Have you ever driven through Indianapolis, OK? | Photo by fklv via Creative Commons
Have you ever told someone you’re from Indianapolis and had them ask, “Which one?” Okay, us neither — but technically, the Circle City is just one of three towns named Indianapolis in the US.
Here’s a little bit about our less famous doppelgangers.
Indianapolis, Iowa
This community was founded in 1845 by settlers from — you guessed it — Indianapolis, and reached its peak in the 1880s. After talks of a railroad linkage from Clinton and Oskaloosa fell through, the population began to decline. Today, the community is home to 993 people with a median age of 45 years old. The average home value is $59,100, and the median income per household is about $41,534 — a far cry from the cost of housing + average income in our Indy.
Indianapolis, Oklahoma
This settlement directly off a railroad line was inhabited from the 1800s to the late 1900s, but saw a major decline in population during The Great Depression and is now a ghost town. According to explorers, all that is left today are the remains of an old grain elevator and a sign near the Rock Island railroad siding identifying the area as Indianapolis.
We still think we have the best Indianapolis of them all. These awesome facts should prove it.
Asked
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When was Indianapolis selected as the Indiana state capital?
Treesgiving | 9 a.m. | Cardinal Park, Brownsburg | Free | Bring your work gloves and close-toed shoes to help plant trees.
Steak N Songs at Duke’s | 7-10 p.m. | Duke’s Indy | Cost of purchase | Sink your teeth into a sensational dinner + equally amazing show.
Thursday, Nov. 21
Sketching in the Park | 5-6 p.m. | Newfields | $10 | Take a guided tour of the artwork around the park + sketch the interaction between the human-made sculptures and natural elements.
Wine Appreciation Night | 6-7 p.m. | The Rejoicing Vine | $30 | Sip, swirl, and savor wines while learning about their unique flavors + characteristics.
An Evening with Leslie Odom Jr. | 8 p.m. | The Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel | $37+ | Be in the room where it happens with the “Hamilton” alum.
Saturday, Nov. 23
Holiday Market | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Iron & Ember Events, Carmel | $6+ | Shop handmade goods from local vendors while you savor festive sips + snacks.
Holiday English Wreath Workshop | 1-2 p.m. | Dammann’s Garden Center & Greenhouse, Inc. | $45 | Design a beautiful wreath for your front door.
Discover “Preston Singletary’s Raven and the Box of Daylight”
Presented by Eiteljorg Museum
Pro tip: Museum admission allows access to the exhibition. | Photos by INDYtoday
Art lovers and anyone who appreciates a good story, listen up: Prepare to have your mind blown, the next time you visit the Eiteljorg Museum.
We recently got a sneak peek of this stunning — and critically acclaimed — exhibition currently on display.
Featuring 60+ Native American glass sculptures, this exhibition brings to life the story of the Raven from Tlingit oral tradition through storytelling, original music, coastal Pacific Northwest soundscapes, and stunning projected images.
With more than 40 years of experience, Singletary is able to tell the story of Raven, who, in Tlingit culture, transformed the world and brought his people from darkness into light via the stars, moon, + sun, in a new format that must be seen to be believed. Read: Hoosiers should prepare to embark on a multisensory journey while witnessing the brilliance of Singletary’s glass artistry.
Looks like fall weather is officially over. On Thursday morning, temps will drop into the low 30s with wind chills of 15-25 degrees, and snow is likely — although it won’t stick. (WTHR)
Travel
Frontier Airlines announced it’s adding nonstop flights from IND to Tampa International Airport and Hartsford-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The Tampa flight will launch Thursday, March 6, with service to Atlanta beginning the next day. See you soon, TBAYtoday. (WTHR)
Development
Near North Development Corp. and local builder Onyx + East will be constructing an $8 million, 20-unit townhouse development on a remediated brownfield site at 2179 N. Illinois St. The homes will have three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, with either 1,270 or 1,550 sqft of space. (IBJ)
Concert
We have a new reason to believe. Rod Stewart is bringing his “One Last Time” tour to Ruoff Music Center on Saturday, Aug. 9. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m., with presale already underway for Citi cardmembers. (WRTV)
Community
The Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash is racing towards its Thanksgiving Day event, getting people to move their feet so others can eat — but it still needs volunteers to answer questions, cheer on runners, and more. Sign up. (WTHR)
Pets
Winter is coming, and community cats need your help to stay warm. Pick up a free Styrofoam shelter by visiting Indianapolis Animal Care Services from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday through Saturday, Dec. 14., or stop by Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside from 12 to 3 p.m. every Sunday through Sunday, Dec. 22. (WISH)
Announced
Want to meet a Galapagos or Aldabra tortoise? You could have your chance on Friday, June 13 when the Indianapolis Zoo welcomes these giants for its Zoobilation 2025: Giant Shellabration. Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, Feb. 4. (WISH)
Sports
It’s safe to say that Notre Dame handled Virginia just as well as we expected they would. Locked On has the scoop on how the victory will shape the team’s trajectory in the next few weeks.
Finance
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Seasonal
🎁 Holiday gifting class is in session
Including the best headphones and a dorm-friendly basketball hoop. | Graphic by 6AM City
From classroom-approved water bottles to great campus attire, shop the best holiday gifts for students.
Local pick:Eleanor’s Everything Sauce | $12.00 | Help them upscale their Top Ramen with a locally-made hot sauce.
Stanley Quencher | $45.00 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.
Local pick:Notebooks and desk supplies | Prices vary | Check out Semantics Paper Goods to restock your favorite student with the best pens and notepads.
With friends and family visiting for the holidays, there’s no better time to break out the board + card games. Here are five for your next family game night:
🎲 Up to 20 players can participate in Herd Mentality for some udderly hilarious fun.
🎲 Ticket to Ride is a top-rated board game for 2-5 players ages 8+.
🎲 Everyone can put their poker face to the test in You Laugh You’re Out.
🎲 Ransom Notes is an easy-to-play game that will leave the entire family belly laughing.
🎲 Coup is a fast and fun bluffing game for 2-6 players ages 13+.
What’s your go-to holiday shopping bev? If you’re hitting Castleton Square Mall soon, I’d recommend the peppermint mocha from Cath Coffee — it made me feel like I needed to go home and put on a Lindsay Lohan Netflix Christmas movie immediately.
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