06.26.2023

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📍 Indy’s Hollywood signs

Indy’s most iconic landmarks

Indy is moving forward with three big initiatives in the near future. | Photo via @danielgrosephotography

We’ve all been there: Someone’s trying to give you directions by describing 10 lefts, 20 rights, and a jumble of cardinal directions. Isn’t it easier to just point out a landmark?

That’s exactly what we’re doing. We have 10 of the most recognizable Indy landmarks — from Soldiers and Sailors Monument to “Ann Dancing.” Not only are these local icons easy to remember, but they’ll also get you where you need to go in a jiffy.

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Address: 1 Monument Cir.

Nearby: Salesforce Tower, Christ Church Cathedral, The Columbia Club

The iconic structure is only 15 ft shorter than the Statue of Liberty and features some unusual details like bears. When the observation deck is open, you can get a 360-degree view of the skyline.

People paddling on the canal in a swan boat — You know it’s summer when you start seeing these swans.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Downtown Canal Walk

Address: 801 W. Washington St.

Nearby: Indiana Statehouse, White River State Park

The Canal in itself is a landmark, but when you’re trying to meet someone at the popular summer spot, it’s best to let them know where you are in relation to the “Orange Bridge.”

Salesforce Tower

Address: 1 E. Ohio St.

Nearby: Monument Circle, Columbia Club, Christ Church Cathedral

If you’re still calling it “Chase Tower,” you’re not alone. The tallest building in Indiana opened in 1990 and has been called Bank One throughout the years, as well.

Exterior of the Bottleworks Hotel at night — The Bottleworks District looks pretty magical in the moonlight.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Bottleworks District

Address: 850 Mass Ave.

Nearby: The Garage Food Hall, PINS Mechanical Co., Living Room Theaters

It’s hard to miss Bottleworks’ marquee-style “Hotel” sign, especially when it’s lit up at night. It was once part of the world’s largest Coca-Cola bottling plant.

Indiana Statehouse

Address: 200 W. Washington St.

Nearby: Downtown Canal Walk, Indiana Government Center

If you grew up in the Hoosier State, you’ve probably gone on a field trip to this historic building. Fun fact: there are snail fossils in the marble floors.

5 more landmarks

Events

Monday, June 26

Let’s Talk Homeownership | Monday, June 26 | 4-6 p.m. | Sun King Brewery, 135 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Bring your questions + meet with HUD-certified housing counselors, lenders, realtors, and home inspectors to learn more about home buying.

Tuesday, June 27

Cookie Decorating Class | Tuesday, June 27 | 6-8 p.m. | The Speak Easy, 5255 N. Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis | $30 | Join Kuiper Cookie Co. to decorate up to five summer-themed cookies in a family-friendly environment.

Wednesday, June 28

An Evening with Mike Gordon | Wednesday, June 28 | 8 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $30 | Mike is the bassist + co-founder of the improv rock band Phish and he’s touring with his sixth solo album.

Thursday, June 29

Tinker House Taco Takeover | Thursday, June 29-Thursday, Oct. 26 | 5-10 p.m. | Tinker House, 1101 E.16th St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Every Thursday this summer, Gordito’s Food Truck will be serving up tacos + tortas to enjoy on the pet-friendly patio.

Friday, June 30

Marion County Fair | Friday, June 30-Sunday, July 9 | 8 a.m. | Fairgrounds, 7300 E. Troy Ave., Indianapolis | $8 | Parking is free across the street from the main entrance at Gate 4 + closer parking is available for $10 at Gate 1.

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Biz

These woodworkers are creating functional art with local roots

The details of a walnut writer's desk by Beyond Makers.

Beyond Makers handcrafted this writer’s desk with local walnut. | Photo by Beyond Makers

Indianapolis woodworkers Garrett Henry and Ty Ramsey are in the business of creating functional and sustainable art. From fine walnut desks and full cherry cabinetry build-outs to modern takes on classic chef’s tools, every piece is custom-made and beautifully imagined.

The duo founded Beyond Makers in 2017, and later set up shop at Pogue’s Run Business Park in east Indy. Thanks to their background in the arts, Garrett and Ty bring a high level of detail, eye for design, and uncompromising quality to all their work. (Read: No filler material, just real, local hardwood.) Each piece is built to last — and it shows.

Ready to start buying furniture you’ll keep forever? If you’re looking for something unique (no project is too big or too small) or just want to awe in fine craftsmanship, schedule a tour of the workshop to see what Beyond Makers can do for you. Psst... mention “INDYtoday” for 10% off, up to $1,000.

That used to be a tree?

News Notes

Weather

A tornado touched down in Johnson County yesterday and the severe weather in Marion County could have caused downed trees + traffic signal outages. To report debris in the right-of-way, call 317-327-4622 or report it online. (IndyStar)

Civic

Concerned about pedestrian safety in Indy? A proposal to make greenway crossing zones safer is on its way for a full City-County Council vote soon. If passed, DPW would look at traffic data at every Indy trail crossing + determine whether they need safety upgrades. (WRTV)

Edu

The newly established Pathways Partnership between Ivy Tech + Purdue Global aims to help some of the 350,000 Hoosiers with some college credit finish up their degrees. It allows for an “unrestricted transfer” and use of Ivy Tech’s credits and associate degrees toward a bachelor’s degree from Purdue Global. (IBJ)

Active

As part of IU Health Momentum Indy, a Major Taylor ride is set for Saturday, Aug. 26 starting at the AT&T building. The rides will range from 14, 30, or 62 miles and end in a brunch with live music. Plus, the Mass Avenue + Indy Crits will be held that same weekend.

Hoosier

Brownsburg cyclist Chloé Dygert continued her comeback from a severe leg injury by winning the US time trial championship last week. This means we have a Hoosier likely headed to the world championships and even Paris Olympics next year. Congrats, Chloé. (WISH)

Feel Good

If you watched the 500 this year, you’ll remember the car parked outside of Turn 2 that was hit by a tire. That car owner has a new whip, thanks to IMS President Doug Boles. He sent her home with a 2023 Chevy Equinox and worked on an arrangement for her to keep it. (WTHR)

Wellness

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Health

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Games

🔎 Name this neighborhood

Name this Indy neighborhood

A map screenshot with the landmark names whited out

Don’t get too comfortable, we’re starting off easy with this neighborhood. | Screenshot via Google Maps

Do you know your Circle City neighborhoods, Hoosiers? Prove it.

We’ve got a new game ready for you and it’s called “Name this Neighborhood.” The instructions are simple: based on the limited information in the above map, tell us which Indianapolis neighborhood is pictured.

We know our readers are pretty map-savvy, so we made it a bit more challenging by covering up the names of the area’s landmarks. If you’re feeling extra brainy this morning, get those brownie points by naming as many landmarks as you can.

If you’ve figured it out, let us know at the button below and make sure to give us feedback on the difficulty level.

I know, I know

The Wrap

Anna Bowman in a black shirt and jewelry

Today’s edition by:
Anna Bowman

From the editor

When I asked our Instagram followers what their favorite landmarks are in the city this week, one of them said, “The murals.” I thought this was an interesting answer + wanted to remind our readers that we have a whole guide dedicated to some of the most noteworthy murals around town. This is also a friendly reminder to keep an eye out for our stories — you never know what we might ask.

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