

Small downtown plaza honoring native son John Mellencamp — public art, a statue/mural, brick paving and surrounding historic storefronts create compact compositions. Best photographed at golden hour and blue hour when warm light hits facades and plaza lights come on. Easily accessible on foot from nearby parking along W 2nd St; no entry fee. Weekday mornings are quieter; festivals and concerts bring lively, candid street scenes.


Small downtown plaza honoring native son John Mellencamp — public art, a statue/mural, brick paving and surrounding historic storefronts create compact compositions. Best photographed at golden hour and blue hour when warm light hits facades and plaza lights come on. Easily accessible on foot from nearby parking along W 2nd St; no entry fee. Weekday mornings are quieter; festivals and concerts bring lively, candid street scenes.