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Charles W. Jewett

(Jan. 7, 1884-Apr. 28, 1961). The son of a Methodist minister, much of Charles Jewett’s youth was spent in frequent… Read More »

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James Prather (Jim) Jontz

(Dec. 18, 1951-Apr. 14, 2007). Born in Indianapolis, Jim Jontz attended North Central ...

Arthur C. Newby

(Dec. 29, 1865-Sept. 11, 1933). Born on a farm near Monrovia, Indiana, Newby came to I...

John Wesley Hardrick

(Sept. 21, 1891-Oct. 18, 1968). Born in Indianapolis, African American artist John Wes...

Paul Daniel (Tony) Hinkle

(Dec. 19, 1899-Sept. 22, 1992). Born in Logansport, Indiana, Tony Hinkle attended the ...

PLACES

Hinkle Fieldhouse

Hinkle Fieldhouse is the nation’s oldest college basketball arena and takes the nickname, “Indiana’s Basketball Cathedral.” The construction of Butler… Read More »

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Shelby County

Shelby County is adjacent to Indianapolis-Marion County to the southeast and part of t...

Indiana Interchurch Center

The Indiana Interchurch Center represents a community of nonprofit organizations worki...

Center for Black Literature & Culture

The Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) opened as part of on Octobe...

Indianapolis Traction Terminal

Hub of the statewide interurban (electric railway) system. When the Indianapolis Tract...

EVENTS

Meet The Artists

artist-in-residence Anthony Radford put together the first Meet the Artists showcase in 1988. The event showcases the work of some… Read More »

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American Booksellers Association, Inc. v. Hudnut

American Booksellers Association, Inc. v. Hudnut was an action brought against the Cit...

U.S. v. Board of School Commissioners

United States v. Board of School Commissioners of the City of Indianapolis, Indiana, w...

Vietnam War

The Vietnam War divided Indianapolis as no conflict had since the Civil War. The city ...

Brickyard 200

The Brickyard 200 began as the Brickyard 400, a 400-mile stock car race at the . The r...

ORGANIZATIONS

Walther Cancer Foundation

In 1985, Dr. Joseph E. Walther sold the and used the $37 million in proceeds to establish the Walther Medical… Read More »

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Our Savior Lutheran Church

Located at the corner of West 25th Street and Fall Creek Parkway, Our Savior Lutheran ...

Federation of Associated Clubs

The Federation of Associated Clubs (FAC) was founded in 1937 as a coalition of nine lo...

Indiana Archives and Records Administration

The Indiana State Archives is a division of the Indiana Archives and Records Administr...

Department of Public Safety

Part of the executive branch of Indianapolis-Marion County government, the Department ...

TOPICS

Recycling

Indianapolis has a dismal history with recycling. It did not become a priority until the 2000s when efforts were increased… Read More »

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Soil and Groundwater Contamination

Marion County has typical urban levels of soil contamination, and potable groundwater ...

Independent Christian Churches and Culture

Mainline Protestantism often defines American religious culture, including its story i...

Buses

Since 1975, most scheduled bus service between points in has been provided by the Indi...

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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