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WEB2 days ago · The Indiana Historical Society collects and preserves Indiana’s unique stories; brings Hoosiers together in remembering and sharing the past; and inspires a future grounded in our state’s uniting values and principles.
History of Indianapolis - Wikipedia
WEBIndianapolis has been closely linked to politics since its selection as Indiana's seat of government in the 1820s, but early in its history the city became a railroad transportation hub for the region and a center for civic and cultural affairs.
Visit Today - Indiana Historical Society
WEBTake that immersive trip yourself at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center. Located along the Central Canal in downtown Indianapolis, the History Center invites you to experience Indiana’s past in new and interactive ways. There are dozens of things to see and do during your visit.
Histories of Indianapolis - Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
WEBHistories of Indianapolis. The historiography of the Hoosier capital begins with a “Historical Sketch of Indianapolis” prepared by Ignatius Brown for A. C. Howard’s Directory, for the City of Indianapolis (1857). In his preface, Howard called Brown’s effort “the only history written of Indianapolis since its settlement” in the early ...
Indiana Historical Society - Visit Indy
WEBThe Indiana Historical Society, located along the Central Canal in downtown Indianapolis, brings Hoosiers together in remembering and celebrating the past while bringing history to life for all ages.
Indiana Historical Society - Wikipedia
WEBThe Indiana Historical Society was started on December 11, 1830, which was the fourteenth anniversary of the statehood of Indiana (December 11, 1816). A group of Indianapolis-area leaders sought to obtain objects relating to Indiana's history.
Indianapolis | City Guide & Attractions | Britannica
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Indianapolis was founded in 1821 as the state capital, which it officially became in 1825. Some impetus for growth was given when the Cumberland (National) Road (modern Washington Street downtown) was routed across the city in 1827 and later when railroads arrived.
Timeline of Indianapolis - Wikipedia
WEBThe following is a timeline of the history of the city of Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. 19th century. 1800s–1840s. 1816. The U.S. Congress authorizes a state government for Indiana and donates federal land to establish a permanent seat of …
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WEBThe Indiana Historical Society collects and preserves Indiana’s unique stories; brings Hoosiers together in remembering and sharing the past; and inspires a future grounded in our state’s uniting values and principles.
Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites
WEBWith everything from historic mansions and wooded retreats, to a working grist mill and Indiana’s first capitol, you and your family can follow the threads of powerful stories all across the state with experiences that are still relevant today.