Gary Audio Tour: Tales of Terraces, Steel & Sacred Spaces

Above photo: Nyttend, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Smoke once curled from Gary’s steel mills as gospel choirs soared from cathedral walls—echoes still ripple under empty windows and neon-dim halls.

Start this self-guided audio tour through the city’s heart and out to its hidden edges. Discover stories and secrets baked into every brick, the kind that most visitors never hear.

Who sparked the political uprising that shattered city hall’s silence? What shadow lingers in the ruins of City Methodist Church and whispers among stained glass? Why did scandal erupt at a stage where jazz legends once played to packed crowds?

Stride through haunting sanctuaries and behind-the-scenes corridors. Stand where power once clashed and parades brought hope. See Gary as a tapestry of ambition, faith, and defiance with every step pounding over both memory and possibility.

The story of Gary waits behind old walls. Press play and uncover what the steel city hides.

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• Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.5 km (2.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Adam Benjamin Metro Center, only a 2 minute walk from Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Genesis Convention Center, Thea Bowman Leadership Academy, Adam Benjamin Metro Center
  

Experience the charm of Gary like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Gary's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Gary on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🚇  Adam Benjamin Metro Center (4min)
• ⛪  Genesis Convention Center (3min)
• ⛪  City Methodist Church (4min)
• ⛰️  Knights of Columbus Building (Gary, Indiana) (2min)
• 🏛️  Jackson–Monroe Terraces Historic District (4min)
• 🏛️  Monroe Terrace Historic District (2min)
• 🎨  American Sheet and Tin Mill Apartment Building (4min)
• 🏛️  Van Buren Terrace Historic District (4min)
• 🏛️  Polk Street Terraces Historic District (2min)
• 🏛️  Polk Street Concrete Cottage Historic District (2min)
• 🏠  Wilbur Wynant House (3min)
• 🎓  Thea Bowman Leadership Academy (4min)
• ⛪  Cathedral of the Holy Angels (Gary, Indiana) (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Daniel X. O'Neil, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Nyttend, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Paul Sableman, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Adam Moss, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Fox69, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

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🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
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