New Castle
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New Castle
“Basketball Capital of Indiana”
Small-town heart, Hoosier pride.
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Welcome to New Castle, where basketball is a way of life and the lake is just a short drive away. Whether you're here for the Hoosier history or the small-town charm, you'll feel at home in no time.
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The room
One room for everyone around New Castle. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around New Castle. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- New Castle Fieldhouse One of the largest high school gyms in the world, seating about 9,000.
- Hoosier Gym Famous from the movie 'Hoosiers', located in Knightstown.
- Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Dedicated to the history of Indiana basketball.
- Summit Lake State Park Lake with fishing, hiking, and camping.
- Wilbur Wright Fish and Wildlife Area Large public area for hunting, fishing, and birdwatching.
- Henry County Courthouse Historic courthouse in downtown New Castle.
- Outdoors Hike the trails at Summit Lake State Park
- Outdoors Fish for bass at Summit Lake
- With kids Visit the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame
- With kids Watch a game at the Fieldhouse
- Evenings Catch a concert at the fairgrounds
- Evenings Enjoy a drink at a local sports bar
- Locals love High school basketball games
- Locals love Antique shops
Through the year
- Henry County Fair July Classic county fair with livestock, rides, and food.
- Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Spring Annual ceremony honoring Indiana basketball legends.
- Hoosier Gym Classic Fall Basketball tournament held at the historic Hoosier Gym.
- New Castle Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through downtown New Castle.
Four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are ideal for outdoor activities.
Talk like a local
- “The Fieldhouse”
- The New Castle High School gymnasium.
- “The Hoosier Gym”
- The historic gym in Knightstown.
- “The Lake”
- Summit Lake.
- “Downstate”
- Indianapolis or anywhere south of here.
Getaways
- Muncie Home to Ball State University and the Minnetrista cultural center.
- Indianapolis Big-city attractions, museums, and sports.
- Richmond Historic downtown and the Whitewater Valley.
- Connersville Small-town charm and the Whitewater River.
Local flavour
Rooting for Indianapolis Colts (NFL), Indiana Pacers (NBA), Indianapolis Indians (MiLB), Indiana Fever (WNBA), Butler Bulldogs (NCAA D1)
Eat and drink
- Breaded pork tenderloin sandwich A Hoosier staple, often found in local diners and drive-ins.
- Sugar cream pie Indiana's state pie, a simple custard pie popular at county fairs and bakeries.
- Persimmon pudding A Hoosier dessert made from wild persimmons.
- Beef and noodles Hearty comfort food served at local gatherings.
- Indiana popcorn Locally grown and popped, a state staple.
Where people go
- Historic basketball gyms The Hoosier Gym and other old gymnasiums that host tournaments and evoke the spirit of 'Hoosiers'.
- County fairgrounds The Henry County Fairgrounds host 4-H shows, tractor pulls, and community events.
- Small-town main streets Quaint downtowns with independent shops and diners, typical of East Central Indiana.
Heritage and traditions
New Castle and Henry County are proud of their deep basketball roots, from the largest high school gymnasium in the world to the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, and their small-town community spirit with a strong Quaker heritage.
Say it like a local: “Hoosier” — someone from Indiana
Landmarks with a story
- Wilbur Wright Birthplace A marker in Millville commemorates the birthplace of aviation pioneer Wilbur Wright.
- Henry County Historical Society Museum Local history museum in New Castle showcasing the area's past.
- Spiceland Friends Church A Quaker meetinghouse in Spiceland dating to the 19th century.
A little history
- 1822 New Castle founded as county seat
- 1830s Quaker settlers establish community in Spiceland
- 1867 Wilbur Wright born in Millville
- 1920s Basketball becomes a community passion, leading to construction of the New Castle Fieldhouse
- Game day Friday night basketball games
- Game day Hoosier Hysteria
- Outdoors Morel mushroom hunting
- Outdoors Ice fishing on Summit Lake
Residents speak with a Midland American accent typical of Indiana. Common terms include 'pop' for soda, 'Hoosier' for a state resident, and 'crick' for creek.
Only here
- Home of the world's largest high school gymnasium, the New Castle Fieldhouse.
- Birthplace of Wilbur Wright, with a marker in Millville.
- The Hoosier Gym in Knightstown was used in the movie 'Hoosiers'.
- Known as the 'Basketball Capital of Indiana'.
New here? A few tips
- Don't miss a game at the New Castle Fieldhouse – it's a community experience.
- Try a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich – it's a Hoosier classic.
- The Cardinal Greenway is great for biking and walking.
- Summit Lake is the place to swim in summer.
- Be ready for cold winters and hot summers.
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New Castle, IN. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.