Indiana Historical Society
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Indiana's Storyteller: Connecting People to the Past
Indianapolis, IN
Joined March 2009
Feel the 80’s groove with our next Concert on the Canal! Reserve your table today for a fun-filled evening on July 24. Find more info here: Presented by OneAmerica Financial Foundation
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When you step into history at the Indiana Historical Society, take a piece home with you by visiting the Basile History Market! Find unique books, locally made gifts, Indiana-inspired treasures, and more. Plus, you can even shop online! Visit:
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Summertime brings the heat! How are you staying cool this summer? One yummy way would be with a frozen treat! Pictured here is a snow cone vendor in Indianapolis in the 1950s helping cool down the public with delicious snow cones! 🍧
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On this day in 1936, a Soap Box Derby took place in Terre Haute, Indiana. This race was sponsored by the Terre Haute Hotel Marine Room. Pictured here you can see a boy posing in his car.
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Are you heading downtown to celebrate WNBA All-Star Weekend? Check out IHS for the Indy Hoops Pass! Use code: HOOPS for a discount on your tickets to IHS. Pictured below is the Shortridge girls basketball team practicing in 1939.
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Get ready to dance the night away with our next Concert on the Canal! Join us July 24 for Big 80’s, an 80’s Tribute Band! Celebrate one of the great decades with us at IHS with fun and live music in downtown Indianapolis. Reserve your tablet today.
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WNBA All-Star Weekend is here! 🏀 Going downtown? Participate in the Indy Hoops Pass and visit IHS for basketball Hoosier history with Chuck Taylor. Use code: HOOPS for discounted 🎟️.
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Celebrate WNBA All-Star Weekend by looking into Hoosier women’s basketball history with photos from the IHS collections! Pictured here is Cheryl Cook, who was named “Miss Basketball” in 1981 and was from Indianapolis Washington High School.
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The Harrison family’s legacy goes beyond Indiana—into Latin America! Discover this unexpected presidential connection in our latest blog from IHS Curator in the Library and Archives Division, Nicole Martinez-LeGrand.
indianahistory.org
Spanning three generations, the Harrisons played active roles in the political and economic development of Latin America during a century …
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Explore Indy basketball history during WNBA All-Star Weekend! 🏀 Sign up for the Indy Hoops Pass and check in at spots like Gainbridge Fieldhouse, NCAA Hall of Champions, and even the Indiana Historical Society! Rack up points and earn prizes.
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Hot dog, hot diggity dog! 🌭Today is National Hot Dog Day! From classic to Chicago to coney, hot dogs can take on many different forms. To celebrate, here is a photo of three young boys sharing a hot dog at the Indiana State Fair in 1951.
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At the Indiana Historical Society, history comes alive through immersive exhibits, engaging programs, and more. Plan your visit today and explore Hoosier history with IHS.
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On this day in 1849, a post office called Taw Taw was established in Allen County, Indiana. In 1858, it was renamed Arcola, though the town wasn’t platted until 1864.
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Become a member of IHS and help keep Hoosier history alive! As a member, you’ll enjoy free admission, special event access, discounts, and the satisfaction of supporting Hoosier history for generations to come. Find out more and click the link:
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Step back in time and visit Indiana Historical Society to learn more about Hoosier history with our exhibits! Discover more about events, people, structures and more that helped shape Indiana. Find out more!
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Our next installment of Walking the Electric Rail happens tomorrow! Join us as we stroll through downtown Indianapolis to learn more about the historic interurban lines that connected our city.
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Did you know June is National Parks and Recreation Month? Whether you’re hiking, biking, or soaking up the sunshine, there’s something for everyone at parks! To celebrate, here is a photo of Rocky Hollow at Turkey Run State Park in Parke County, Indiana.
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Join us for a monthly taste of history with Flavors of the Heartland. Each month, we feature a historical, family, or community recipe with presenters. Tomorrow, join Bethany Hrachovec as she shares her recipe for blackberry cobbler and ice cream!
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Today is the National Day of Rock n’ Roll! Turn up the music, we are celebrating Hoosier Rock N’ Roll with a photo of The Ink Spots, a vocal group who rose to international fame in the 1930s and were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1989!
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Step into the minds of historians by visiting the IHS blog! Find your next favorite story or collection with the many topics our bloggers write about. Visit:
indianahistory.org
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