Indiana war memorial museum

[rollingblock]

If you haven't made a trip to this museum I highly recommend it. We took a guided tour this morning as a special group, and the history and architecture of this building and the displays are great. Seeing the flag that was carried by the Indiana regiment on the first day of Gettysburg, and seeing the bullet holes will give you pause. The building and the craftsmanship that have gone into it are outstanding,, the upper level room and the alter there should be seen by everyone that makes a trip to downtown Indy.

 

[Trigger Time]

Seconded! This museum is a hidden gem and free. It was the last time we went. We left a donation. Plus they have many guns!!!!

 

[rotortech]

I strongly agree! It is free, never a line and air conditioned. Head downtown this summer on a sunny day and spend an hour or two in there.

Also, if you have never seen it, you must check out the Civil War Museum in the basement (no kidding) of the Monument on the Circle. They have irregular hours but it is an amazing collection. I took my daughters in there one day thinking I would have to drag them through it. Hell, I had to practically drag them out. These two things are the most amazing places to visit in Indy and it is a big secret. Don't tell anyone.

 

[Kirk Freeman]

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[RedneckReject]

I was somewhat of a tour guide in downtown Indy for about 5 years. One of the tours I would give was around all of the parks and monuments from the circle all the way up through the American Legion area. The museum in the basement of the Soldiers and Sailors monument is unbelievable. I've spent many hours in there. Seems like every time I would go in there I would see something new. Sadly I have never been able to see the World War Memorial but I've heard wonderful things. Perhaps one of these days this summer I will make a day of touring monuments. Oh and the Scottish Rite. That place is gorgeous.

 

[Corporal D]

Does anyone know if they allow carrying there? Is it considered a state park?

 

[Denny347]

Does anyone know if they allow carrying there? Is it considered a state park?

With the pre-emtion law, I cannot see why carrying would NOT be allowed. There is no wanding or metal detectors when I went.

 

[Corporal D]

That's what I assume as well... but you know how that goes.

 

[4evercoltsfan]

How many INGO'ers know of this place. If you have not YOU NEED TO CHECK IT OUT! My 8 and 9 year old absolutly loved it.
Ropkey Armor Museum

 

[bdybdall]

Another place that's interesting is the medical history museum on the grounds of the old Central State Hospital. It's a little macabre but fascinating especially if you're a medical person.