Broad Ripple Village, Indianapolis
Broad Ripple Village is one of seven areas designated as cultural districts in Indianapolis, Indiana. Located in Washington Township, Marion County, Indiana, about six miles north of downtown Indianapolis, Broad Ripple was first platted in 1837, became incorporated as the Town of Broad Ripple in 1894, and was annexed to the City of Indianapolis in 1922.
Image: Vogue Theater May 2008
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Image: Indianapolis Monon Trail Trestle
Image: Indianapolis Art Center front entrance exterior
Indianapolis Cultural Districts
Indianapolis has seven designated neighborhoods as Cultural Districts, first established in 1999: Broad Ripple Village; Mass Ave; Fountain Square; Wholesale District; Canal and White River State Park; Indiana Avenue; and Market East. The purpose of these designations was to capitalize on cultural institutions within historically significant neighborhoods unique to the city's heritage for economic development and revitalization.
Broad Ripple sign on North College Avenue.
Opened in 1909, Old National Centre is the oldest performing arts venue in Indianapolis.
Fountain Square Theatre Building in 2011.
Indianapolis Union Station in 2009.
