Architecture

The Shrine Room

By: Hallie Frenzel On: May 27, 2021 , , Comments Disabled
The Shrine Room

The Shrine Room

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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 4, 1927 after World War I to attract the newly formed American Legion National Headquarters […]
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Indiana 9/11 Expansion Ensures We Never Forget

By: Hallie Frenzel On: December 01, 2020 , , , Comments Disabled
Indiana 9/11 Expansion Ensures We Never Forget

Indiana 9/11 Expansion Ensures We Never Forget

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The tragic events of 9/11 claimed 2,977 lives, including nine Hoosiers. Millions more were forever impacted. That fateful day implores us as a nation to never forget. The Indiana 9/11 Memorial was first erected in 2011—10 years after the largest terrorist attack on American soil. Now, as we approach the 20-year anniversary of the attacks, […]
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Indiana Never Forgets

By: Hallie Frenzel On: November 17, 2020 , , , Comments Disabled
Indiana Never Forgets

Indiana Never Forgets

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September 11, 2001. It is a date that we mark and remember every September—one that always triggers a somber memory. Most Americans over the age of 25 remember exactly where we were and what we were doing that fateful morning. The memories of that day are dark and filled with grief. Since that morning the […]
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Make the Indiana War Memorials Historic District YOUR Museum! 

By: Hallie Frenzel On: October 02, 2020 , , Comments Disabled
Make the Indiana War Memorials Historic District YOUR Museum! 

Make the Indiana War Memorials Historic District YOUR Museum! 

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As Indiana transitions into the cool autumn months, many are eager to get outside and enjoy the changing weather—all while social distancing of course. Life events during 2020 have shifted nearly everything we once viewed as normal. As we move forward and discover our new normal, the Indiana War Memorials wants to invite you back […]
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Touring the Indiana War Memorials Using the Pocket Sights App

By: admin On: September 25, 2019 , , Comments Disabled
Touring the Indiana War Memorials Using the Pocket Sights App

Touring the Indiana War Memorials Using the Pocket Sights App

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By Brandon Raymer I have lived in Indiana all my life and I had never explored our state’s capitol or the beautiful Indiana War Memorials Historic District. So recently, my girlfriend and I used the Pocket Sights App to take a tour of the monuments, memorials, and parks that are part of this amazing treasure […]
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