About Bloomington

National news about Bloomington and many other reasons why Bloomington is a great place to call home.

Brief history of the city prepared by the Monroe County History Center

The City works to protect the rights of all its residents through commissions staffed by local citizens, City employees dedicated to the task and public policies geared toward accessibility and inclusion.

Arts are an important part of the culture and economy of Bloomington.

Visit Bloomington delivers information on events, attractions, and accommodations to future visitors, positively impacting the local economy and culture through tourism development.

The city's Parks and Recreation Department manages more than 2,200 acres of parks and trails, and plans programs and events that keep Bloomington a healthy, active community.

Topical tours of historic places in Bloomington

All the information you need concerning streets, parking, public transportation, biking, walking trails, sidewalks, and more!

Find a locally grown array of farm products every Saturday morning, April through November and every Tuesday afternoon, June through September.

The IU Visitor Information Center offers Sunday tours, group tours, and a self-guided tour for visitors of all ages.

New to town? Welcome to Bloomington! We'd like to share the various programs, services, codes, and ordinances for Bloomington residents.

City of Bloomington has implemented protocols to maintain continuity of City government services to support the community’s well-being and protect residents’ and employees’ health during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

Access all city-managed permits

Election and voter information.

People are Bloomington's most important assets. Find ways to connect to your community through service and civic engagement here. The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network is your one stop to engaging with your community.

MCCSC provides primary, secondary and adult educational services to nearly 11,000 students from diverse populations in 23 schools.

The Library offers opportunities to read, learn, connect, and create, providing a variety of services at no charge. Anyone is welcome to visit to browse materials, use public computers, attend free programs, and enjoy our spaces. A free library card is available to Monroe County residents.

Learn about public space landscaping services, sponsoring trees and memorial trees.

More about sustainability and climate action in Bloomington.

The Parking Services division offers all types of parking access from neighborhood residential parking to downtown garage parking in city-owned garages or using pay by phone parking or meters.

Relevant to students, primarily links to housing and other information.

Includes information about neighborhood associations & grants.

Staff provide neighborhood associations with tools and resources for planning and development that reflect their individual needs and to facilitate communication between neighborhoods and City Departments.

Resources about housing in Bloomington

Information about curbside collection of trash, recycling, and yard waste to single-family residences that are within the city limits.

The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States and takes place every 10 years.

Learn about more opportunities for business owners. See what business licenses Bloomington has as well as business incentives.

Learn about Bloomington - the strengths of our location, competitive advantages, and quality of life.

Learn about the City of Bloomington's long-standing commitment to sustainability.

Current Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQu), or Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and/or Invitation to Bidders.

Bloomington is a hub of talent and imagination. Our residents are coming up with great ideas and turning them into wonderful somethings right here. Here are just a few of Bloomington's doers, dreamers, and entrepreneurs.