History

Indy’s coldest day on record was Jan. 19, 1994 when the city hit -27°.
Fun rides. Fried food. World-class music. We all know what the State Fair looks like today, but how has it transformed over its 170+ year history?
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 19 museums in Indy have it all.
Once booming, these shopping meccas are now barren. Let’s take a peek at the malls of Indy’s past — plus hope for the future.
The Ruins that have imbued Holliday Park with a historical flair for decades lived an interesting life before they came to Indy.
David Letterman fans can now spend the night at the late night TV host’s childhood home.
Believe it or not, dozens of businesses have been continuously operating in Indy for well over 100 years. Here are just a few of our favorites.
No slaughterhouses here — check out the history of these local buildings designed by the grandfather and father of Indy’s most famous author, Kurt Vonnegut.
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
The museum completed its transformation in just 17 months.
One of Indy’s most unusual buildings has a long history that’s just as unique and exciting as its architecture.
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