Home of the Politicians
by KaiM
The Indiana State Capitol is beautiful. It opened in 1878 and its dome rises 130 feet high. In 1988 the building underwent a major renovation. You can either take a self-guided tour or plan a group tour during times when the legislature is in session. Group tours are available by calling Senate Student Services at (317) 232-9410.
Civil War Camp in Indianapolis
by Toughluck
Indiana Historical Bureau: ID#: 49.1962.1
County: Marion
Title: Camp Morton 1861-65
Marker Text: Site selected by Lew Wallace as training camp for volunteers on old State Fairgrounds in 1861 and named for Governor Oliver P. Morton. Used as a camp for Confederate prisoners, 1862-65. Col. Richard Owen, Commandant.
Credit Line: Erected by Indiana Civil War Centennial Commission, 1962
Directions: 1900 block N. Alabama Street, Herron-Morton Place Historic Park, Indianapolis.
There's a wonderful Starbucks...
by dzni
There's a wonderful Starbucks in Carmel, just north of the city! It's off US431, going north, take a left onto 116th St. and another immediate right into the shopping center. This one has a fireplace in the middle and is pretty large! I visit here on a very regular basis when passing through the city.
Children's Museum
by sulu88
This museum is completely awesome. I've heard that it is the best children's museum in the country. Children and adults can enjoy this place. The only downside I can really think of is that it is usally packed! It's best to go early in the week.
The Centre of Indianapolis
by djramey
Monument Circle as become more and more the focal point of Indianapolis and its postcards. With recent renovations in the last few years, the area surrounding the Soldiers and Sailors Monument is being looked at as not only a meeting spot for romancers and teenagers, but businesses and companies vying to set up residence in Indianapolis.
During the Christmas and holiday seasons, the monument becomes the world's largest lighted Christmas "tree," and thousands flock to see the initial lighting. Other large events such as the Ferrari get together, Strawberry festival, and weekend cruising frequent this plaza.
If interested in the finer points of Indianapolis, the Monument Circle is a great place to start your search. It is also the centre point of retail in Indianapolis. The Circle Centre Mall is located within a block from the area, aptly named if you might notice, as are many independent retail shops, stores, cafes, eateries, restaurants and communication companies.
The Monument Circle is an unlined cobblestone that many point out replicates the small patch on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Track. This cobblestone brings the history and tradition of Indianapolis to the new and modern buildings surrounding it. Many of the building here though have gone untouched and the architecture from times long ago, but there have also been many renovations that have put Indy in the front group of modern USA cities.