Hallie Frenzel – Indiana War Memorials Foundation

The Shrine Room

Author: Hallie FrenzelOn: May 27Categories: Architecture, Artifacts & Attractions, General Information

The Shrine Room

Architecture, Artifacts & Attractions, General Information

Often considered one of Indiana’s best kept secrets, the Indiana War Memorial is a well-recognized symbol of downtown Indianapolis. It holds an array of historical artifacts and quite a few surprises. The cornerstone of the Memorial was laid on July...

Honor Garden

Author: Hallie FrenzelOn: May 12Categories: Press Releases

Honor Garden

Press Releases

This May the Indiana War Memorials Foundation is honoring Veterans during Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day with an Honor Garden near the steps of the Indiana War Memorial. American Flags can be purchased and will be placed outside the Indiana...

Gold Star Families Memorial Monument

Author: Hallie FrenzelOn: May 03Categories: Artifacts & Attractions, General Information, Press Releases, Stories of Service

Gold Star Families Memorial Monument

Artifacts & Attractions, General Information, Press Releases, Stories of Service

In April 2021, the Indiana War Memorials Commission broke ground on the first monument constructed within the Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District since 1998. Located just south of Indianapolis’ Central Public Library, on the northeast side...

The First to Fall: A Brief History of Corporal James Bethel Gresham

Author: Hallie FrenzelOn: Apr 09Categories: Press Releases

U.S. Declares War on Germany The early days of World War I lit a fire throughout Europe, fighting between the Axis and Allied powers erupted in 1914. While the Great War raged on – the United States kept their distance – evading the conflict....

Indiana Veterans Center: The First of Its Kind

Author: Hallie FrenzelOn: Mar 19Categories: Press Releases

Indiana Veterans Center: The First of Its Kind

Press Releases

The Indiana Veterans Center opened in early 2020 as the first centralized location for Hoosier Veterans services, providing access to many needed resources. According to Brigadier General J. Stewart Goodwin USAF (Ret), Executive Director of the Indiana...