multi-use Path
10 IU Kokomo Art Gallery
Bike Lane
11
Bike Route
Kokomo Artworks Gallery
12 Kokomo Visitors Bureau
13
Kokomo Municipal Stadium
Free City Line Trolley System
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Airport
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Smith Rd
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Northside Park
Apperson Way
Mehlig
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Miller-Highland Park
Main St
South Main St
Business District
Park Rd
Main St
Washington St
Ave
Cutler
Park
Markland Ave
17th St
Kokomo
High School
10
US Post
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Community
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La fou n t a in St
Webster St
Maple Crest Plaza
Kroger
Marsh Supermarket
BMV
Alto Rd
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Days Inn
Jackson Morrow Park
Alto Rd
Holiday Inn Express
Super 8
Jackson Morrow Park
Kokomo
Town Center
Boulevard
To Greentown and Fairmount
Meijer
Boulevard Crossing
Shopping Center
American Legion
Golf Course
Maple Crest
Middle School
6
Markland Mall
Showplace 12
Indiana
University
Kokomo
Lincoln Rd
22
AMC
Elwood Haynes
Museum
Darrough
Chapel Park
Walmart
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Kokomo
Opalescent Glass
Comfort
Inn
Waterworks
Park
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Berkley Rd
Central Middle
School
Trolley
Trolly 13
Station
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Kokomo
Country
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Sycamo
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Defenbaugh St Highland Park
Country Club
Hills Park
Main Library
YMCA
City
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Superior St
Markland Ave
Wildcat
Creek
Soccer
Complex
Dixon Rd
Mulberry
Foster Park
Kokomo Beach
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Howard Co. Courthouse
35
Jefferson St
Goyer Rd
Howard Co. Museum
Seiberling Mansion
Sycamore St
12
Studebaker Park
Memorial Park
Cemetary
Plate St
22
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La fou n t a in St
Jefferson St
Forest Park
Shopping Center
Washington St
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Dixon
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Pettit Park
Elementary
Washington St
Berkley Rd
North St
Ivy Tech
Community
College
Ohio St
Marsh
Supermarket
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Lafayette Park
Elementary
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Morgan St
Morgan St
K-Mart
Kroger
Koko Motel
Reed Rd
Dixon Rd
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