North Meridian Street Historic District, Indianapolis

Name: North Meridian Street Historic District
Address: Indianapolis, United States

#287 among attractions in Indianapolis

Neighbourhood, Neoclassical architecture, Tudor Revival architecture, Colonial revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

North Meridian Street Historic District is a national historic district located at Indianapolis, Indiana. It encompasses 169 contributing buildings in a high style residential section of Indianapolis. The district developed between about 1900 and 1936, and includes representative examples of Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, and Classical Revival style architecture. Located in the district is the separately listed William N. Thompson House. Other notable contributing resources include the Evan-Blankenbaker House, Sears-Townsend House, MacGill-Wemmer House, Hugh Love House, Hare-Tarkington House, Shea House, and Brant-Weinhardt House. ()

Area: 113 acres (0.1766 mi²)Coordinates: 39°50'33"N, 86°9'26"W

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Butler - TarkingtonIndianapolis United States

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Day trips

North Meridian Street Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Melody Inn, Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium.

1.6 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Indianapolis
40 min walk • The Indiana Farmers Coliseum is an iconic arena nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana. Known for its rich history and versatile events, it provides an authentic slice of Hoosier entertainment and culture.
0.5 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
14 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.
1.2 miS
Dancing, Nightlife
Melody Inn, Indianapolis
30 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.
0.8 miW
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium, Indianapolis
20 min walk • Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium is a part of Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
1 miW
Body of water, Universities and schools, Hiking trail
Butler University, Indianapolis
25 min walk • 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...
0.7 miW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Performing arts
Clowes Memorial Hall, Indianapolis
18 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.
0.7 miN
Church
Meridian Street United Methodist Church, Indianapolis
17 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 miS
39°49'39"N • 86°9'29"W
Tarkington Park - Indy Parks and Recreation, Indianapolis
27 min walk • Park, Tennis court
0.8 miSW
Library
Irwin Library, Indianapolis
20 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.
1.2 miNE
39°51'15"N • 86°8'25"W
Canterbury Park, Indianapolis
31 min walk • Park
0.6 miSE
Neighbourhood, Tudor Revival architecture, Colonial revival architecture
Oliver Johnson's Woods Historic District, Indianapolis
16 min walk • Oliver Johnson's Woods is a historic district and neighborhood on the northern side of Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Located in southern Washington Township, the district occupies the site of what was once the family farm of Oliver Johnson.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to North Meridian Street Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Butler–Tarkington, Indianapolis (13 min walk), William N. Thompson House, Indianapolis (14 min walk), Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis (14 min walk), Johnson–Denny House, Indianapolis (15 min walk).

How to get to North Meridian Street Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to North Meridian Street Historic District:

Bus

College Avenue & 52nd Street • Lines: 90 (17 min walk)