Munster

Located just south of Hammond, Munster is a town of approximately 24,000 residents that boasts a number of amenities and a growing business community. 

The area’s parks and recreation department manages 345 acres, which is made up of 25 parks, 20 playgrounds, several miles of trails, a 9-hole golf course, a community pool, and athletic facilities. Centennial Park is among the community’s latest additions, with features including a restaurant with outdoor seating, an entertainment stage, gardens, a three-acre dog park, fishing areas, and open green space.

The town has plenty of local attractions including the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, which is surrounded by gorgeous gardens and the scenic Bieker Woods. Meanwhile, Theatre at the Center puts on year-round performances of musicals, plays, and comedies. The center also runs South Shore Arts and offers programming, a gallery, and classes on site.

Situated near several major highways, airports, and rail lines, and just 26 miles from downtown Chicago, Munster is a desirable place to live, work, and play.