CULTURAL DISTRICTS
Indianapolis' Cultural Districts - Indianapolis boasts not one, not two, but six unique “cultural districts.” Each district offers you inspiring public art, amazing galleries, refreshing museums, fun shops and varied recreation. You will love the many choices of pubs, restaurants, sidewalk cafes along with the many clubs, theaters and sports and performing arts venues that will make the day or evening one to remember. .
The six cultural districts are: Broad Ripple Village, Fountain Square, The Canal and White River State Park, Mass Ave Arts & Theater District, Wholesale District and Indiana Avenue.
Video Overview of the six cultural districts
The Cultural Trail will also connect with the Monon Trail, allowing visitors easy access to Broad Ripple Village from downtown.
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Broad Ripple Village
Located six miles north of downtown, Broad Ripple Village boasts a thriving art scene and street life with shops, historic buildings and parks in charming, walkable neighborhoods nestled between beautiful greenways and waterways. By night, it pulses with the beat of the most original music venues and nightlife destinations in the city. Learn More
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Fountain Square Cultural District
Fountain Square is an historic neighborhood with a town square and central fountain like a European village. This thriving artist community blends retro and new art influences in its architecture and style, creating a funky mix of independent, one-of-a-kind destinations. Learn More
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The Canal and White River State Park
The Canal and White River State Park is Indiana’s museum and cultural attractions corridor. The 250-acre park and canal feature the world-class Indianapolis Zoo, Indiana State Museum and IMAX Theater, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, NCAA Hall of Champions, Victory Field (baseball) and the south portal to the Central Canal. It’s a package of tremendous art, history, recreation, leisure and sports, all showcased along a beautifully restored urban waterway. Learn More
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Mass Ave
Mass Ave is the arts and theater district, drawing creative people to its eclectic offerings of live theater and music venues, trendy galleries, shops and restaurants. It’s a place where people live and work amid memorable architecture and style, alongside the city’s most historic and urban neighborhoods. Learn More
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Wholesale District
The Wholesale District is a vibrant entertainment center with great shopping (Circle Centre mall), signature restaurants, lively entertainment and quality hotel accommodations all within easy walking distance of each other! Visitors rave about cultural events and performances, the historic architecture and friendly, inviting hospitality. Learn More
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Indiana Avenue
The Indiana Avenue cultural district encompasses the most historically rich commercial district for Indianapolis' African-American community. The area is known for history and heritage, jazz music and restored neighborhoods. Its cornerstone is the Madame Walker Theater Center. Learn More
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