NEIGHBORING TOWNS IN MONROE COUNTY

COWORKING & REMOTE WORK

In the rising age of remote work and virtual meetings, communal work areas

are needed more than ever. Coworking spaces allow full-time remote employees and freelancers to get out of their homes for a change of scenery and a more productive environment, and they also allow travelers the opportunity to experience a destination without having to compromise their work schedule and responsibilities. As a city that values being on the cutting-edge of societal advancements, Bloomington offers a variety of remote work spaces for those at the digital forefront.

THE MILL

642 N. Madison St.; 812-250-9714; dimensionmill.org The Mill is Bloomington’s sole official coworking space, located downtown in a beautifully restored early 1900s factory. The facility offers 19,000 square-feet of space for startups, small businesses, independent freelancers, and remote workers. Amenities include free WiFi, free printing, free Hopscotch Coffee, a library of tech gear, lockers, permanent desk spaces, and private office spaces. The Mill offers day passes, as well as a variety of membership plans to choose from based on your specific needs.

INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION

900 E. 7th St.; 812-856-6381; imu.indiana.edu As Indiana University’s student union, the Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is predominantly used by professors, visiting faculty, and—you guessed it—students. But even those without a relation to the university will find the IMU a great coworking and remote work space. The building features several lounges and café areas, two favorites being the South Lounge and the in-house Starbucks, complete with seating, tables, free guest WiFi, easily-accessible power outlets, several additional dining options, wheelchair-accessible restrooms, and more.

GRADUATE BLOOMINGTON HOTEL

210 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-994-0500; graduatebloomington.com For those looking for a more casual work space, consider the Graduate Bloomington Hotel. Home to Poindexter Coffee and a large lounge area with plenty of seating, the hotel welcomes day guests in need of a work-friendly environment. Amenities include free WiFi, a café with an assortment of healthy food & drink options, tables that can accommodate groups of people, and readily-available power outlets.

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