Huffman Cemetery: Tracking Down a Graveyard in the Heart of Broad Ripple
Exploring the history of the Huffman Cemetery in the Broad Ripple neighborhood of Indianapolis.
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South Indianapolis: A Tale of Two Suburbs
Exploring the history of two towns which both bore the name South Indianapolis.
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Aug 22, 20236 min read
Meet Me at the Vu: The History of the Ron-D-Vu drive-in restaurant in Butler-Tarkington
Exploring the history of a popular drive-in restaurant which was once located in Butler-Tarkington at 52nd and Westfield Blvd.
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Jul 15, 202310 min read
Fishing, Dancing, and Drinking: The History of Shannon’s Lake
Exploring the history of Shannon's Lake, one of the few natural lakes in Marion County, and a scene of recreation and frivolities.
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Jun 19, 20234 min read
The Chase Bank Building at Westfield Blvd. and Illinois St.: A Long History of Being a Bank
Exploring the rather straightforward history of the Chase bank building at Illinois and Westfield Boulevard in Butler-Tarkington.
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Apr 18, 202314 min read
Gambling, Baseball, Beer and Fast Times: The History of Brighton Beach in Indianapolis
Exploring the history of the Brighton Beach area of Indianapolis, the site of saloons, gambling, and baseball at the turn of the century.
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Mar 10, 20236 min read
The History of the Mutual Service Association Camp in Butler-Tarkington
A post about the history of the Mutual Service Association camp in Butler-Tarkington revealed a tragic event associated with the camp.
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Sep 21, 202211 min read
The Founding and Early History of Rocky Ripple, 1910(ish)-1940
Exploring the founding and early history of the town of Rocky Ripple in Indianapolis.
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Aug 8, 20225 min read
Then and Now: 19th Street and the Monon Trail
A quick Then & Now and history of the intersection of 19th and Monon Trail in Indianapolis.
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May 25, 20229 min read
The Past and Uncertain Future of the former IPS School #86
The School 86 building has been a part of the history of Butler-Tarkington since the late 1920's, although its future is now in doubt.
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May 6, 20228 min read
The Early Integration of the Butler-Tarkington Neighborhood
First in a series of posts about the history of Butler-Tarkington, here we look at the racial integration of the area in 1920-1940.
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Apr 28, 20228 min read
Then and Now: The Intersection of Senate Avenue and Washington Street
Taking a look at the history of downtown Indianapolis using a 'then and now' scene from the sketches of Christian Schrader.
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Feb 12, 202216 min read
Indianapolis Fire Department and the 1973 Grant Fire: “The finest moment this department ever had.”
Examining one of the largest fires in the history of Indianapolis, and the efforts of the Indianapolis Fire Department in fighting the fire.
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Nov 22, 20217 min read
Uncovering the Remains of the Shortridge High School Athletic Field
Examining the remains of the former Shortridge High School football field which was once located in Butler-Tarkington.
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Oct 18, 20215 min read
A Residential Island In the Valley Neighborhood
Exploring the history of a remnant of the larger residential neighborhood which used to make up The Valley area of West Indianapolis
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Oct 2, 20219 min read
eBay Find: Nathaniel West and the Purchase of Land in Indianapolis
Exploring the history behind a historical document found on eBay which details the sale of land early in the history of Indianapolis.
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Aug 27, 20219 min read
Remembering the 12th Street and Canal Crossing Through the Photography of O. James Fox
Exploring the history of the neighborhood around 12th Street and the Canal in Indianapolis through the photography of O. James Fox.
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Jul 24, 20215 min read
Constructing a Neighborhood Landmark: Meridian Street Methodist Church
Exploring the history of the Meridian Street Methodist Church's location in Butler-Tarkington.
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Jun 12, 20215 min read
History Lost: Southeast Corner of Boulevard Place
Examining the history of a building at 40th and Boulevard which was destroyed by fire in 2020.
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Apr 2, 20216 min read
Discovering the Venerable behind Flackville
Exploring the background of the neighborhood today known as 'Venerable Flackville.'
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