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Oscar Carleton McCulloch

(July 2, 1843-Dec. 10, 1891). Social gospel minister, civic leader, and social worker Oscar McCulloch was born in Fremont, Ohio,… Read More »

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Jens Jensen

(Sep. 23, 1860-Oct. 1, 1951). Born in Slesvig, Denmark, and educated at Danish Folk Sc...

John Barton (Johnny) Gruelle

(Dec. 24, 1880-Jan. 9, 1938). Johnny Gruelle created the Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls an...

William Baldwin Fletcher

(Aug. 18, 1837-Apr. 25, 1907). Fletcher, the son of pioneer Indianapolis lawyer , was ...

John Zwara

(Dec. 27. 1880-May 24, 1951). Known as the “mystery artist of Indianapolis,” John ...

PLACES

Lebanon

Lebanon is the seat of Boone County and is located strategically along Interstate 65, almost equidistant from the state capital… Read More »

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Circle Tower

Tower Realty Company’s announcement in 1928 that it would construct a new modern off...

Greenfield

The city of Greenfield is the county seat of , approximately 25 miles directly east of...

Anderson

A city located 38 miles northeast of Indianapolis on former Delaware Indian land, Ande...

Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

On May 13, 2011, (BU) broke ground for the Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts. Sc...

EVENTS

Steven T. Judy Case

The Steven T. Judy Case was a sensational murder trial that resulted in the reimposition of capital punishment in Indiana.… Read More »

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Michael Taylor Case

Michael Taylor Jr., a 16-year-old Black youth, was shot and killed on September 24, 19...

World War II

Although one author declared Indianapolis “among the best prepared” cities in Amer...

Celebration of Hope

In 1994, and held one joint worship service each year as a symbol of racial reco...

Olympic Exhibitions

Since 1924 Indianapolis has hosted 18 Olympic exhibition events in 10 different sports...

ORGANIZATIONS

Citizens Forum

Begun as a citizens’ group in July 1964, the organizational meeting was coordinated by city councilmen Rufus Kuykendall, Rev. ,… Read More »

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Haag Drug Company

In 1876, German-born brothers Louis and Julius Haag opened a moderately successful dru...

Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis

Founded in 1905, the Jewish Federation of Indianapolis was one of the earliest example...

Russ and Harrison

Merritt Harrison (1888-1973), a graduate of Indianapolis (1906) and Cornell University...

Angie’s List

Angie’s List is a consumer ratings company that helps shoppers find the best local s...

TOPICS

Choice Options

(IPS) operates nearly 80 schools throughout the district for students in Grades Pre-K–12. Among these schools are a variety of… Read More »

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White Women’s Clubs

The white women’s club movement in Indianapolis closely paralleled the white women�...

Jazz

Although not a principal originator of jazz music like New Orleans, New York, and Chic...

African American Golf

African Americans have a rich history of golfing in Indianapolis, but that history was...

Libraries and Archives

Indianapolis has been home to numerous libraries and archives since its founding in 18...

TIMELINES

Indianapolis Timelines

A collection of timelines about Indianapolis and selected institutions, topics and issues.

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FEATURES

Features

Features examine interesting Indianapolis places, stories, and events.

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EXHIBITS

Exhibits

Encyclopedia of Indianapolis Exhibits feature Gallery Exhibits of Indianapolis Artists and other cultural topics.

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ATLAS

Atlas

The Atlas explores the resources, infrastructure, and quality of life in Central Indiana.

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GUIDES

Guides

Encyclopedia of Indianapolis Guides provide information to help users understand and appreciate important institutions, services, and developments that affect the life, culture, and governance of Indianapolis and Central Indiana.

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