Indiana is one of the few states in the nation that has all three branches of government operating out of the historic state capitol building. In 1825, after nine years of statehood, the capitol city was relocated from Corydon to Indianapolis. Plans for the current statehouse began in 1867 and the building was completed in 1888. It is constructed of Indiana limestone and white oak. The beautiful stained glass rotunda window is original and made from German glass.

Serving as the center of civic life in Indiana since 1888, the Indiana Statehouse is an outstanding architectural beauty and is constructed of Indiana-sourced oak and limestone. Tours are available of this four-story home of the Indiana House of Representatives, Indiana State Senate, Indiana Supreme Court, and Indiana Courts of Appeals.

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Find your home in the heart of the city! With eclectic neighborhoods from Mile Square to Fountain Square, endless events and attractions at venues like Lucas Oil Stadium and Military Park, and a wealth of history in Monument Circle, War Memorial Plaza, and beyond, downtown Indianapolis is the perfect balance of city dazzle and Midwest charm.

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Ralston's Draft House

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Bottleworks Hotel

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Cultural Trail

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 Bottleworks Hotel dazzles with a mix of history and modern luxury with distinctive art and architecture at every turn. While we’ve adapted the space in a new light, our team has gone to great lengths to make sure the original exterior and terrazzo floors shine like new. The building’s Art-Deco past has become its present.

Aerial photo of Bottleworks Hotel in Downtown Indy

Aerial photo of the Bottleworks Hotel in Downtown Indy

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Living Room Theaters is the first of its kind for Indianapolis, boasting a mix of exclusive new releases and the most talked about independent films that critics and audiences love, in a sophisticated, comfortable environment. Food and drinks, including cocktails, beer and wine, will be available at the cinema. Living Room Theaters also has locations in Portland, Oregon and Boca Raton, Florida.

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While keeping with the friendly and laid back tradition of a neighborhood pub, we sought to rise above the “pub-grub” level with our menu.  Emphasizing sandwiches and appetizers, our award-winning menu is a unique combination of flavors and styles, with plenty of vegetarian options as well as enough choices for the carnivores out there.  Yes, you will find wings, nachos, and pizza on our menu.  But we hope they are unlike any wings, nachos, or pizza you’ve ever had.

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Chatham Tap

Photo of the interior of Chatham Tap in Downtown Indy

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Aerial photo of Chatham Tap in Downtown Indy

Named after Alexander Ralston, the engineer who after moving to the United States from Scotland, was hired in 1820 to help survey our city. In 1821, Ralston was then commissioned by the Indiana General Assembly to make a city plan for Indianapolis. As originally planned, the city’s 1-square mile footprint included the Governor’s mansion placed centrally on a large circular commons. Demolished in 1857, the original Governor’s mansion was replaced by what we know today as Monument Circle featuring the 284-foot tall limestone and bronze Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument.

Join us at Ralston’s to experience a delightful atmosphere and sensational menu of fine beers, wines and complementary dishes.

One step in, and what you’ll find is something quite inviting, with as much character as you’d expect along Massachusetts Avenue in Indianapolis.

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Mesh blends contemporary elegance and comfort with innovative cuisine and excellent service. The original menu and unique decor make Mesh an ideal setting for business meetings, romantic evenings, or a night out with friends.

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The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is managed by a nonprofit, Indianapolis Cultural Trail Inc (ICT Inc). ICT Inc works to thoughtfully manage, maintain and continue to grow and improve all aspects of the Trail to ensure it continues to exist as a world-class public space for residents and visitors of Indianapolis.

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Rooster’s Kitchen is proudly located in Downtown Indianapolis, on Mass Ave. next to the Bottleworks District. We are known for offering locally sourced, home-style inspired food at reasonable prices, complimented by an expertly curated local and craft beer menu.

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The NCAA Hall of Champions is an interactive museum and part of a three-building complex that houses a conference center and the corporate headquarters of both the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

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Located between the JW Marriott Hotel on Washington Street and the Indiana State Museum, they have been growing food at the farm at White River State Park since 2010. This farm site is nearly 6,000 square feet.

Because of this garden’s unique location, more than 3.5 million visitors each year have the opportunity to interact with this urban farming site. Their hope is that it stimulates visitors to ask questions about the role of urban agriculture in Indianapolis and in their home countries, cities and towns

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The Scottish Rite is an appendant body of the Masonic Fraternity.  It consists of two major Jurisdictions in the United States, and other major Jurisdictions in countries around the world.  The Valley of Indianapolis was chartered by the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, in 1863.

The Valley of Indianapolis hosts numerous events for members and their guests and has an extensive charitable outreach, including sponsoring a learning center for dyslexic children.

Tours of the Cathedral are available for individuals and local community groups. This magnificent example of neo-Gothic architecture remains the largest building in the United States devoted to Freemasonry. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The main tower rises 212 feet and contains a 54-bell carillon. Banquet, wedding, and meeting facilities are available; please visit our Scottish Rite Events website for more information.

Exterior photo of entrance to Scottish Rite Cathedral.

Scottish Rite Cathedral

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Exterior photo of Scottish Rite Cathedral.

Aerial view of downtown Indianapolis with Scottish Rite Cathedral in foreground.

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Aerial photo of exterior of Scottish Rite Cathedral looking east.

The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, previously known as the Benjamin Harrison Home, is the former home of the 23rd president of the United States, Benjamin Harrison. It is in the Old Northside Historic District of Indianapolis, Indiana. Harrison's 16-room house was built from 1874 to 1875.

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The Walker building, once the headquarters and manufacturing plant of Madam CJ Walker Hair Care and Beauty Products, boasts much of its original 1927 architecture. They feature artistic performances, thought-provoking lectures, and cultural education.

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The Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library is dedicated to championing the literary, artistic, and cultural contributions of the late writer, artist, and Indianapolis native Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

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Indiana Repertory Theatre, frequently abbreviated IRT, is a professional regional theatre in Indianapolis, Indiana that began as a genuine repertory theatre with its casts performing in multiple shows at once. It has subsequently become a regional theatre and a member of the League of Resident Theatres.

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The Phoenix Theatre has presented productions since 1983. An Equity house, the Phoenix presents the Midwest and Indiana premieres of many Broadway and Off-Broadway plays, and has presented 94 World Premieres. The Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre is a non-profit and home to a performance collective that includes seven professional theatre companies.

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The Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District includes the 30,000 square foot IWM Museum complete with military equipment and artifacts, three parks, four fountains, and 25 acres of monuments, statues, and sculptures in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. The IWM's properties include the Indiana War Memorial, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, the Indiana World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War Memorials, the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Memorial, the Medal of Honor Memorial, the 9/11 Memorial, and the Indiana Gold Star Families Memorial. 

No state has a city with more monuments dedicated to veterans than Indiana's capital, and no city in the country maintains more acreage honoring veterans than Indianapolis. 


Exterior photo of Indiana World War Memorial.

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Exterior photo of entrance and statue outside of Indiana World War Memorial.

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Aerial view of Indiana World War Memorial and Veterans' Memorial Plaza with downtown Indianapolis skyline behind.

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The Canal Walk is a 3-mile loop along the Central Canal that runs from White River State Park up to 11th street in Indianapolis.

The Canal Walk is part of the Indiana Central Canal, which was dug in the early 1800s, in an effort to facilitate interstate commerce. Today, the refurbished Canal Walk (stretching north through White River State Park to 11th Street) serves the downtown community as a waterside promenade for walkers, runners, bikers and sightseers (while the canal itself includes a steady stream of pedal boats, which may be rented west of the Indiana State Museum).

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Photo of bridge over Canal Walk with art installation on bridge.

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Aerial photo of canal looking southeast toward downtown Indianapolis city center.

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Located in downtown Indianapolis within White River State Park, the Eiteljorg inspires an appreciation of the art, history and diverse cultures of Native America and the West. We share and tell amazing stories and visitors immerse themselves into these dynamic stories.  It’s a place for historical context, artistic expression, new ideas, and individual perspectives. 

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Eiteljorg Museum

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