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Bess Robbins Kaufman

(Jan. 9, 1905-May 3, 1961). A native of Anderson, Indiana, Bess Robbins came to Indianapolis as a young girl. She… Read More »

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Melvin Joe Daniels

(July 20, 1944-Oct. 30, 2015). Melvin Joe Daniels was one of the Indiana Pacers’ ear...

William H. Block

Born Herman Wilhelm Bloch, the founder of the department store, came by steerage in 18...

Addison Locke Roache 

(Nov. 3, 1817-Apr. 24, 1906). Born in Rutherford County, Tennessee, to Dr. Stephen Roa...

John W. Burkhart

Born on July 25, 1908, in Tipton, Indiana, John Burkhart moved with his family to Texa...

PLACES

Babe Denny

Babe Denny is a near southside community bordered by South Street, Madison Avenue, Morris Street, and West Street. Settlement of… Read More »

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Indiana Women’s Prison

The Indiana Reformatory Institution for Women and Girls was founded in 1869 in Indiana...

Morris-Butler House

The Morris-Butler House is a historic home adapted for offices and a rental venue for ...

Cadle Tabernacle

Constructed in 1921 on the northwest corner of Ohio and New Jersey streets at a cost o...

Garfield Park and Conservatory

In 1874, the Jeffersonville Railroad sold a 98-acre tract along its right of way to a ...

EVENTS

Super Bowl XLVI

The construction of , which replaced the outdated as home of the , led civic leaders to make bids to… Read More »

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Sunday Closing Laws

Laws governing the observance of the Sabbath have existed in Indiana since 1807 when t...

Battle of Pogue’s Run

The Battle of Pogue’s Run is the derisive name that the gave to events surrounding a...

Municipal Election of 1999

Bart Peterson made history in the election of 1999 when he became the first Democrat e...

Butler Relays

Founded by track coach Herman Phillips, the Butler Relays were a prestigious American ...

ORGANIZATIONS

Dayspring Center

The Dayspring Center (DSC) is a nonprofit organization committed to combating and preventing family homelessness in central Indiana. It opened… Read More »

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City-County Council

The City-County Council is a legislative body for Marion County. When took effect in i...

Department of Public Works

Part of the executive branch, the Department of Public Works is the largest of the dep...

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is the premier urban researc...

Anthem, Inc.

One of the largest health benefits providers in the United States, Anthem, Inc. was es...

TOPICS

Philanthropy and Recreation

Parks and recreation have been, and continue to be, the recipients of philanthropy in Indianapolis. Public parks and open spaces… Read More »

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Greeks

The Greek community of Indianapolis was established in the 1890s and early 20th centur...

Waterways

Indianapolis is home to multiple rivers and streams including its main waterway, the ....

Eugenics

In 1907 Indiana Governor Frank Hanly signed the Indiana Sterilization Law, which is wi...

Gatorade

Doctors Robert Cade, Dana Shires, James Free, and Alejandro de Quesada, kidney special...

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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