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Start your day at the Brauer Museum of Art, located on the Valparaiso University campus. The museum features a collection of American art from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as rotating exhibitions.

After the museum, head to downtown Valparaiso for lunch at the popular Tomato Bar. This pizzeria offers unique toppings like mac and cheese and pulled pork, as well as classic options.

Spend your evening at the Memorial Opera House, a historic theater that hosts plays, concerts, and other performances. Check their schedule for upcoming shows.

Take a scenic drive to the Indiana Dunes National Park, located just a short distance from Valparaiso. Spend the morning hiking the trails and enjoying the beautiful views of Lake Michigan.

After a morning spent in nature, head to downtown Valparaiso for lunch at Pikk's Tavern. This cozy pub offers classic American fare and a variety of beers on tap.

Spend your evening at the Porter County Fairgrounds, which hosts various events throughout the year including concerts, festivals, and rodeos. Check their schedule to see what's happening during your visit.

Start your day at the Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, a beautiful 300-acre nature preserve that features hiking trails, gardens, and a railway garden. Take a guided tour to learn about the different plant species and the history of the arboretum.

After the arboretum, head to downtown Valparaiso for lunch at Ricochet Tacos. This creative taco shop offers unique fillings like Korean beef and falafel, as well as classic options.

Spend your evening at Central Park Plaza, a community gathering space that hosts various events throughout the year including concerts, outdoor movies, and farmers markets. Check their schedule to see what's happening during your visit.

Start your day at the Taltree Railway Garden, a miniature garden that features model trains traveling throughout various landscapes. Take a guided tour to learn about the history of trains and the different plants used in the garden.

After the railway garden, head to downtown Valparaiso for lunch at Valpo Viennas. This hot dog joint offers classic Chicago-style hot dogs as well as unique toppings like mac and cheese and pulled pork.

Spend your evening at Front Porch Music, a local music store that hosts intimate concerts featuring local and national musicians. Check their schedule for upcoming shows.