4.5Indiana State Capitol(277 reviews) - Informative Free tour but parking costly Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Architectural Buildings
Tours are free; I called ahead to reserve time, Our tour guide had a good knowledge of the building and Indiana history. It was an enjoyable tour. Some of the furniture in the Governor's office were made by prisoners. Beautiful craftmanship especially the conference table. No street parking available. We parked in garage across the street from Capital.....little pricey. ($12.00 for 2 hours)See more..
4.5Barker Mansion(123 reviews) - Awesome Glimpse Into The Past Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • History Museums
Learn more about the mansion built by one of the founding fathers of the rail car industry, John H. Barker. From educational guided tours to special seasonal functions, the Barker Mansion is a true jewel in the crown of Michigan City.See more..
4.0The Atheneum(96 reviews) - Get the guided tour! Architectural Buildings • History Museums
Famed architect Richard Meier designed this museum that is dedicated to the history of New Harmony.See more..
5.0Samara House(78 reviews) - Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Masterpiece Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings
Samara in 2022 We’re sorry that our doors are closed to visitors in 2022, but exciting things are happening at Samara. The property is undergoing a multi-million-dollar restoration that will repair a damaged foundation, etc. We hope to open April 1, 2023. The house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the John Christian family in 1954 and is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. It is one of the most complete of Wright's designs and represents a pristine example of his Usonian architecture. SAMARA is strictly maintained to the exacting standards set by Mr. Wright. SAMARA contains refinements of over forty innovations by this world-famous architect, yet is unique in that it was specifically designed for Dr. Christian and his wife, Catherine, and their daughter, Linda. Adults $15, college students and children to age 6 are $5. Tours last about 1.5 hours.See more..
The Buskirk-Chumley Theater is owned by the City of Bloomington and operated by BCT Management, Inc., a private non-profit organization. The mission of BCT Management, Inc. is to develop the Buskirk-Chumley Theater as a high quality and widely accessible community resource and performance venue, operated in a fiscally responsible manner. Support from the City of Bloomington, Indiana University, the Indiana Arts Commission, our many corporate sponsors and community donors helps maintain this historic community resource and bring a wide diversity of programming to the stage each year. Sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date on all BCT events: https://bctboxoffice.org/newsletter/ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! @buskirkchumleySee more..
5.0North Christian Church(52 reviews) - Try to Visit in the Morning Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
North Christian Church is entered though a dense grove of trees to the East and the morning sun lights up its magnificent roof and and spire. So, if you can, try to see it in the same light Saarinen intended for its parishioners.See more..
4.5Hillforest(35 reviews) - Well worth a visit.. Architectural Buildings
We came upon this option while having lunch in the area, and were very happy about the happenstance. We were fortunate to arrive at an unbusy time, and were able to have a tour all to ourselves. Our guide, Andrew, was friendly, informative and made the tour quite a pleasant experience. The home is wonderfully restored. If one enjoys the Victorian aesthetic, as we do, this step-back-in-time is a visual feast; and certainly well worth a visit. See more..
4.5St. Bartholomew Catholic Church(33 reviews) - A vibrant and active church community Thursday: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
The building is beautiful and the people are even better. For a meaningful service, great music, great sermons stop in for a visit.See more..
4.5Tivoli Theatre(31 reviews) - This place is the real deal Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Theaters
This theater is very special. Not only is the renovation top notch, but the sound and projection is amazing. Well worth a drive for a special outing or unique date. Dinner at the state park is a good combo!See more..
4.5St. Peter's Lutheran Church(18 reviews) - An amazing example of architecture in this church Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
This church is within the local region of high architectural interest in Columbus. If you are in the area and planning to enjoy the mid-century architecture, this church should be on your list. Make sure to visit the interior as this is the most impressive feature.See more..
5.0Dr. James Ford Historic Home(16 reviews) - A unique look in a physician's family life Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings Dr. Ford had his practice in his home and also served in the civil war. Whether you are interested in history, family life or medicine, you should find this museum worthwhile to visit.See more..
Since the houses are now privately owned and a couple of them are undergoing renovations you can't get close to them. However, each has an information placard that provides the back story of each of these houses. Built for the Century of Progress World's Fair in Chicago in 1933, each of these houses were made of unique materials that were supposed to be cheap yet enduring. They were supposed to represent cutting edge design ideas and materials. Each of the placards describe how each was built, unique features, and the flaws in the design. This is definitely worth a stop.See more..
4.5The Florida Tropical House(10 reviews) - Favorite Century of Progress Home Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
This pink, art-deco historic home is open to the public twice a year.See more..
The Terre Haute Masonic Temple in Terre Haute, Indiana is a building that ground was broken for in 1915, cornerstone was laid in 1916, and opened in 1917. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior in 1995.[1] The structure was commissioned by the Terre Haute Masonic Temple Association which was included one director from each of the following bodies that funded the building of the temple: Terre Haute Lodge No. 19, F&AM, Social Lodge No. 86 F&AM, Humboldt Lodge No. 42 F&AM, Euclid Lodge No. 573 F&AM, Terre Haute Chapter No. 11 R.A.M., Terre Haute Council No. 8 R. & S.M., Terre Haute Commandery No. 16 K.T. The Temple was built by A.W. Stoolman with Archie H. Hubbard serving as architect.[2] The Terre Haute Masonic Temple is currently utilized by Terre Haute Lodge No. 19, F&AM, Social Lodge No. 86 F&AM, Humboldt Lodge No. 42 F&AM, Terre Haute Chapter No. 11 R.A.M., Terre Haute Council No. 8 R. & S.M., Terre Haute Commandery No. 16 K.T., Job's Daughters Bethel No. 2, Terre Haute Chapter No. 43 Order of the Eastern Star, Terre Haute Order of Amaranth. The building was previously used by Euclid No. 573 F&AM, The Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem and The Order of Demolay. The governing body of the building that is responsible for all modifications and maintenance is the Terre Haute Masonic Temple Association which still includes six of the original seven bodies that erected the structure (Euclid No. 573 is no longer in existence). The board is composed of a President, Vice President, Secretary & Treasurer, and three other members. The building is a total of four stories tall with an additional full basement. The foundation of the building was initially constructed to support the weight of a twelve story building. The first floor is the dedicated public floor and contains the ballroom, library, parlor, board room, office, card room, and ladies and gentleman's cloak rooms and rest rooms. The second floo...See more..
4.5Lake County Sheriff's House & Jail(7 reviews) - Lake County Jail Haunted Tour Thursday: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
It was a good time with great tour guides. They made it fun with all if the ghosting equipment. We did hear some voices on EVP.See more..
4.5St Paul's Lutheran Church(7 reviews) - Good place to worship on Sundays Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
The pastor's have very good sermons and are easy to talk to. There is also a Chinese service every Sunday. The music is beautiful on the large pipe organ. Bible study classes are also held on Sunday between services around 9:30.See more..
5.0Havilah Beardsley House(6 reviews) - See this house tour from the Victoria Era Thursday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
You might as well go across the street and see the Havilah Beardsley House while your touring Ruthmere Mansion. The house is from the Victorian Era and there is rich history about Elkhart, the beginning jobs here and the Indians!See more..
5.0Indiana Memorial Union(6 reviews) - Whitfield Grill Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings I wanted to specifically review this restaurant located inside IMU. I walked past it originally because I didn't really want a burger. However the aroma brought me back and I'm glad for it. I was so impressed with how good the food was. I can honestly say it was one of the best hamburgers I've ever had. I wasn't really that hungry but I scarfed it down. The fries were just regular fries but the burger made it worth the wait. It was a little pricey but definitely worth it. See more..
Being that I live locally, I visit the courthouse regularly to pay taxes and such. I love going in to this building. I am constantly looking up and around me in amazement of the quality and architecture. It is so much more than a courthouse.See more..
5.0First Mennonite Church(2 reviews) - First Mennonite Church and Swiss Days Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
We went to Berne for business and planned the trip during Swiss Days. A dear friend was giving yours of his church and we jumped at the chance to go. What a delightful community and the rich history of the church and the Mennonite people was so interesting. The church is beautiful and do not miss the organ! See more..
3.5Wieboldt-Rostone House(2 reviews) - Highlighting a New Construction Material Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
The Wieboldt-Rostone House is one of the better of the five Century of Progress demonstration homes that were relocated to Lake Front Drive in Beverly Shores, via barge across Lake Michigan, following the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair and is now part of Indiana Dunes National Park’s Architectural District. At the World’s Fair, this house featured a “new” manufactured building material called Rostone that was thought to be highly resistant to environmental forces. Unfortunately, Rostone turned out not to be all that resistant to the industrial lakefront environment of northern Indiana and required extensive restoration, now mostly complete, to bring back the beauty of this Art Deco structure. As a private residence, the house can only be viewed from the road and from the beach below except for one day a year in fall by a guided tour.See more..
4.0Pulaski County Courthouse(1 review) - Architecturally significant Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings As is the case with many county seats, the Pulaski County Court House is in the center of town. Built of Bedford limestone in 1894-95, the building is in Romanesque Revival Style--a style that is share with several other courthouses in Indiana. Occupying a city block, there are a few war memorials and monuments outside the almost-square building. The basement is rather drab, but the first and second floors are practically period-pieces: tile floors, light oak wood doors and panels, including some original fireplaces and wooden desks; the walls of most rooms are decorated with faux period wallpaper; the hallways have gilded freezes. The court room on the second floor was the setting for the so-called "Pinto Trial" in 1980, which eventually prompted auto-manufacturers to introduce "recalls." Unfortunately, the county government is considering tearing down this vintage late 19th/early 20th century historic piece, so if you want to see it, do so soon.See more..
