What Makes Us Go
Montgomery County, Indiana invites you to slow your pace and explore a vibrant community filled with parks, museums, events, and scenic outdoor spaces. Here, every experience feels personal, offering authentic moments for visitors and families alike.
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Towns That Make Montgomery County
We wouldn’t be Montgomery County without our unique communities. Learn more about the unique experiences each of our towns has to offer.
Crawfordsville
Discover Indiana’s “Athens of Indiana,” where one-of-a-kind museums, historic architecture, and adventures on scenic Sugar Creek create an unforgettable small-city escape.
Darlington
Enjoy a laid-back day in Darlington with historic charm, weekly small-town events, and family-friendly parks perfect for relaxing and reconnecting.
Ladoga
Visit Ladoga for its beloved summer Fish Fry and Festival and a touch of Civil War history at the Ladoga Cemetery.
Linden
Train enthusiasts love Linden’s historic Depot Museum and classic Carnegie library, a small town packed with railroad nostalgia.
New Market
Experience New Market’s hometown spirit at the annual Summer Celebration in this quaint community gathering spot.
New Richmond
Step into “Hoosiers” country in New Richmond, where the town’s movie history and annual July 4th fireworks celebration bring the classic basketball story to life.
New Ross
Stop in New Ross, a tiny town on historic U.S. 136, for a quiet slice of rural Indiana on the road between Crawfordsville and Indianapolis.
Waveland
Head to Waveland to paddle Sugar Creek, camp under the stars, and explore Shades State Park with outfitters like Clements Canoes.
Waynetown
Celebrate all year in Waynetown, home to Montgomery County’s longest-running festival, the Waynetown Fish Fry, plus a full lineup of small-town street fests and holiday events.
Wingate
Discover Wingate, a crossroads town in northwest Montgomery County that makes a peaceful base for exploring nearby countryside and outdoor adventures.
Our Team
Heather Shirk
Executive Director
Stephanie Timmons
Associate Director
Board of Directors
Darren Haas
President
Brian Saunders
Vice President
Bobby Horton
Treasurer
Sarah Sommer
Secretary
Hannah Yund
Katina Curran
Jacob Szumski
Holly Shaver
Kim Yager
Isaac Passwater
Larry Paarlberg
JEFF GREEN
Strategic Goals
Driven by our mission, four long-term goals have been identified for the Montgomery County Visitors & Convention Bureau.
Destination Marketing & Sales
To increase regional and out-of-state destination awareness through appropriate brand positioning and a proactive marketing/promotional program.
Destination development
To encourage and support engaged outdoor recreation, agritourism, event development and retail shopping tourism in Montgomery County.
VCB Advocacy & community relations
To improve stakeholder communications with emphasis on the value of tourism and the role of the MCVCB.
VCB Finance & Administration
To operate as a fiscally responsible organization through leveraged marketing partnerships and a productive leadership team.
Learn All About Montgomery County, Indiana CVB
The Montgomery County Visitors & Convention Bureau was formed in 1987, is a 501 (c) 6 not-for-profit, and is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Montgomery County with an independent nine person Board of Directors. It reports all approved plans and budgets with related activities to a Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Commission whose members are appointed by the County and the City of Crawfordsville.
