Blues The African American originated folk music form known as “the blues” became popular in Indianapolis after World War I with… Read More »Blues
Book Trade Since the middle of the 19th century, Indianapolis has had important associations with the book world—for its publishers, book designers,… Read More »Book Trade
Bowling Bowling is a popular sport and recreational activity that evolved from European ninepins and skittles. Often associated with taverns and… Read More »Bowling
Boxing Very little is known about boxing in early- and mid-19th century Indianapolis. Professional boxing was not yet organized. At that… Read More »Boxing
Brewing Industry During the 19th century and into the first decades of the 20th century, beer brewing in Indianapolis, as in the… Read More »Brewing Industry
Bridges Noted landscape architect in 1922 proclaimed Indianapolis’ greatest possessions to be its beautiful bridges. Many waterways, including , , Eagle… Read More »Bridges
Broadcasting Controversies Radio and television broadcast licenses, issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), are valuable business properties. Therefore, choosing the recipient… Read More »Broadcasting Controversies
Buddhism Buddhism has had a visible presence in Indianapolis since at least the 1980s, with the number of temples and meditation… Read More »Buddhism
Budget Process The budget process determines the unified budget of Marion County and the City of Indianapolis, Special Service Districts, and Municipal… Read More »Budget Process
Burmese Indiana is home to the greatest number of Burmese refugees in the United States, with the largest concentration living in… Read More »Burmese
