Even though Fairmount, Indiana is a small community, you could easily spend several days honoring local celebrities, uncovering Hollywood lore and experiencing the fabulous 50s. Nostalgia is everywhere in this idyllic town. We invite you to explore the charming streets, relive classic moments and immerse yourself in our cool small-town vibe. Classic and Cool Celebrities […]
James Dean Festival
Sponsored by the Fairmount Historical Museum annually, this event includes a huge car show featuring 50’s classic and custom autos. Parade of Neon, special guests, swap meet, and plenty of 50’s entertainment! James Dean look-alike contest, dance contest, carnival rides and lots of fun along Main Street in the heart of James Dean’s hometown of
The Fairmount Lions Club will be Hosting the 20th Annual Pre-James Dean Run Car Show on Thursday, September 21, 2023. This Show will be Downtown Fairmount, Indiana. $10.00 to Register Car for Show, or Park on Main Street.
Grant County is home to several classic and cool events. With warm weather upon us, you won’t want to miss all the fairs and festivals planned during the upcoming months. From the Grant County Fair in June to Walkway of Lights during the chilly holiday months, we have collected them all here so you can
Sponsored by the Fairmount Historical Museum annually, this event includes a huge car show featuring 50’s classic and custom autos. Parade of Neon, special guests, swap meet, and plenty of 50’s entertainment! James Dean look-alike contest, dance contest, carnival rides and lots of fun along Main Street in the heart of James Dean’s hometown of
The James Dean Gallery features a collection of Dean portraits and rare memorabilia, including hometown artifacts, collectibles, magazines and more. Visitors from around the globe visit the Gallery to pay homage to 50’s film icon James Dean. Don’t forget to stop in and browse at the Rebel Rebel gift shop for one of a kind
The James Dean Museum was updated in 2024 thanks to James Dean’s cousin, Marcus Winslow Jr., who generously gave the museum the rest of his incredible James Dean collection to display. The museum now houses Jimmy’s motorcycles, car, the Winslow farm tractor and a plethora of James Dean’s belongings that have never before been on
Open year round. Thirteen acre park offers a shelter house, playground, picnic shelters, picnic tables, grills, a lighted basketball court, baseball diamonds and a tennis court. Home of the James Dean Run classic and custom car show each September. Playacres Park features a 2,000 sq. ft. community building
