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Indiana War Memorial

431 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Downtown Indianapolis)
317-232-7615
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Ranked #9 of 71 attractions in Indianapolis
Type: Military Museums, Monuments/ Statues
Description: A tribute to Indiana war veterans, from World War I to the Vietnam War.
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Houston, Texas, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

The history of each war is displayed quite well. The lists of Hossiers that gave their lives in the Civil War, the world Wars, VN, and the more recent wars is humbling and puts into perspective the cost of war. This is a can't miss destination.

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Mount Pleasant, Michigan
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

The monuments and downtown area are really worth parking and walking around. You can walk to the capital easily and also the square.

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Oklahoma
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13 attraction reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

I have been all over the world and this is, hands down, my favorite statue. It is huge and there is a museum inside which you can view for free. Do NOT miss this!!

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Blackburn, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Title says it all. Pleasant to walk around and view from all angles. Amazing how many wars there were. Town seems very war memorial orientated. You can go in but it was closed when we were there.

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

It was always something to see when we were little and holds lots of memories for me. Now it has more appeal and it is a focal point in Indianapolis. Every city should have such a memorial for their servicemen and women.

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Oak Park, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

If you are in Indianapolis, you must go to the War Memorial. There is not much to do there, and you won't spend a lot of time in there, but it is one of those places that gives you a sense of awe. The main room upstairs, is huge, quiet, and imposing. You feel the weight of the sacrifice of... More

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Delaware
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Smack in the middle of downtown Indianapolis, this memorial impresses in its solemn stateliness, yet the simplicity of its tribute of remembrance. One of many monuments in this lovely city, next only to Wash. DC, in monuments (and also designed by Pierre L'Enfant, like our nation's capitol city). Well done, Indiana!

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Lexington, Kentucky
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58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We were in town on this holiday and was touched by the sentiment of this huge tribute to Indiana soldiers and sailors who sacrificed for our country. A major street in this Midwest city is devoted to a series of monuments to the armed services and their goal of preserving and protecting peace. Although the interior was closed for the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

Did a walk by today. Didn't get a chance to go inside.. but the monument is very beautiful and respectful. It's very central down town and near circle mall. Check it out.. It can be mixed with many activities and great places to eat dinner downtown. See my review on the Brazilian Steak house!.

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See 5 more reviews by ShanghaiCanuck for Indianapolis
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 via mobile

Was driving through the city and decided to park and walk around here. Very peaceful and beautifully made. Pays tribute to those who served.

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