Roadside Attractions in Jasper
1 place worth pulling over for in Jasper, Indiana, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Planning the stop
It's free to visit. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
Also worth a stop in Indiana
World's Largest Ball of Paint
Alexandria, Indiana
This colorful sphere started in 1977 with a single baseball and now boasts over 42,000 layers of paint. Visitors can schedule an appointment to brush on their own layer and receive an official certificate. It is a wonderfully quirky monument to collaborative art.
Broad Ripple Murals
Indianapolis, Indiana
Stretched across the vibrant Broad Ripple neighborhood, this colorful collection of public art turns brick walls, alleyways, and canal underpasses into an open-air gallery. From massive nature-inspired scenes along the Monon Trail to whimsical local tributes on neighborhood businesses, these murals showcase the creative energy of Indianapolis's premier arts district. It is a perfect, self-guided scavenger hunt for art lovers looking to explore the neighborhood's unique nooks and crannies on foot.
Fortville Pink Elephant
Fortville, Indiana
This giant, bespectacled pink elephant has been welcoming travelers to Fortville since the 1970s. Located outside a local liquor store, the beloved statue frequently wears seasonal outfits and even blows bubbles. It is a quintessential piece of retro Hoosier roadside kitsch.