From corporate milestones to launching startups, entrepreneurial exploits to adaptive engineering, the Uplands region is full of ideas and opportunities. And while we’re transforming the very technologies that make our communities thrive, we’re also changing the world. From research centers and laboratories to workshops and incubators, these creations are Uplands Made.
Innovations in the Uplands
The Indiana Uplands region is more than just scenic hills and welcoming communities — it’s a place where big ideas thrive and innovation is part of everyday life. Anchored by world-class research institutions, growing tech hubs, and industry-leading employers, the Uplands offers a unique ecosystem where forward-thinking people and businesses are shaping the future.
WestGate@Crane Technology Park
WestGate@Crane Technology Park is a centerpiece of this innovation economy, supporting defense tech startups, semiconductor development, and applied research partnerships. Located near NSA Crane, one of the largest naval installations in the country, WestGate fosters collaboration between the public and private sectors in cutting-edge technologies.
The Mill
The Bloomington Trades District — a certified tech park in the heart of downtown — is home to The Mill, the region’s largest coworking space and a launchpad for high-potential startups, remote workers, accelerator programs, and venture-backed entrepreneurs.
Indiana University
Indiana University Bloomington (IU), the state’s flagship university, is globally recognized for its key research in areas such as artificial intelligence, national security, neuroscience, health and social sciences, and environmental sustainability.
If you’re looking for a region where innovation is backed by action — where access, collaboration, and possibility come standard — the Indiana Uplands is ready to support your next big move. This is a community that invests in the future, embraces bold thinking, and welcomes those ready to build something extraordinary.