Episode 32: Historical gems, beautiful bike paths and incredible artwork

Every week we're bringing you more great ideas on things to see and do right here in Elkhart County, Indiana.  Today's episode, you'll learn more about the Nappanee Center from Martha Owen, Director of the Evelyn Culp Heritage Collection at the Nappanee Center located in downtown Nappanee. Martha shares fun stories about she became a fan of history as a kid and what you can expect when you arrive at the Nappanee Center. Then Brittany Short tells us more about the Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail.  Brittany co-owner of Pumpkinvine Cyclery in Middlebury and she tell us more about what led her to be one of the biggest cheerleaders for the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, a rails-to-trails biking and walking trail that covers just over 17  miles between the towns of Goshen, Middlebury, and Shipshewana. And finally, we catch up with Brian Byrn, Curator of Exhibitions & Education, at the Midwest Museum of American Art in downtown Elkhart. Brian’s charismatic personality combined with his depth of knowledge about art and iconic handlebar mustache makes the experience at the MMAA top-notch and he shares with listeners how he came to Elkhart (and never left!) along with some of his favorite pieces in the museum.