'''Westfield''' [http://www.westfield.in.gov] is a town and a northern suburb of Indianapolis in the Nine-County Region of Indiana.

Get in

While you can get close by plane, a car is a necessity to reach Westfield. There is no bus or train accessiblity to Westfield, however, since it is close to Indianapolis you can see arrival options there too.

By car

Westfield is located east of Highway 31, which becomes Meridian Street in Indianapolis. It also is accessible by east/west Highway 32.

By plane

In addition to the '''Col. Weir Cook Indianapolis International Airport''' [http://www.indianapolisairport.com/], located off of I-70 in Indianapolis, smaller planes can schedule a landing at one of two airports in Hamilton County and nearby Boone County, located just west of Hamilton County. Both offer aircraft charter, sales, rental, catering, flight school and more.

  • '''Metropolitan Airport''' 10401 Willow View Rd., Fishers. ''+1 317'' 849-0840. [http://www.indianapolisaviation.com]
  • '''Indianapolis Executive Airport''' 11329 East SR 32, Zionsville. ''+1 317'' 769-3288. [http://www.indyexecairport.com] This airport also is home to a Hamilton County Welcome Center, open 6 to 8 p.m. daily.
  • Get around

    Car

    General speed is between 55-70 on interstates and highways, and generally 35 on other roads unless otherwise posted.

    See

    Museums

  • '''Westfield-Washington Historical Society Museum''' [http://www.rootsweb.com/~inwwhs/] 145 S. Union St. ''+1 317'' 804-5365 Just opened in 2008, this small museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Westfield.
  • Landmarks and Arts

  • '''Actors Theatre of Indiana''' [http://www.actorstheatreofindiana.org] ''+1 317'' 669-7983 Stages a four-show season of community theater each year.
  • '''Gallery One 36 Fine Art Gallery & Studio''' [http://www.galleryone36.com] 136 E. Main St. ''+1 317'' 867-4139 Fine arts gallery open Thursdays and Fridays and by appointment, showcasing local 2D and 3D artists as well as jewelry.
  • '''Downtown Westfield''' Many charming buildings have been renovated in the downtown area and host retail businesses, including a restaurant, pharmacy, flower & gift shop, village pizza parlor and ice creamery, quilting shop, and gift & garden shop. Known for its Quaker heritage and role in the Underground Railroad, Westfield is a great town for walking tours. The Westfield Washington Historical Society can provide background information on tours. Call them at ''+1 317'' 804-5365.
  • Do

    Festivals

  • ''September'' '''NUMA Arts and Cultural Festival''' The festival, which is organized by the Westfield Neighborhood Association, showcases local artists AND a national chili cook-off competition. A car show and interactive arts area were included in 2008.
  • Outdoors

    [http://www.westfield.in.gov/parks]

  • '''Asa Bales Park''' Hoover Street and US 32. Names after the man credited for naming Westfield. The park includes a skate park, two pavilions, a walking trail and playground.
  • '''Chauncey Allen Park''' Smith Avenue near the State Veteran_fs pool, 10 acre park and gardens.
  • '''Monon Trail''' The rail trail extension from Indianapolis in Westfield is being completed in phases, with the first mile completed in 2008.
  • '''Quaker Park''' 17501 Dartown Rd. Splash park, playground and picnic areas.
  • '''Westfield Skateboard Facility at Amelia Park''' South Middle School off S. Broad St.
  • Haunted

  • '''Unseenpress.com''' [http://www.unseenpress.com] Michael and Nicole Kobrowski have been involved in the paranormal movement since they were both young. Since moving to Westfield, they have researched paranormal activity in the area and offer ghost walks and bus tours across central Indiana. Depending on what your beliefs are about ghosts, these tours can be spooky or merely historical, but they are always fun.
  • Learn More

  • '''Westfield-Washington Chamber of Commerce''' [http://www.westfield-chamber.org] 322 W. Main St. ''+1 317'' 867-8066. Can provide information about area businesses and upcoming events. The Chamber of Commerce also is home to a Visitor Information Welcome Center, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays.
  • '''Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau''' [http://www.hamiltoncountytowns.com] 37 East Main Street, Carmel ''+1 800'' 776-8687. Not-for-profit tourism organization that promotes and encourages the development of Hamilton County tourism, conventions, festivals and other special events. Staff are very helpful and welcome visitors who need information. Visit HamiltonCountyTowns.com for a full event calendar and interactive map of destinations, golfing, restaurants, shopping and places to stay.
  • Buy

  • '''Stitches & Scones''' [http://www.stitchesnscones.com] 120 N. Union St. ''+1 317'' 896-4411. Voted Indiana_fs best craft store, this store has all your supplies for knitting, crochet, needlepoint, spinning and weaving. The staff here are excellent. They all have years of experience but are patient with newbies. Mollie, the owner, recently opened Crafty Capers in the building next door to encourage fiber arts projects with younger sewers and kids. They also offer free baked scones as long as they last each morning!
  • Eat

    Moderate

  • '''Kelties''' [http://www.kelties.com] 110 Union St. ''+1 317'' 867-3525 This is a quaint, lovely little restaurant in the heart of Westfield. In addition to some stick-to-your-ribs Midwest food like her beggar_fs purse, Keltie offers straightforward but good beef, pork and chicken dishes. Open for lunch and dinner. Kelties is also known for its etiquette classes ? good manners for kids and adults.
  • Cheap

  • '''Big Hoffa_fs Smokehouse BBQ''' [http://www.bighoffas.com] 800 E. Main St. ''+1 317'' 867-0077 Open Tuesdays through Sundays, call for hours. The restaurant offers BBQ in a bunch of varieties, at a great price ($4.95 for a quarter rack of pork ribs, less for a home smoked pulled pork sandwich) The real treat is Adam_fs (aka Big Hoffa) beef jerky. In addition to the standard beef jerky flavor, he also smokes a teriyaki version.
  • Drink

    Sleep

  • '''Best Western Westfield Inn''' [http://www.bestwestern.com] 17650 U.S. Highway 31 ''+1 317'' 867-5678 Complimentary breakfast, pool, exercise room, high speed internet.
  • Contact

    For more information about Westfield, contact the Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau at ''+1 800'' 776-8687 or visit HamiltonCountyTowns.com for a full event calendar and interactive map of destinations, golfing, restaurants, shopping and places to stay.

    Get out