Hidden Treasures in the Fort Ben Area: Let's Get Salty

Hey friends it's Indiana Joni with a day trip adventure in the beautiful Fort Ben area of Indianapolis! "Fort Ben" is an historic district and surrounding community in Lawrence, Indiana, that grew around the former Fort Benjamin Harrison military post. The area blends its historical military past with modern amenities and recreational opportunities. I think it's the perfect outing for a girls trip, family trip, or even a picnic in the park for a date.

Hidden treasures surrounding Fort Ben include The Indianapolis Salt Cave, a tranquil Halotherapy center located in a historic firehouse. If the great outdoors and nature are your thing, you should explore the extensive trails and natural beauty of Fort Harrison State Park. Other unique spots include the Theater at the Fort for community spirit, live theater productions or a movie!

When I'm looking for some healthy relaxation that won't break the break I like to visit the Indianapolis Salt Cave. I've gone with a group of friends, for birthday celebrations, and even solo just to turn off, relax, and transform my mental and physical health!

The Indianapolis Salt Cave, located in a historic firehouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a Halotherapy Wellness Center and Holistic Spa offering various types of salt therapies and holistic treatments. Open since March of 2018, this facility is a unique spa experience. They provide a variety of treatments that incorporate Halotherapy; an alternative medicine that makes use of Pink Salt. Pink Salt offers relief from diverse skin, body, and respiratory disorders and diseases. Personally, I suffer from a lot of headaches due to sinus and I found my treatment amazing as well as relaxing!

Another treatment I enjoy is the Fire and Ice Treatment!  This 1 hour session gives you the opportunity for a Broad Spectrum Infrared Sauna treatment with Red Light Therapy as well as a Cold Plunge. Spend the hour going between the two treatments multiple times if you’d like. Have the hour to yourself or bring friends with you to experience the session together. The room can hold up to 5 people at one time.

For more information and to book an appointment visit: https://indysaltcave.com/

Enjoy: A 1,700-acre park with hiking and jogging trails, fishing, a golf course, and a sledding hill.

History: The former Citizen's Military Training Camp is preserved around the park office in what was once known as Camp Glenn.

Community: The Fort Golf Resort: All programs are provided at no cost to all participating Veterans. PGA HOPE has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which enables direct referrals to the PGA HOPE program as a form of therapy.

Discover: For hours, activities, seasonal activities visit: https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/fort-harrison-state-park/

History: Built in 1929, it was the Post Theatre for Fort Benjamin Harrison. It is the only remaining historic building on the fort still in use for its original purpose.

Features: It is a 200-seat theater with a proscenium stage, wood flooring, and new lighting and sound equipment. Renovations have also added capabilities for film screenings and include rehearsal and classroom spaces. 

Events: The theater hosts a variety of programs, including performances from local groups, art classes, and other community events.

For live performances and movies visit: https://www.artsforlawrence.org/tickets

Some of these hidden treasures may seem off the beaten path but they are totally worth the visit! Make sure you follow me for more Day Trip Adventure ideas and itineraries here and my social media sites. (include those) And check out the Deals and Discounts page of my website for some great Pop Up deals to area attractions, events, and eats and treats!

"Have an adventurous Day"!

- Indiana Joni