Things to See

Sightseeing

Purdue Campus

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Touring production of Chicago at Elliot Hall of Music which is modeled on the inside like Radio City Music Hall.   

Purdue Walking Tour around the historic campus.

Architecture

Historic Homes of West Lafayette, Lafayette-West Lafayette is home to many different historic homes. If you are looking for a day filled with history, architecture, and an appreciation for artifacts unique to the Lafayette-West Lafayette area, then we have some recommendations for you. Please see website for a breakdown of three of those homes including the Haan Museum, Frank Lloyd Wright, Samara House, and The Farm at Prophetstown.

Outdoors and Nature Preserves

Happy Hollow Park, which is a ten minute walk from Purdue Armstrong building. 222 N Chauncey Ave, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Happy Hollow Park is approximately 81 acres in size with 1 mile of paved Trolley Line Trail (hiking) and approximately 1 mile of Footpaths.

Celery Bog Nature Park, which is a five minute drive from Purdue West Lafayette campus. 1620 Lindberg Road, West Lafayette, IN 47906.  The Celery Bog Nature Area is a tranquil spot for wildlife and people alike. You'll find some unusual plants and the opportunity to view nearly 120 different species of birds. Rabbits, coyotes, opossums and other small mammals dwell there, as well as many amphibious creatures-all attracted to its rich and unique wetland habitat.