Indiana Postcards
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Indiana Buildings Postcards
Indiana Statehouse
Located in Indianapolis, the Indiana Statehouse is the state capitol building of the state of Indiana. Built in 1888, it houses the Indiana General Assembly, the Governor of Indiana, and the Supreme Court of Indiana along with other state officials.
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Indiana State Capitol Building
The statue of Oliver P. Morton, Civil War Governor of Indiana from 1861-1867, stands at the Market Street entrance. This Neo-Roman structure with its Corinthian columns was constructed in 1877-1888 at a cost of 2 million dollars. The building's most distinguishing feature was the gold dome, which was 72 feet in diameter and rises to a height of 234 feet about ground.
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State Capitol
The Indiana State Capitol Building, Indianapolis, Indiana, an example of Neo-Roman Architecture in downtown Indianapolis, built in 1888, was designed by architect Edwin May. It houses the Governor's office, the two houses of the legislature, and the supreme court.
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Eiteljorg Museum
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian and Western Art located in White River State Park is a "must see" experience when you visit Indiana. Beautiful landscaping features this fountain and bronze sculpture of five deer running through the water by Kenneth Bunn.
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Thomas Lincoln Family Cabin (circa 1816)
The Lincoln Family came to Indiana in December, 1816 when Abraham was only seven years old and, during the next thirteen years, carved out of the forest a typical frontier farm. This farm has been reproduced at Lincoln Living Historical Farm, Lincoln City, Indiana.
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George Rogers Clark Memorial
Commemorates the conquest of the Northwest, and the Revolutionary War achievements of Gen. George Rogers Clark. Erected on the bank of the Wabash River in 1936 on the site of Old Fort Sackville, which was captured from the British by Gen. Clark and his comrades in 1779.
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Round Barns in Indiana
Very popular in Indiana with the early farmers because they were faster, easier and cheaper to build. (2 men could build one). About 100 still survive and some are still in use, particularly in the North East part of the state.
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Lucas Oil Stadium
Established in 2008, this state-of-the-art stadium has a seating capacity of 63,000. Its retractable roof and retractable north window offer a breathtaking view of downtown Indianapolis
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The Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument
Standing 284 feet tall, this limestone and bronze monument is the center of the “Circle City”, Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Indiana Covered Bridges and Mills Postcards
Adam's Mill
Adam's Mill built in 1845 on Wild Cat Creek in Carroll County, Indiana.
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Bell's Ford Bridge
91 Covered Bridges-many over 100 years old still exist in Indiana. BELL'S FORD BRIDGE is 325 feet long and was built in 1869 over the east fork of White River in Jackson County near Seymour, Indiana.
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Eugene Bridge
Crosses the Vermillion River at the north edge of Eugene, Indiana. It was built in 1873, a one span Burr arch, and is 192' long and 16' wide.
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Potter's Bridge
This 259 foot long, double span Howe truss bridge is Hamilton County's only remaining covered bridge. The structure was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991 and in 1999 Potter's Bridge Park was opened.
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Ramp Covered Bridge
Over Salt Creek at North entrance, Brown County State Park, 1 mile South East of Nashville, Indiana. Built 1838 at Raccoon, Indiana and moved to park in 1932. A single span, 96 ft., two lane, Burr Arch type, it is perhaps the oldest bridge in use in Indiana.
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Bonneyville Mill
Bonneyville Mill built in 1834 three miles east of Bristol in Elkhart County. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Indiana Supreme Court Postcards
Indiana Supreme Court Justices
Indiana Supreme Court Justices: James Frazier, Jehu Elliot, Robert Gregory, and Charles Ray (l. to r.) were elected in the 1864 election alongside Governor Oliver P. Morton and President Abraham Lincoln.
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Indiana Supreme Court Courtroom
The Court has been hearing cases in this courtroom since 1888 when the present State House was completed. This is longer than any other supreme court in the United States has sat in the same place.
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Indiana Supreme Court Seal
In 1818 the second session of the Indiana General Assembly appropriated $98.75 to the Indiana Supreme Court for the purchase of books and the creation of its own seal. The Court has used this seal ever since.
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Indiana Postcards, Indianapolis
Greetings From Indianapolis
The capital of the State of Indiana, Indianapolis is the 13th largest city in the United States. It is also the second most populous state capital behind Phoenix, Arizona. Indianapolis is the largest city in the United States not located on a major body of water.
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Indianapolis Canal and Walkway
Indianapolis has many parks such as this canal and walkway which provide a relaxing atmosphere away from heavy traffic and high buildings which now dwarf the captitol building once the tallest building in Indiana by state law.
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Dedicated to the Indiana men killed in action during W.W.I, W.W.II, and the Korean War this memorial includes a 450 seat auditorium and a military museum. University Square, with its cascading fountain (background) and Obelisk Square (foreground), provide a lovely resting spot in mid-town Indianapolis.
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Indiana Outdoors Postcards
Greetings from Indiana/Clifty Falls
One of Indiana's most spectacular natural wonders. You'll see breathtaking waterfalls and deep bouldered canyons as you hike along the trails through this scenic 178-acre state park.
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Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
The First State Capitol (1816-1825) is situated in the center of Corydon's National Historic District. The historic district includes many of Indiana's foremost landmarks. Corydon was also the scene of Indiana's only Civil War battle on July 9, 1863 during General John Hunt Morgan's Great Raid through Indiana and Ohio.
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Indiana Sports Postcards
Old Main Gate
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Between 1909 and 1973, the main entrance to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (seen here in 1947) was originally located to take advantage of a railway station, which was directly across the street.
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Racing Capitol of the World
This 2 1/2 mile oval track, where the very first 500-mile race was held in 1911, hosts three of the largest single day sporting events in the world, the Indianapolis 500, Brickyard 400, and the United State Grand Prix. The newest edition to the infield was the road course, which was completed in 2000.
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Indianapolis 500 Pagoda
For many years, the Indianapolis 500 radio network broadcast booth and the timing and scoring crews were housed in this Japanese-style Pagoda. Shown in the early 1950s, this landmark was razed after the 1956 race to make way for a newer Master Control Tower.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Every Memorial Day Weekend, race fans gather from the world over to see the latest in automotive excellence put to the ultimate test.
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First Indianapolis 500 in 1911
Part of the 40-car field pulls away on the pace lap of the very first Indianapolis 500 in 1911. The cars were lined up in rows of five (rather than three), and in the early days most drivers were accompanied by a riding mechanic.
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Conseco Fieldhouse
This 193 million dollar facility opened in the fall of 1999, seats 18,500 fans, and is the new home of the Indiana Pacers in downtown Indianapolis.
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RCA Dome
The RCA Dome, Indianapolis, Indiana. Thousands of fans hurry past the Convention Center (r) into the 62,000 seat indoor sports arena to enjoy a thrilling game with the Indianapolis Colts.
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Indiana Emblems Postcards
Seal of State of Indiana
The Indiana State Seal, a needlepoint piece totaling more than a half-million stitches, was created by Hoosier members of the Embroiderer's Guild of America as a bicentennial gift to the Indiana State Museum.
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Indiana State Flag
The state flag (formerly called banner) was adopted by the General Assembly in 1917 as part of the commemoration of the state's Centennial, after a competition sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. The prize-winning design was submitted by Paul Hadley of Mooresville, IN. The torch in the center stands for liberty and enlightenment; the rays represent their far-reaching influence. The outer circle of stars stands for the original thirteen states, and the inner circle of stars for the five states next admitted to the Union. The larger star stands for Indiana, the nineteenth state. The name was changed from banner to flag by act of the 1955 General Assembly. The state flag is "regulation in addition to the American flag, with all of the military forces in the State of Indiana, and in all public functions in which the state may or shall officially appear." The state colors are always carried or displayed on the observer's right of the Stars and Stripes.
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Indiana State Tree
The tulip tree, Liriodendron Tulipifera, was adopted as the state tree by an act of the Indiana General Assembly on March 3, 1931. Attaining average heights of 80'-120', it was once the monarch of the great forests that covered Indiana in pioneer times. The tulip tree is now used in landscaping for its shape, size, and distinctive bell-shaped yellow blossoms. Its white wood is used for furniture, toys, and musical instruments.
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Indiana State Bird
The cardinal, (Richmondena Cardinalis Cardinalis), was adopted as the state bird by an act of the General Assembly on March 9, 1933. The male is bright red with a black face and a red bill. The female is a buff-brown with tinges of red on wings and tail. A year long resident of Indiana, the cardinal's rich and cheery voice may be heard in any season. They nest in thickets of brambles or low saplings. The eggs, 2 to 4, are pale bluish-green with brown markings.
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Indiana Map Quilt
The Hoosier Heritage Quilt, a collaboration between Indiana Department of Natural Resources and the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service, features quilt blocks made by winners from each Indiana county, pieced together in "stained glass" style. The official state quilt is a tribute to Hoosier pride and to the participants.
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Greetings from Indiana
This map of the Hoosier State includes drawings of the state flag, state flower, notable places, people, and resources.
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