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Bailly Homestead Offers Thursday Walkthrough

Thursday, July 30, 2026 · Porter, IN

Indiana Dunes National Park is scheduled to offer Crossroads in the Wilderness: A Homestead Walkthrough on Thursday, July 30, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Bailly Homestead in Porter. The program includes viewing historic cabins and learning about early settlers in the area. The Bailly house is closed for restoration, while the surrounding historic site remains part of the scheduled program. National park pass requirements apply to park programming.

This local community update for Porter, IN is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026 and is presented by Sue Puplava. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Porter, IN area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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