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Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame: Hoosier hoops heaven Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame: Hoosier hoops heaven It would take an amazing museum to tell the full story of Indiana high-school basketball, from its peach-basket origins more than a century ago to the latest state champions — and all the Hoosier heroes in between. Fortunately, Indiana has a history center that's up to the job: the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in New Castle, just 35 miles east of Indianapolis. The 14,000-square-foot brick and glass museum is packed with exhibits, historic items and interactive displays celebrating Indiana's success and obsession with hoops — especially on the high-school level. Fortunately, it seems to find space to add more attractions each year. Visitors will find memorabilia from all the state's championship teams, along with photos and other items from 10-time NCAA championship coach John Wooden, a Hoosier native, and players with Indiana roots, such as such as Larry Bird, Oscar Robertson, George McGinnis, and others. In the Mars Read More >> Published: Nov 2, 2009

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Indianapolis Attractions

Crown Hill Cemetery: resting place for notable and notorious

Crown Hill Cemetery: resting place for notable and notorious Dotted with trees and landscaped with care, Crown Hill Cemetery serves as the final picturesque resting place of the great and the ordinary for more than 150 years. Enjoy the beautiful and historical significant grounds on your own or take a guided tours. Read More >> Published: Oct 20, 2009

Scottish Rite Cathedral: Gothic home to the world’s oldest fraternity

Scottish Rite Cathedral: Gothic home to the world’s oldest fraternity Often called the most popular historic building in Indianapolis, the Scottish Rite Cathedral stands as a stunningly beautiful and ornate monument to the Freemasonry movement in the early part of the 20th century. Read More >> Published: Oct 13, 2009

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home: A step back in time to 1916

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home: A step back in time to 1916 A visit to the former home of renowned Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley is a step back to the beginning of the 20th century—just as the noted Riley experienced it. The Riley home is now a museum frequented by visitors from throughout the world. Read More >> Published: Oct 6, 2009

Hilbert Circle Theatre: Home to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Hilbert Circle Theatre: Home to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra First opened to the public in 1916 as the Circle Theatre, one of the country’s first grand movie palaces, this landmark on Monument Circle was renamed the Hilbert Circle Theatre after an endowment made by Stephen and Tomisue Hilbert. Since 1984, due to the efforts of the Indiana Symphony Society, it has served primarily as the home of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Read More >> Published: Oct 6, 2009

Indiana’s Historic Landmarks Foundation: Preserving the past for the future

Indiana’s Historic Landmarks Foundation: Preserving the past for the future Early in 1960, concerned by the increasing destruction of historic buildings in Indianapolis, a small circle of civic leaders founded the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. It now ranks as the largest private statewide preservation group in the United States. Read More >> Published: Oct 6, 2009

Broadway Across America in Indianapolis: The best of New York in the Hoosier capital

Broadway Across America in Indianapolis: The best of New York in the Hoosier capital Broadway Across America is a promoter and producer of live theatrical productions in the United States and Canada with more than a quarter century of entertainment industry experience. In cooperation with local partners Murat Theatre and Butler University’s Clowes Hall, the organization features Broadway shows, family productions and other live attractions in Indianapolis and 41 other U.S. cities. Read More >> Published: Oct 4, 2009

Indiana Statehouse: Center of Hoosier culture since 1888

Indiana Statehouse: Center of Hoosier culture since 1888 Located just a few blocks west of the famed Monument Circle, Indiana's Statehouse has operated as the hub of cultural life in Indiana since 1888. Read More >> Published: Oct 4, 2009

Easley Winery: Longest-running family-owned Hoosier winery, right in the heart of downtown Indy!

Easley Winery: Longest-running family-owned Hoosier winery, right in the heart of downtown Indy! Sample some of the oldest, most popular Indiana-made wines and get an amazing free guided tour of a 33-year-old wine maker right in the heart of downtown Indianapolis by visiting Easley Winery, just six blocks east of Monument Circle. Read More >> Published: Sep 23, 2009

Indiana War Memorial & Museum: a monumental tribute to Hoosier Heroes

Indiana War Memorial & Museum: a monumental tribute to Hoosier Heroes Located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana War Memorial and its museum represent the second largest display of monuments to American war veterans in the United States – the nation’s capital being the largest. Read More >> Published: Sep 22, 2009

Indianapolis Artsgarden: The downtown information hub for Indy arts & attractions

Indianapolis Artsgarden: The downtown information hub for Indy arts & attractions One of the most spectacular examples of creative building design in Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Artsgarden provides a dazzling glass-enclosed environment for more than 350 free performances and exhibits each year. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

Indianapolis Museum of Art: One of the five largest art museums in the USA

Indianapolis Museum of Art: One of the five largest art museums in the USA Consistently on the forefront in showcasing of some of the most exclusive cultural expression exhibits in the world, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, set on 152 acres just minutes north of downtown Indy, is considered one of the five largest general art museums in the entire country. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

Victory Field: home of the Indianapolis Indians

Victory Field: home of the Indianapolis Indians Both Baseball America and Sports Illustrated have identified Indianapolis' Victory Field as the "best minor league baseball park in America." A stroll through the $20 million field reveals why. Read More >> Published: Jul 4, 2009

Medal of Honor Memorial: True heroes recognized

Medal of Honor Memorial: True heroes recognized At dusk, visitors to the Congressional Medal of Honor Memorial in White River State Park can hear the stories of those who have received the country's highest award for military valor. Read More >> Published: Jun 22, 2009

The Lawn at White River Park: a top-100 venue

The Lawn at White River Park: a top-100 venue Bob Dylan, Alison Krauss, the Allman Brothers, Ben Folds, The Roots, Indigo Girls. It's no wonder the Lawn at White River State Park has been named by Pollstar magazine as one of the world's top 100 outdoor concert venues for the three years running. Read More >> Published: Jun 19, 2009

President Benjamin Harrison home: the home life of the 23rd President of the United States

President Benjamin Harrison home: the home life of the 23rd President of the United States For American political history buffs, a visit while in Indianapolis to the home of the 23rd American President, Benjamin Harrison, is a trip back in time to life in the late 1800s. Read More >> Published: Jun 6, 2009

NCAA Hall of Champions celebrates college sports

NCAA Hall of Champions celebrates college sports Nearly two years after an electrical fire badly damaged the facility, the National Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Champions has opened with updated galleries and an interactive sports play area, and a new mission. Read More >> Published: May 13, 2009

Indiana State Museum: a stunning rebound

Indiana State Museum: a stunning rebound Previously saddled with the reputation as “one of the poorest and most inadequate state museums in the United States,” the Indiana State Museum since 2002 has experienced a stunning rebound with a new home in the heart of White River State Park. Read More >> Published: May 8, 2009

Conner Prairie: Indiana's 'living history' museum

Conner Prairie: Indiana's 'living history' museum Learn to build a canoe, chop wood, throw a tomahawk and milk a cow — and have a great time doing it! It’s all at Conner Prairie. Read More >> Published: Apr 21, 2009

Indianapolis Zoo: touch a shark, feed a giraffe, have a blast!

Indianapolis Zoo: touch a shark, feed a giraffe, have a blast! With attractions such as the world’s only underwater dolphin viewing dome, one of the country’s largest shark touch pools, giraffe feeding and a growing herd of African elephants, it's no surprise that the Indianapolis Zoo draws up to 1 million visitors per year. Read More >> Published: Apr 4, 2009

Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrates 100th year

Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrates 100th year This year is a very special one for the home of "the greatest spectacle in racing." The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, celebrates its centennial, including the 93rd running of the Indy 500. Read More >> Published: Apr 4, 2009

Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Monument: at the heart of downtown Indy

Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Monument: at the heart of downtown Indy War history buffs don't want to miss a visit to the Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Monument, one of the country's most beautiful and ornate memorials to U.S. military conflicts. The monument, found at the precise center of downtown at the circle, is considered a symbol of Indianapolis itself and is worth a stop just for a great view of downtown Indy. Read More >> Published: Mar 31, 2009

Childrens Museum of Indianapolis: made for kids, designed for excitement

Childrens Museum of Indianapolis: made for kids, designed for excitement It's all about kids at the world’s largest children’s museum. Where else could you find one of the world’s largest dinosaur exhibits? Or a planetarium and theater specifically designed for children? Or a castle made completely out of LEGO logs? Read More >> Published: Mar 4, 2009

Indianapolis Events

47th Annual Circle of Lights Festival: A holiday sight to be seen!

47th Annual Circle of Lights Festival: A holiday sight to be seen! One of Indianapolis' most treasured holiday traditions is fast approaching, and it's the 47th year. Circle of Lights, presented by the Contractors of Quality Connection and IBEW 481 electrical workers will take place the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 27, at the downtown Monument Circle. More than 100,000 people are expected this year. Read More >> Published: Oct 20, 2009

Hoosier Motor Club International Festival: Bringing a world of cultures together

Hoosier Motor Club International Festival: Bringing a world of cultures together The seventh annual international festival presented by AAA Hoosier Motor Club is central Indiana's largest and oldest pan-ethnic celebration, and will be held Nov. 12-22, 2009, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Hosted by the Nationalities Council of Indiana (NCI), the celebration showcases Indiana's ethnic diversity, celebrates the state’s unique ethnic traditions and encourages cultural exchange. Read More >> Published: Oct 6, 2009

Historic Indiana Ghost Tours: An October night of fright!

Historic Indiana Ghost Tours: An October night of fright! Kelties restaurant, The Fern of Westfield, and Historic Indiana Ghost Walks & Tours have joined together to offer central Indiana residents and visitors a one-of-a-kind ghoulish evening on Wednesday Oct. 28. Read More >> Published: Oct 4, 2009

Dillinger: Forging a Hoosier Legend at the Indiana State Library

Dillinger: Forging a Hoosier Legend at the Indiana State Library “DILLINGER! Forging a Hoosier Legend,” investigates the genesis of Dillinger’s gang, how it earned “celebrity” status, and the impact of its downfall. Read More >> Published: Sep 23, 2009

Museum of Miniature Houses Ninth Annual Sale: Mini houses in abundance!

Museum of Miniature Houses Ninth Annual Sale: Mini houses in abundance! Everyone has a hobby, right? If yours happens to be miniature houses, and you’re in Indianapolis Sept. 18 and 19, you’re in luck! The Carmel, Ind.-based Museum of Miniature Houses holds its Ninth Annual Dollhouse Miniatures Show and Sale at St. Lukes Methodist Church in north Indy. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

34th Annual Bands of America Grand National Championships: the best of the bands in the USA!

34th Annual Bands of America Grand National Championships: the best of the bands in the USA! Indianapolis-based Music for All, a 33-year-old Indianapolis-based nonprofit group founded to promote music education and literacy among high school and college youth, will once again host 100 bands from across the nation Nov. 11-14, 2009, at Lucas Oil Stadium in the 34th annual Bands of America Grand National Championships. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

2009 Heartland Film Festival: Exploring the best of humanity

2009 Heartland Film Festival: Exploring the best of humanity Indianapolis will once again host filmmakers from around the world showcasing independent, international short and feature length films during the 18th annual Heartland Film Festival Oct, 15 - 24, 2009. The festival offers moviegoers a rare glimpse at a wide variety of exclusive movies in addition to special events for film enthusiasts of all ages. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

2009 Circle City Classic: A sporting tradition since 1984

2009 Circle City Classic: A sporting tradition since 1984 The 26th annual Circle City Classic weekend is a celebration of cultural excellence and educational achievement while showcasing the spirit, energy and tradition of America's historically black colleges and universities. Celebrated this year on Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 1-3, the weekend culminates in the playing of the Circle City Classic football game Saturday, when Tuskegee University takes on Alabama A&M University, a game sponsored this year by American Family Insurance. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

WestFest 2009 at the Eiteljorg Museum: Russle up some food & fun, pardner!

WestFest 2009 at the Eiteljorg Museum: Russle up some food & fun, pardner! Did everyone in the U.S. West once carry six-shooters? What did the cowboys (and cowgirls) eat on the trail? Was the West as wild as it has been portrayed on the Silver Screen? The series “Star Trek: The Next Generation” called it “The Ancient West”. We who are still in the 21st Century still call it the Old West. But whatever you call it, strap on yer cowboy boots, spurs and lassos, pardner, and prepare for some knee-slappin’ entertainment at this year’s Eiteljorg Museum WestFest. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

Indy Jazz Fest 2009: With new ownership, jazzier than ever!

Indy Jazz Fest 2009: With new ownership, jazzier than ever! The Indy Jazz Fest in 2009 enters its 11th season with new management now responsible for developing the best in local, regional and international jazz talent, including the annual centerpiece, the annual Indy Jazz Fest, which will take place Sept. 21-27 in a variety of Indy-area venues. Read More >> Published: Aug 31, 2009

Seventh Annual Race for All Races: Run for diversity!

Seventh Annual Race for All Races: Run for diversity! The 10th anniversary of the founding of Indianapolis-based Asian American Alliance, Inc. (AAAI) is being celebrated this year with the seventh running of the “Race for All Races” Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, at 9 a.m. at Military Park in downtown Indy. Read More >> Published: Aug 29, 2009

Indianapolis Museum of Art: Sacred Spain in the 17th Century

Indianapolis Museum of Art: Sacred Spain in the 17th Century The first exhibition at the Indianapolis Museum of Art to scrutinize the visual symbols of the religious and spiritual culture of 17th Century Spain and Latin America will be unveiled at the IMA on Oct. 11, 2009. And it’s free. Read More >> Published: Aug 24, 2009

Penrod Arts Fair: one of the country's largest single-day annual arts fairs!

Penrod Arts Fair: one of the country's largest single-day annual arts fairs! Known for decades as one of the largest single-day art fairs in the United States, this year's Penrod Arts Fair, to be held Saturday, Sept. 12 on the grounds of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, promises to be an unforgettable gathering of artists, entertainment and food in the fair's 43-year history. Read More >> Published: Aug 24, 2009

14th Annual Rib America Festival: Ribs, music and more in downtown Indy!

14th Annual Rib America Festival: Ribs, music and more in downtown Indy! Indianapolis will for the 14th straight year host the ultimate Labor Day weekend barbecue festival when it welcomes the annual Rib America Festival -- one of several that occur each year in several Midwest cities. Read More >> Published: Aug 22, 2009

NHRA Mac Tools Nationals: The biggest and most prestigious annual drag racing contest in the world!

NHRA Mac Tools Nationals: The biggest and most prestigious annual drag racing contest in the world! Each Labor Day weekend for 55 years, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) racers and fans descend on O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis for the biggest, oldest, richest, and most prestigious drag race in the world. Read More >> Published: Aug 22, 2009

PBS Kids in the Park shatters attendance records

PBS Kids in the Park shatters attendance records Economy-minded children and their adult hosts showed up in record numbers at the free 2009 WFYI Let’s Meet PBS Kids in the Park festival Saturday, June 27, in downtown Indianapolis. Read More >> Published: Jul 8, 2009

Indianapolis Airport to hold public auction Aug. 4

Indianapolis Airport to hold public auction Aug. 4 Indianapolis International Airport, which recently opened a new terminal, is holding a special public auction of thousands of items, many with collectible value, at the old terminal just off Sam Jones Expressway and Interstate 465, on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Read More >> Published: Jul 8, 2009

Indiana State Fair: star-studded event, lots of animals!

Indiana State Fair: star-studded event, lots of animals! Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, the Oak Ridge Boys and Sandi Patty, not to mention reigning Miss America/Miss Indiana Katie Stam, headline a star-studded cast of performers at this year's Indiana State Fair, from Aug. 8-25 at the Indiana Fairgrounds. Read More >> Published: Jul 8, 2009

2009 U.S. Senior Open: Golfing vets compete in Central Indiana

2009 U.S. Senior Open: Golfing vets compete in Central Indiana The Crooked Stick Golf Club in the northern suburbs of Indianapolis will put Central Indiana once again at center stage of professional golf as it hosts the 30th U.S. Senior Championships July 2-Aug. 2. Read More >> Published: Jul 8, 2009

Roddick, Dent headline Tennis Championships

Roddick, Dent headline Tennis Championships Americans Andy Roddick and Taylor Dent are among the headliners at this year’s Indianapolis Tennis Championships. Presented by Eli Lilly and Co., the competition starts July 18 on the campus of Indiana University-Purdue University/Indianapolis. Read More >> Published: Jun 30, 2009

George Rickey sculptures on display downtown

George Rickey sculptures on display downtown Works by South Bend, Ind., native George Rickey, featuring 10 of the late artist's best known sculptures, are on display as part of a temporary exhibition in downtown Indianapolis. The exhibit continues through Sept. 17. Read More >> Published: Jun 23, 2009

'Return of the Olympians' will match top swimmers

'Return of the Olympians' will match top swimmers In what's been dubbed the “Return of the Olympians,” Michael Phelps and a host of other Olympic and championship swimmers reunite in Indianapolis this summer at the 2009 ConocoPhillips USA Swimming National Championships & World Championship Trials. Read More >> Published: Jun 23, 2009

Indiana Black Expo: USA's largest and longest-running annual African American celebration

Indiana Black Expo: USA's largest and longest-running annual African American celebration The country’s biggest, longest-running and most comprehensive exposition held for African-Americans and other minorities returns a 39th time with the Indiana Black Expo annual summer celebration July 9-29 at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. Read More >> Published: Jun 19, 2009

Orkestra Projekt’s “Agitation” inspires music lovers of all ages

Orkestra Projekt’s “Agitation” inspires music lovers of all ages “Agitation” is the theme of the Orkestra Projekt’s final concert of its sixth season on June 18 and 19 at the Indy Fringe Building, featuring the group’s typical combination of eclectic orchestral music, a casual atmosphere, hors d’oeuvres and drinks and one the most laid-back classical audiences you’ll find in Indianapolis. Read More >> Published: Jun 6, 2009

Walking with Dinosaurs: back after 65 million years

Walking with Dinosaurs: back after 65 million years Marvel at the realistic dinosaurs — both animatronic and suited — in BBC TV’s “Walking with Dinosaurs: The Arena Spectacular,” which runs at Indianapolis’ Conseco Fieldhouse July 8–12. Read More >> Published: Jun 1, 2009

Indianapolis Restaurants

Scholars Inn: South Beach dining at a Hoosier price

Scholars Inn: South Beach dining at a Hoosier price Situated in the heart of the downtown Indy theatre district, Scholars Inn has taken advantage of its location, a dramatic interior and an award-winning executive chef, to create a “South Beach experience with a Hoosier price." Read More >> Published: Oct 18, 2009

Bynum's Steakhouse: Best on the south side -- and the best dessert in Indy!

Bynum's Steakhouse: Best on the south side -- and the best dessert in Indy! Consistently voted one of the best steak houses in Indianapolis and most definitely the best steak house on the south side, Bynum’s is a generational phenomenon that attracts consistent loyalty from the racing world elite and most definitely the local yokels. Read More >> Published: Oct 3, 2009

Binkley's Kitchen & Bar: fun and flavor reborn

Binkley's Kitchen & Bar: fun and flavor reborn Binkley’s Kitchen & Bar boasts a long history, but a very modern appeal. With a new chef and bar manager, Binkley’s is treating patrons to a renaissance of fun and flavor. Read More >> Published: Jun 19, 2009

The Rathskeller: Bavarian flair in downtown Indy

The Rathskeller: Bavarian flair in downtown Indy Long considered the best German restaurant in the city, The Rathskeller has been serving up authentic Bavarian food and fun in Indianapolis since 1894. Read More >> Published: May 12, 2009

St. Elmo Steak House: impressing Indy since 1902

St. Elmo Steak House: impressing Indy since 1902 With 107 years behind it, St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis ought to know the restaurant business — and it does. Since 1902, St. Elmo has impressed clientele with exceptional prime rib, filet mignon, porterhouse and rib-eye steak. Read More >> Published: Apr 21, 2009

Yats Cajun/Creole: Louisiana's best for hotdog prices

Yats Cajun/Creole: Louisiana's best for hotdog prices Forget the $5 footlongs for lunch! Indianapolis diners with a craving for spicy fare can’t miss Yats for quality Cajun and Creole dining. With four Indianapolis locations, Yats has quickly made its mark on the low-cost dining scene — and among a surprisingly diverse set of consumer constituencies. Read More >> Published: Mar 18, 2009

Greek Islands Restaurant: traditional cuisine with a Hoosier twist

Greek Islands Restaurant: traditional cuisine with a Hoosier twist Serving up traditional Greek cuisine just a hop, skip and jump from downtown Indianapolis, Greek Islands Restaurant has been wowing customers with a mix of fantastic food and authentic belly dancing since 1987. Read More >> Published: Mar 11, 2009

Indianapolis Bars & Nightclubs

The Vogue: Indy's storied nightclub since 1977

The Vogue: Indy's storied nightclub since 1977 One the most popular and storied venues in the Midwest since its opening in the late 1970s, The Vogue has consistently been considered the top night spot in Indianapolis. Read More >> Published: May 28, 2009

Crackers Comedy Club: two locations, one fun time

Crackers Comedy Club: two locations, one fun time Chris Rock, Tim Allen, Rosie O’Donnell, Jay Leno and Ellen Degeneres are among the stand-up comics who have graced the stage at Crackers Comedy Club, one of the best-known and best-loved comedy joints in the Circle City. Read More >> Published: Apr 21, 2009