Butler University, Indianapolis

Name: Butler University
Address: 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, 46208-3443, United States
Telephone: +1 317-940-8000

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Butler University is a private university in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 1855 and named after founder Ovid Butler, the university has over 60 major academic fields of study in six colleges: the Lacy School of Business, College of Communication, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and Jordan College of the Arts. Its 295-acre campus is approximately five miles from downtown Indianapolis. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1855 (169 years ago)Elevation: 699 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°50'29"N, 86°10'31"W

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4600 Sunset AveButler - TarkingtonIndianapolis 46208-3443 United States

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+1 317-940-8000

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Butler University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Indianapolis Museum of Art, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Melody Inn, Oldfields.

1.2 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis
31 min walk • The Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA), nestled in the vibrant city of Indianapolis, Indiana, stands out as a cultural beacon for art aficionados and casual tourists alike. This prestigious institution is renowned for its extensive collection that spans thousands of...
0.5 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
12 min walk • Hinkle Fieldhouse, a storied arena nestled in Indianapolis, Indiana, stands as an emblem of American sports history. This legendary venue, located on the campus of Butler University, was constructed in 1928 and has since been an epicenter for basketball enthusiasts.
1.4 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Melody Inn, Indianapolis
36 min walk • The Melody Inn is a bar and live music club in the Butler-Tarkington neighborhood of Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It is estimated that over 7,000 bands and musical acts have played the Melody Inn since 2001.
1 miSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Oldfields, Indianapolis
27 min walk • Oldfields also known as Lilly House and Gardens, is a 26-acre historic estate and house museum at Newfields in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The estate, an example of the American country house movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 2003.
~1090 ftE
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium, Indianapolis
6 min walk • Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium is a part of Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
1.1 miS
Monuments and statues
La Hermana del Hombre Bóveda, Indianapolis
29 min walk • La Hermana del Hombre Bóveda is a public artwork by Spanish artist Pablo Serrano, located at Newfields, the museum campus that houses the Indianapolis Museum of Art near downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. The artwork is an abstract bronze piece which tops a granite fountain.
~1620 ftE
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Performing arts
Clowes Memorial Hall, Indianapolis
8 min walk • Clowes Memorial Hall officially known as "Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University" is a theatre located on the campus of Butler University, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.
1.2 miNE
Church
Meridian Street United Methodist Church, Indianapolis
30 min walk • Meridian Street United Methodist Church, known in its early years as Wesley Chapel, the Meridian Street Methodist Episcopal Church, and the Meridian Street Methodist Church, is a Methodist church located at 5500 North Meridian Street in Indianapolis, Indiana.
1.2 miSW
Monuments and statues
Sutphin Fountain, Indianapolis
31 min walk • The Sutphin Fountain is a built environment located at the Newfields campus, directly adjacent to the Indianapolis Museum of Art, which is near downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. The granite and concrete fountain was designed by Stuart O. Dawson of Sasaki, Dawson, DeMay Associates, Inc. in 1972.
1.3 miSE
39°49'39"N • 86°9'29"W
Tarkington Park - Indy Parks and Recreation, Indianapolis
34 min walk • Park, Tennis court
~1780 ftSE
Library
Irwin Library, Indianapolis
9 min walk • The Irwin Library is one of the two libraries operated by Butler University, Indianapolis, United States. Minoru Yamasaki was the lead architect, and constructed the library in the architectural style of New Formalism.

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Which popular attractions are close to Butler University?

Nearby attractions include Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium, Indianapolis (6 min walk), Clowes Memorial Hall, Indianapolis (8 min walk), Irwin Library, Indianapolis (9 min walk), Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis (12 min walk).