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East entrance to Crown Hill designed by beloved Indianapolis architect, Adolph Scherrer Yes, that’s right, folks. Connections abound here, and what fun it is to figure them all out. Take a close look at the...

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The Indiana War Memorial is one of the crown jewels of Indianapolis, but much like the soldiers it stands for, it came at a heavy cost–in this case, to the city’s history and architecture. Some... Read More

Feb 20, 2019 · Indianapolis may not claim Madam Walker as a born-and bread Hoosier. But her chapter in Indiana’s capital city was a pivotal one, that changed her adopted city and herself for the better. She is often touted as the country’s first self-made black female millionaire, though according to the definitive website about her life, Madam CJ Walker ...

May 1, 2019 · When the Pembroke Arcade finally made its public debut, in November 1895, one article compared it to some of the most remarkable architecture in the world: “It is a beautiful building and will be one of the attractions of the city. In this new enterprise, Indianapolis takes rank with some of the leading cities of the world.

Feb 9, 2016 · A friend of mine, a retired Indianapolis City Fireman, is an Indianapolis history buff who spent most of his career assigned to the small firehouse at 56th and Illinois. Warfleigh was in the district they served and he well-knows every street in that subdivision, but had never heard of the name Warfleigh until reading your blog entry.

Dec 22, 2011 · As Indianapolis grew and streetcars headed north on College Avenue toward Broad Ripple, clusters of commercial buildings sprung up every four or five blocks. One such shopping hub was located at the intersection of College Avenue and 54 th Street.

Jul 29, 2013 · Today, the canal is one of Indianapolis’ most popular attractions for residents and tourists alike. Connecting downtown Indianapolis to Broad Ripple Village, it links many of the city’s cultural institutions. It also accommodates a range of recreational activities and events.

Feb 25, 2014 · This odd side-business made the front page of the Indianapolis Star in April of 1954 when he refused to pay for a shipment of monkeys that had died on their voyage to the U.S. His notoriety grew as he pressed his church to allow African-Americans to attend services, which they resisted mightily, forcing Jones to find a new congregation.