One half of the Landmark for Peace Memorial. | Photo by the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana
History is more than what you can read in a book, and this Black History Month, you can see important locations from the past for yourself.
Take a tour of these monuments and buildings that commemorate Indianapolis’ Black history.
Crispus Attucks High School
In 1770, Crispus Attucks, a sailor of African and Native American descent, was the first American to die in the Boston Massacre. This school opened in 1927 in his name as a segregated school for Black students. Today, the building houses a museum filled with local memorabilia and other artifacts.
The Major Taylor mural was unveiled in 2021 at 11 S. Meridian St.
Photo by INDYtoday team
Major Taylor Velodrome
Indianapolis native and bicyclist Marshall Walter “Major” Taylor was the first Black athlete to achieve championship status in any competitive sport, earning three US championship titles and two world championship titles between 1898 and 1910.
The velodrome (an arena built specifically for track cycling) named in his honor is one of only 21 velodromes in the US. It hosts weekly training, racing, and open track events between April and September. Pro tip: Spectator admission is free, and highly entertaining.
Meet the Animals | 3:30 p.m. | Zionsville Nature Center | Free | Meet the center’s resident reptiles + amphibians and learn about their unique traits.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
AI, Art, and You: Shirley Mueller, M.D. | 6 p.m. | Eskenazi Hall | Free | Join a fascinating lecture about the shared humanity created through art that AI can’t replicate.
Boxes of Love | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Yeager Office Suites of Carmel | Free | Help create fun care baskets for women in need of encouragement — you can also bring self-care items to donate.
Photo Walk in Fairbanks Park | 5-6 p.m. | Newfields | $10 (Free for members) | Grab your camera and capture the beauty of the season on this guided tour.
Hoosiers, your tastebuds are in for a treat. | Photos by Jose Perez Photography
Good food for a good cause? Count us in.
Hoosiers are invited to Corks & Forks, presented by Kroger, happening on Tuesday, March 25 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This elegant food + bev journey takes place on the court floor at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
And, Indy, this isn’t your typical gala with a long program and plated meal.
Mingle and enjoy dozens of creative small plates, signature drinks, a silent auction, and more on the same court where the Pacers play. Bonus: There will be vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes, as well as at least one mocktail available.
Spend the evening with some of Indy’s top chefs, bartenders, and business leaders during this iconic event that supports Second Helpings’ mission to fight hunger in central Indiana from all angles.
Tickets are $150 per person, or if you’re attending with multiple people, the new group ticket package features eight tickets for $1,000.
The inaugural PVF All-Star Match is set to tip off on Saturday, Feb. 22 — now with interactive live music + art experiences, courtesy of a partnership with GANGGANG. Here’s what to look forward to.
Open
It’s time to finally say goodbye to that crick in your neck. Electric Life Chiropractic has opened in The Stutz, with the goal of helping patients return to their best, pain-free life within 90 days. Book an appointment.
Biz
Ingredion Inc. announced it’s adding a $100 million expansion to its west side starch manufacturing plant. The company says the 2026 expansion will expand its production capabilities, while reducing air emissions — fingers crossed. Learn more about its history of citations. (Mirror Indy/WISH)
Closing
When one door opens, another one closes. Just three months after opening a new location in Avon, Gray Brothers Cafeteria announced it’s closing its original Mooresville location and selling the building for $10 million. The cafeteria will continue to operate until the building sells. (IBJ)
Concert
Another day, another country music star coming to Ruoff Music Center this summer. Dierks Bentley will be bringing his “Broken Branches” tour to the ampitheater on Saturday, July 19. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. (WTHR)
Job
Home run summer job = working at Victory Field. Head to the ballpark through the administration doors for open interviews on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Number
115. That’s how many brave souls took a polar plunge in Greenwood on Saturday, raising more than $48,000 for Special Olympics Indiana. The organization is hosting several more plunges in the coming weeks. Register here. (WTHR)
Listen
It’s been a disappointing season for the Notre Dame men’s basketball team, but could their win over Boston College be the turning point? Go beyond the scoreboard with Locked On Fighting Irish.
Try This
It may be cold now, but we’ve already got summer on our minds. Read: It’s never too early to think about summer camps at Indy Art Center — especially since registration is already open. Sign your kiddos up for ceramics, glass art, photography, and more.*
Number
20 grams. That’s how much protein is in two scoops of NativePath’s Grass-Fed Collagen Powder — blend it into coffee, smoothies, or even winter soups to boost beauty and health daily.*
The Buy
The Buy
This No. 1 best-selling exercise dress. Wear it for your afternoon walk, then add a cardigan for dinner and cocktails.
Incoming food alert: Culinary Dropout opens tomorrow at 1320 E. 86th St., and you’re gonna want to pencil it in for your weekend brunch. Here’s what I enjoyed (so much that I had to take a nap afterwards).
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