A great site for local businesses is http://www.valparaiso.com/

Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Site

On Valparaiso's City Website they've done a great job of showcasing photos from "then" and "now"

Try the City of Valparaiso History Site all created by city employees.

The Historic Preservation Commission was created by the City Council in 2000 after several community leaders spoke of concerns for preservation of Valparaiso's historic structures. The Commission has since established procedures for creating a local historic district, created a brochure to guide the process, and conducted several successful walking tours.

Historic preservation helps to protect historic homes, commercial buildings, and entire districts hroughout the community which give that sense of connection to the community's past. The preservation of historic structures and sites creates an unique environment and feel to the community and helps to strengthen the local economy by promoting tourism and encouraging investment