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    Katherine A.

    If you're into history or architecture, the Indiana War Memorial is a must see! I recently made my first visit to the Memorial and was blown away. I have passed the building many times, but there always seemed to be construction going on. I never imagined the treasures and stories this 90 year old building holds. My husband and I visited last Wednesday. We climbed the stairs outside and admired the statues, architecture and amazing views. The sculptures are the work of Henry Hering, a renowned artist. Inside, the building is grand with an art deco feel. Marble staircases, elaborately carved wood trim and painted ceilings grace the halls. The security person told us to start the self guided museum in the basement and work our way up. The museum covers Indiana territory starting from the Revolutionary War through modern wars and conflicts. Descriptions of battles and original flags are interesting to see. The museum has archived everything imaginable including uniforms, electronics and letters. I was brought to tears hearing the story of Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Sam Davis. A comprehensive honor roll of Indiana veterans fills two marble stairways. As we climbed further up, we found the Shrine Room, an immense and ornate room to remember those who served. The room is surrounded by red Vermont marble columns and vertical stained glass windows bring in colorful light. The museum is free, but donations are accepted. Plan about two hours to walk through. Metered street parking surrounds the complex. A visit is meaningful and educational.

    Jennifer F.

    Where do I even begin? This museum is a mammoth, eye catching building that towers over downtown Indianapolis. It's architecturally stunning, and the last think I expected to visit during our trip here (for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour). Thankfully it was open this Sunday morning, and my husband and I spent over an hour and a half walking through the beautiful building dedicated to US war history (with a focus on Indiana's contributions to each conflict). The war memorial is breathtakingly beautiful and the displays are poignant and memorable. My husband and I are both Army veterans (2000s era) and it was very moving. Definitely a must see when you come to this city!

    Kristin B.

    Visiting the Indiana War Memorial recently, we were a little tight on time so we didn't go inside. What we did do was take some time for a leisurely walk around the outside. Tip: The Memorial is quite impressive when viewed from the outside; when you walk up the stairs you'll be treated to a pretty nice view from either side :-) Overall I'd say the Memorial is well worth a visit. Down the road, given the time, I'd like to return and tour the inside as well. As for others, I'd suggest that if you're going to visit here that you allow enough time to see both the inside and the outside in one trip.

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    Richard Walton C.

    In June of next year, 2024, it will have been 80 years since my 20 year old father stepped foot on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France and survived to marry my mother and create myself and my sister. He graduated IU Bloomington while in the ROTC in 1943 and immediately went into Officer's Candidate School. I think about that a lot and seek out and visit memorials dedicated to the "greatest generation." Even though this memorial was built primarily for veterans of the First World War it is still a must see destination, in my opinion, because the free museum covers every war beginning with a siege near Vincennes before the United States was a country and became independent of Great Britain and ends with all of the modern conflicts of the Middle East. This building is very impressive. Construction began after WW1 and was interrupted by WW2. The auditorium is currently under renovation. The seats have been removed and I saw workmen working on the floor tiles. But everything else is open, free and available. Outside, on the south side, it is 80 steps from the street level sidewalk to the shrine level. Inside, there is an elevator and a ramp to reach the summit where the shrine's altar is located. This is an extremely impressive room and structure. It looks like it belongs in our nation's capital. I don't think anything like this will ever be built again. I think everyone should see this at least once in their lifetime. The museum is very comprehensive. It covers the Revolutionary War, the Spanish War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, 9/11, The Iraq wars, and Afghanistan. The museum coverage focuses on Indiana's role and the Hoosiers that have fought in all the various wars and conflicts. There is a lot of attention to the USS Indianapolis heavy cruiser that carried the two atomic bombs and was sunk afterwards and the USS Indiana battleship. I think what impressed me the most was their extensive collection of uniforms, not just for soldiers and sailors, but for civilians as well. I was impressed by the woman from Indiana who was the first female Marine. Please check out the restrooms. Note that it says, "Gents" instead of Men. And that there is a "lounge" with stuffed sofas and chairs before going into the tiled restroom. This is how it was in the downtown movie theaters back when it was just one film showing per movie house decades before multiplex cinemas showed up in suburbia. The reason these lounges were provided for women was so they could adjust their stockings privately. I'm really showing my age here but it is what I remember about being a baby boomer in the 1950s and from what my mother told me.

    John B.

    It's titled as a memorial, and I dropped in towards the end of their hours to view the memorial shrine. However, the museum element comprises multiple floors and several rooms and a whole range of war history, which I regrettably had barely time to glance at. The memorial shrine is quite magnificent. I also noted with some amusement that the portrait of a French WWI leader looked remarkably like his presentation in the Netflix version of All Quiet on the Western Front. Moving on down to the museum rooms, they start with the original European exploration and settlement of what is now Indiana, and cover the whole range of wars (foreign wars at least, the Civil War wasn't a big focus). Notably, the U.S.S. Indianapolis was a major piece of naval history that is covered with a full room to itself here, but they also have 9/11, World War I, and everything else in between. There was no charge to enter, though a donation box was available. Part of a larger complex, this was an impressive structure, and I may well stop in for a more thorough perusal of the exhibits. As a native Washingtonian, I enjoy spending Memorial Day directing our veterans to their various spots in our nation's capitol. I am very familiar some of with the best military memorials and museums available, in various locales. I was nonetheless surprised and impressed at what I found in Indianapolis.

    Shrine room
    Christy K.

    Just WOW! This is one of the best war museums I've ever visited. My husband and I spent several hours here. We were encouraged to start at the bottom and work our way up because that is the chronological border of the museum. I wish I had done the opposite. We always learn about early American wars, but I know so little about the wars from the last few decades. Make sure to save time for this section.

    The Shrine room
    Lisa M.

    A few blocks north of Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis, you will find the Indiana war memorial. The outside of the building alone is a spectacular work of architecture. Inside is even more magnificent. The entrance is located on the north side of the building. This is also where you will find a ramp. Inside there are many spectacular elements to see. The auditorium was spectacular. My next visit was up several stairs to the Shrine room. Immediately when you enter the shrine room you are greeted with an amazing American flag and as you look towards the ceiling you'll notice the magnificent star and several small blue stars. The presence of the American flag is inspiring. I could easily have sat in that room for hours. You will also notice several paintings of major Military leaders. After dragging ourselves away from the Shrine room we entered the museum area of the memorial. This area walks you through every war and major conflict that the United States was a part of. There were many things that we saw that made me reflect the sacrifice the men and women of this country went through for our freedom. This is a wonderful tourist destination in Indianapolis and it seems underrated for all that it has to offer. Not to mention that it is free! How many places can say that. You should give yourself at least an hour and a half or 2 hrs. I felt a little rushed because we went around lunchtime and I was getting too hungry to give it my full attention . This will be a must visit destination anytime I have visitors in town, but I definitely won't wait for them to go back!

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    Harsha S.

    We went here on a Sunday morning after hearing that this would be a good place to visit and learn more about Indianapolis. We parked at a street nearby (free parking) and walked over to the museum. It was a little chilly outside, and when we entered were quickly greeted by staff and directed to walk a specific way to get to the museum. There was no charge to enter the memorial. The museum has a collection of US military history spanning from the Revolutionary War to the Iraq War. It pays tribute to the men and women of the armed forces and recognizes their contributions. There's so much history to be found walking through these halls, and I was surprised to see the evolution of weapons and uniforms/wear in each conflict. There was also a staircase leading up to the top of the memorial that honored everyone that sacrificed their lives in WWII.

    Callie K.

    This is a must visit! I can't believe it took me this long to make it here. Entry is free. Come prepared to spend quite a bit of time. We were there an hour and barely saw much of it. Right now the WWII memorial and Korean area are closed. There are movies, exhibits and things to read. It just goes on and on. I cannot wait to come back.

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    Helene S.

    Love to walk? Downtown Indianapolis is perfect on a sunny fall afternoon. Surprised to learn that Indianapolis has more war memorials than any other US city, with the exception of Washington, DC. Loved chatting with Manager Dezi at the Hampton Inn a few blocks away who recommended a visit to this collection of memorials and the mall. Originally conceived as a way to honor the veterans of World War I, it expanded to include memorials to those who fought and sacrificed their lives in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Cenotaph Square recognizes the first Hoosier to be killed in the line of duty in WWI. Veterans Memorial Plaza, which features a large central obelisk, is flanked by all fifty US State Flags. The War Memorial is the centerpiece of the plaza. The design is based on one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus. Built from Indiana limestone and featuring a huge bronze sculpture, known as Pro Patria, it is very impressive. At the southernmost lawn is the Depew Memorial Fountain. Alexander Stirling Calder created the bronze figures and the fountain. He is part of a long legacy of sculptors including his father, Alexander Milne Calder, and his son, Alexander "Sandy" Calder, who is known for his abstract monumental sculptures and mobiles. This urban park which spans five blocks is a nice place to spend an hour or two. Metered streetcar parking is available near the memorials. The Indiana War Memorial is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

    My girlfriend and I visited the Indiana War Memorial Museum and I feel like it was a great experience. I'm someone who loves learning about history and I really enjoyed the collection of artifacts from both World Wars and the civil war. The museum did an excellent job of showcasing a few individual war stories and experiences of soldiers through different attractions. They showed us things like uniforms, weapons, and other gadgets. Each section was put near other things that related to them, and a lot of effort went into preserving these items. I found myself immersed in a lot of these displays, especially the ones focusing on local involvement in the wars. The museum's layout was well thought out, and easy to follow. The exhibits were detailed and I could probably spend hours there reading through different items historical context. I was impressed by the range of memorabilia, which ranged from small personal items to full on military vehicles. There was a lot of attention to detail and I learned more than I expected to. It was also quieter and less crowded than i expected it to be. The Indiana War Memorial is fascinating to people like myself, and being inside the monument was pretty cool. The museum is also located inside a historic building. The staff were friendly when I walked in to directing us where we wanted to go. I left feeling glad I went and would certainly go back.

    Brittany S.

    This is a review for the outside of building. Once we're on the other side of this COVID ride, I promise to finally check out the inside. In the meantime, this is a beautiful spot to catch some fresh air, snag some steps and soak in four beautiful views of downtown. I especially love the view looking to the west over Meridian street with several buildings boasting historical facades. To the south and north, you'll see two of Downtow's larger green spaces- both are war memorials featuring monuments, benches, water fountains and shade. Once you find your way to the top of the monument steps, you can't help but notice the ornate doors and lion sculptures. During the warmer months, the monument is a popular spot for fitness enthusiasts in the wee hours of the morning.

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    Lady Spray Fountain

    Lady Spray Fountain

    4.5(2 reviews)
    1.7 miFountain Square

    You may think that the fountain has some historical value or is an antique. Nope, not even close…read more This fountain was built in 2009 and installed in 2010. The only thing historical about this fountain is the location that it is in. It is the fourth fountain to be installed here, with the first being installed in 1889. The fountain is made of cast iron and is cast from the same mold as a historic one in New York. On the top of the fountain you will see Goddess Hebe, who is nick named Lady Spray (hence the fountains name). Hebe is the goddess of is the goddess of youth or the prime of life. As I mentioned the fountain is pretty weathered and it was not operating while I was there. I am not sure if it is functional or if it was just shut down for the season. Parking to get a closer look is somewhat simple. There is metered street parking within a very reasonable walking distance. There is no real easy way to cross the street to get to the fountain no matter what side you approach it from. It is on an island. I am sure you know it already, but I would be remiss if I did not say it, please be careful. There is no fountain square without a fountain. Even though this fountain is relatively new, they did a great job maintaining its antique look and nostalgia feel. Definitely worth a peek if you are in the area.

    Okay, I get that this current version of the fountain was installed as recently as 2009 and is a…read morecopy of a statue in New York that features "Lady Spray" or more commonly known as the goddess Hebe. But what makes this latest version so great is that an entire neighborhood is named because a fountain was put at this intersection in 1889. The original also featured Lady Spray. I love that the neighborhood wanted to capture some of the original statue/fountain by returning to the first theme even though the original was destroyed. This is the fourth version of the fountain to exist on this spot and it still features the goddess on top a series of supports that have different types of ornamentation (including geese). The water sprays and is collected in several dish shaped layers. Although not everyone in the neighborhood wanted to go with this version, a compromise of sorts was reached when the sculpture that topped the second version was saved and put on display to the southwest of the fountain. Review #1888

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    Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument - Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, Bridgeport

    Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument

    5.0(2 reviews)
    687.8 mi

    Bridgeport honors the local men who served in the Civil War with this elaborate monument in Seaside…read morePark https://www.yelp.com/biz/seaside-park-bridgeport?hrid=VuI9YRr0wFJzrDzQoIr4BA. The monument features a large, granite base with several decorative elements that narrows into a shaft topped by a bronze allegorical figure representing the United States. The monument's side feature bronze statues depicting an infantry soldier and a sailor. The plaque on the southeast face reads, "Dedicated to the memory of the heroic men of Bridgeport who fell in the late war for the preservation of the Union. July 1876." The plaque also features the conclusion of the Gettysburg Address. Plaques on the other faces list approximately 180 local residents killed in the war, along with their unit, as well as their date and place of death. [Review 15155 overall, 657 of 2021, number 12 in Connecticut.]

    With my family and I were doing on North East trip we stopped in Bridgeport Connecticut and we saw…read morethis wonderful monument for soldiers and sailors. I've noticed that a lot of cities that I've visited have the same soldiers and sailors monument on this trip. It looks a little different but it's always titled soldiers and sailors so curious might look that up. But anyway there's a nice looking Memorial monument and it just really represents the respect and love for soldiers and sailors and people that have fought for our country and have passed away it's just a nice tribute

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    Indiana Law Enforcement & Firefighters Memorial - Circle of names

    Indiana Law Enforcement & Firefighters Memorial

    4.3(3 reviews)
    0.5 miMile Square

    The Indiana Law Enforcement & Firefighter Memorial is somewhat hidden in a courtyard within one of…read morethe State's office buildings west of the Indiana Statehouse. I happened upon the monument quite by accident walking to the library. The memorial pays tribute to police and firefighters that lost their lives in the line duty. The monument itself is composed of two semicircles of granite pillars with the names of the fallen heroes etched in the stone. There are two larger limestone structures with plaques for firefights and police. Tree covered benches encircle the pillars and offer a peaceful place to reflect about the people that have served. Flags fly over the monument. The memorial was dedicated in June 0f 2001. Today, the 20 year old limestone is in need of a good cleaning and I had the urge to climb up and remove the mold. Street parking is hit or miss, but there is some outside the Statehouse that is inexpensive and available early in the day.

    Indiana law enforcement and fire fighter memorial is a massive rock figure sculpture along with…read moresome pieces with names of fallen first responders. My family and I were in town for the weekend my daughter cheer Competition held inside the Convention center. Over the two days while waiting between performances and awards ceremonies me and sometimes my family walked the surrounding areas and explored as the public art scene here is plentiful and creative. We found this massive piece while Checking out all the awesome sculptures on the state lawn in downtown Indianapolis. Kinda off to the side near a building entrance this is a very nice memorial and very well done . Overall it is always great seeing honors and tributes to first responders who have risked and lost there lives protecting there communities.

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    Urban Wall

    Urban Wall

    4.0(2 reviews)
    0.4 miMile Square

    This mural is an abstract piece that seems to have its best years way behind it. It is located…read moreacross from the City/County building and is painted on a parking garage that overlooks a commercial parking lot. It was painted by Roland Hobart, with assistance from Naegele Outdoor Advertising, in 1973 as part of the Indianapolis Urban Walls Project and was founded by American Fletcher National Bank. It was the first installment of the project. I would call it old, but we are close to the same age, so I will just call it a mural with seniority. The mural was also originally on two walls. The white wall perpendicular to where the mural is now was part of the mural in 1973, but severe deterioration forced it to be repainted and all they could come up with was white. The mural has been receiving increasing calls for restoration and people are starting the raise funds. The walls being located on private businesses with different landlords presents a little bit of an obstacle because they have to have them agree to have their walls painted. It is a simple piece that consists of geometric shapes, Consisting of mostly red, yellow, and orange circles, pie shaped wedges and triangles. I believe the mural has not been painted or maintenanced since it was originally painted. It is severely faded, peeling and chipped, but I guess considering that it is almost 50 years old it almost has some historical significance. It is old school. I think the mural has more value as a historical piece than the actual art work. Anyway, there is a lot of metered street parking available near the mural, so you can park, get out and take a closer look. There are also a few garages within a reasonable walking distance too. You could also get a decent look from the windshield of your car doing a strategic slow-rolling drive by. As with most murals that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other wonderful downtown attractions.

    Having spent more than 40 years in the metro area, I am continuously amazed at how the downtown…read morearea has transformed from the well earned "Naptown" label into a destination. And for as much as sports, construction, and the canal have done for the area, I believe that public art has to be considered as another great success. Think about it: Colorless limestone building with no imaginative decoration filled the area (with just a few exceptions). But in 1973, the City took a chance and created an "Urban Wall" Project that set things rolling. Back in '73, the original mural selected for the project was a Shelbyville artist named Roland Hobart who oversaw the installation of a two-wall mural. The colors were vibrant! The impact was amazing! Indianapolis with a multi-story mural? And an abstract at that? Really? It got people around here to think about art beyond what was in the IMA. It got people to remember that there were older pieces of art around town that should be maintained. But sadly, when murals are painted on private property, it is difficult to control the maintenance of the piece. Heavy water damage on the south facing wall led to a decision to whitewash the entire half of the mural. It was assumed that the empty lot would eventually be built on and so, go ahead and paint over it. Sad. And what is left of the east facing wall is faded and has damage to it as well. It is just a shadow of itself today of what it once was. The good news is that there is movement towards restoring the mural to its vibrant origins. Now that the near east side of downtown is finally getting some development with the Cummins Building and others, maybe someone will generously contribute to the project to restore this landmark piece. For more information about the history of the wall, check out the Arts Council of Indianapolis website for an excellent write-up. (see website on the business page of this review.) Review #1323

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    Urban Wall - Untitled Urban Wall by Roland Hobart (1973).  Only half the mural remains and it needs restoration

    Untitled Urban Wall by Roland Hobart (1973). Only half the mural remains and it needs restoration

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    Ayres Clock

    Ayres Clock

    4.0(1 review)
    0.4 miMile Square

    This clock is an Indiana historical landmark. It was installed by L.S. Ayres Department Store in…read more1936 on what was their building at the time. The clock is at the corner of Washington and Meridian streets, weighs 10,000-pound, and stand 8-foot-tall. The clock served as a visual landmark back in the day. Legend has it that there was a popular saying, "meet me under the Ayres Clock." The clock currently belongs to the city of Indianapolis and is maintained by Indiana Landmarks. As with anything of that age, repairs are desperately needed. This clock is no exception. It has been through multiple repairs, most recently in 2020, when its frame and structure were serviced. Since 1947, there has been a small sculpted cherub that randomly appears perched on the clock every Thanksgiving, and remains there until New Year's Day. I visited during that time and saw it tucked in between the clock and the building. It was kind of hard to see. I am glad though that the tradition continued in spite of the volunteer that had been placing the cherub for decades, passing away. His family just carried on the tradition for him. There is metered street parking available near the clock and there is also a few paid parking lots in the vicinity to park at and take a closer look. It definitely not a very long stop. I was there less than 3 minutes. You may want to consider making this trip as part of a larger itineraray of downtown things to do.

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