Then & Now: Laying the Cornerstone of the Central Library
A short 'then and now' about the history behind the 1916 setting of the cornerstone for the Central Library in downtown Indianaoplis.
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- Dec 28, 2022
- 5 min
Structural 'Wanderlust': The Relocation of the Bobbs-Merrill Building
Using images located in a collection in Michigan to explore the history of moving the Bobbs-Merrill building in downtown Indianapolis.
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- Dec 11, 2022
- 3 min
Mystery Buildings along MLK Jr. Street
Exploring the history behind a pair of unmarked brick buildings on the near north side of Indianapolis.
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- Aug 30, 2022
- 5 min
Evolving Designs: From the Union Trust Building to the Indiana National Bank
Exploring the history of the Union Trust Building and its, successor, the Indiana National Bank building on Market Street in Indianapolis.
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- Aug 23, 2022
- 9 min
Faith and Litigation: The Early History of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Indianapolis
Exploring the early history of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Jul 23, 2022
- 13 min
Constructing a Legacy Part II: The William P. Jungclaus Company from 1924-1967
A second post covering the history of the Indianapolis based William P. Jungclaus Co., from 1924 - 1967.
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- Jul 15, 2022
- 5 min
Alternate Indy History: What if Butler University Had Remained Downtown
Looking at the history of Butler University's first campus, and the "what if" had the university remained at that site.
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- Mar 27, 2022
- 11 min
Indiana's Bulwark of Civilization: The Construction of the State Library
Exploring the history behind the construction of the Indiana State Library by the William P. Jungclaus Co.
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- Mar 15, 2022
- 6 min
The Bridges of Marion County
Exploring the history behind several old Indianapolis bridge photos won from an eBay auction.
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- Feb 12, 2022
- 16 min
Indianapolis Fire Department and the 1973 Grant Fire: “The finest moment this department ever had.”
Examining one of the largest fires in the history of Indianapolis, and the efforts of the Indianapolis Fire Department in fighting the fire.
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- Jan 30, 2022
- 6 min
The Other Indianapolis City Market
Indianapolis once had two official city markets. This post explores the history of the now long-gone Western Market House.
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- Jan 18, 2022
- 5 min
Stereographing History: The Marion County Courthouse
Analyzing a recent eBay find of images from the old Marion County courthouse formerly located in downtown Indianapolis.
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- Jan 10, 2022
- 7 min
"Biggest Little Thoroughfare in Indianapolis": The History of Pearl Street
Exploring the history of Pearl Street, the biggest 'little' street in Indianapolis.
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- Dec 22, 2021
- 6 min
Construction of an Icon: Building the Circle Tower
Exploring the history of the Circle Tower in Indianapolis, designed by Rubush & Hunter, and constructed by the William P. Jungclaus Co.
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- Oct 29, 2021
- 10 min
Panorama of White River State Park: A Closer Look
Exploring several highlights contained within a 1981 panoramic photo taken of Indianapolis from a vantage point in White River State Park.
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- Aug 27, 2021
- 9 min
Remembering the 12th Street and Canal Crossing Through the Photography of O. James Fox
Exploring the history of the neighborhood around 12th Street and the Canal in Indianapolis through the photography of O. James Fox.
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- Aug 8, 2021
- 11 min
Constructing a Legacy: William P. Jungclaus and the Building of Indianapolis
Exploring the history of William P. Jungclaus and the founding of the present day Jungclaus Campbell general contracting firm.
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- Jul 24, 2021
- 5 min
Constructing a Neighborhood Landmark: Meridian Street Methodist Church
Exploring the history of the Meridian Street Methodist Church's location in Butler-Tarkington.
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- Jul 14, 2021
- 5 min
Uncovering the Past: The Ruins at the JW Marriott
Reminiscing about the discovery of a potentially historical structure during the construction of the JW Marriott Hotel.
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- May 18, 2021
- 19 min
A Source of Controversy and Relief: The Marion County Poor Farm
Exploring the complicated history of the Marion County, Indiana poor farm from its founding to the middle of the 20th century.
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