Lake John Hay Lake is a 210-acre surface area impoundment located, in the Rush Creek Valley, 6 miles northwest of Salem. The lake offers tournament fishing or just a day of leisurely angling. This primitive area is also great for observing birds and animals in their natural habitat. Lake access includes one boat ramp. A City of Salem boat launch permit is effective for one (1) calendar year, January 1 to December 31. The permits are issued at Salem’s Clerk-Treasurer’s office and the Salem Police Department office. The launch permit is good for both Lake Salinda and Lake John Hay. A valid Indiana fishing license is also required. Please Note: The ...

Lake Salinda is an 88 acre surface lake, owned by the City of Salem, located 2 miles south of Salem on S.R. 135. Salinda was once the primary drinking water source for Salem residents and is now the back-up source. Lake Salinda offers tournament fishing and serves as a popular fishing spot for area anglers. Lake access includes one boat ramp. A City of Salem boat launch permit is effective for one (1) calendar year, January 1 to December 31. The permits are issued at Salem’s Clerk-Treasurer’s office and the Salem Police Department office. The launch permit is good for both Lake Salinda and John Hay Lake. A valid Indiana fishing license is also requ ...

The Lanning House was built in 1867, by a returning Civil War soldier, Azariah Lanning, who became a dentist in Salem. The residence was constructed of locally made brick from the Shrum yard. Its colonial revival front porch was a later addition. This early home was converted to a bed and breakfast close to the John Hay Center and has been sensitively restored.

Lee W. Sinclair, principal among the leading citizens of his time, was a Washington County businessman and banker. Sinclair's fascination for the French Lick, West Baden area of Orange County inspired the creation of a grand resort. Taking advantage of the recently connected rail lines, Sinclair bought controlling interest in the West Baden Spring Hotel in 1888. A devastating fire in 1901, allowed him to rebuild the Hotel in its current configuration. Architect, Harrison Albright and engineer Moses Shrum collaborated in it construction. This striking and monumental structure is considered one of the most important historic buildings in Indiana, ...

This limestone medallion which was once affixed to the parapet of the Bank of Salem and now rests in the garden of the Hay Center. The head of the young girl depicted in the relief carving, is said to be a portrait of Lee W. Sinclair's only daughter Lillian. The work was commissioned by him in Italy.

Locally owned and operated by Rick & Rita Lincks since 2006. They offer something for everyone!

Lisa's Farmhouse Market is a bakery, a farm market, a meat market, a gift shop, and a restaurant! Lisa's Farmhouse Market offers a year-round farmer’s market that offers more than just produce and breads. The market offers herbs and spices to season about anything you can cook up at home. Other local items for sale include: beef, pork, eggs, cheese, sorghum, honey, Amish butter, jams, jellies, pie fillings and maple syrup year-round.

Great food at a great price. Largest Ice Cream cones in Southern Indiana! Open Thru October Hours: Monday to Thursday 11:00am to 7:00pm; Friday & Saturday 11:00am to 8:00pm; Sunday 12 Noon to 7:00pm.

LM Sugarbush, LLC is a 140 acre family farm located in Salem. It was established in 1981 as Leane and Michael’s Sugarbush. The family owned operation is the annual host to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival. However, Maple Syrup is available year round and the farm is open (by appointment only) during the year.

Jonathon Lyon, one of the earliest citizens of Salem, purchased town lots on the west side of the square during the first sale of city land. The first brick commercial structure to occupy this site was built in 1824. After accumulating several more lots in the same block face, Jonathon's son, Dawson, was able to combine them to enable construction of a three story, seven unit attached commercial building. These buildings burned in August of 1874, and were rebuilt immediately after using bricks from the local Shrum brick yard. A stone retaining wall was constructed around three sides of the Lyon Block two years later. It remains with some altera ...