The school is well-connected to US 41 and Interstate 70 if you are driving. The closest airport is Indianapolis International Airport, about an hour's drive from Terre Haute.
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Martin donated thousands of photographic prints and negatives to Indiana State University in 1976. The pictures document social activities, personalities, the architecture and history and heritage of the institution and the surrounding community since the 1920s. Other popular cultural institutions with exciting collections include Clabber Girl Museum and the Swope Art Museum.
The Putman County Fairgrounds and the Wabash Valley Fairgrounds host events including galas, food festivals, and theatrical and musical shows. The Elks Country Club also hosts hole in one golf events from time to time.
Visit Sullivan City Park to stroll and relax. You can try fishing, hunting, swimming, boating, camping, and hiking at Lieber State Park, about a 40-minute drive away. Artistically minded individuals can patronize the Community Theatre of Terre Haute or the Crossroads Arena. The Honey Creek Mall is ideal if you need to shop or grab a bite.