WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS
A city of momentum, neighborhoods, and room to belong.
For people arriving from Kerala or discovering Indiana for the first time, this guide introduces the history, places, culture, and everyday connections that make Indianapolis feel welcoming.
WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS
A city of momentum, neighborhoods, and room to belong.
For people arriving from Kerala or discovering Indiana for the first time, this guide introduces the history, places, culture, and everyday connections that make Indianapolis feel welcoming.
WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS
A city of momentum, neighborhoods, and room to belong.
For people arriving from Kerala or discovering Indiana for the first time, this guide introduces the history, places, culture, and everyday connections that make Indianapolis feel welcoming.
THE CROSSROADS OF AMERICA
Easy to explore. Rich with stories. Built around community.
Indianapolis is Indiana’s capital and largest city. Downtown landmarks sit close to museums, parks, sports venues, universities, and distinct neighborhoods. The city is known around the world for the Indianapolis 500, while everyday life is shaped by trails, family attractions, arts, food, and community organizations.
1821
Selected as Indiana’s capital site
500
Miles of May tradition at the Speedway
8 mi
Indianapolis Cultural Trail loop and connections
250+
Acres at White River State Park
THE CROSSROADS OF AMERICA
Easy to explore. Rich with stories. Built around community.
Indianapolis is Indiana’s capital and largest city. Downtown landmarks sit close to museums, parks, sports venues, universities, and distinct neighborhoods. The city is known around the world for the Indianapolis 500, while everyday life is shaped by trails, family attractions, arts, food, and community organizations.
1821
Selected as Indiana’s capital site
500
Miles of May tradition at the Speedway
8 mi
Indianapolis Cultural Trail loop and connections
250+
Acres at White River State Park
THE CROSSROADS OF AMERICA
Easy to explore. Rich with stories. Built around community.
Indianapolis is Indiana’s capital and largest city. Downtown landmarks sit close to museums, parks, sports venues, universities, and distinct neighborhoods. The city is known around the world for the Indianapolis 500, while everyday life is shaped by trails, family attractions, arts, food, and community organizations.
1821
Selected as Indiana’s capital site
500
Miles of May tradition at the Speedway
8 mi
Indianapolis Cultural Trail loop and connections
250+
Acres at White River State Park
A SHORT HISTORY
From planned capital to a city known around the world.
Explore deeper history through the Indiana Historical Society, Indiana State Museum, and living history at Conner Prairie.
1821
A central site near the White River is selected for Indiana’s new capital.
1908
Madam C. J. Walker establishes her beauty business, building a national legacy from Indianapolis.
1911
The first Indianapolis 500 is held, beginning the city’s most famous sporting tradition.
TODAY
A growing metro shaped by healthcare, education, logistics, sports, arts, and diverse communities.
A SHORT HISTORY
From planned capital to a city known around the world.
Explore deeper history through the Indiana Historical Society, Indiana State Museum, and living history at Conner Prairie.
1821
A central site near the White River is selected for Indiana’s new capital.
1908
Madam C. J. Walker establishes her beauty business, building a national legacy from Indianapolis.
1911
The first Indianapolis 500 is held, beginning the city’s most famous sporting tradition.
TODAY
A growing metro shaped by healthcare, education, logistics, sports, arts, and diverse communities.
A SHORT HISTORY
From planned capital to a city known around the world.
Explore deeper history through the Indiana Historical Society, Indiana State Museum, and living history at Conner Prairie.
1821
A central site near the White River is selected for Indiana’s new capital.
1908
Madam C. J. Walker establishes her beauty business, building a national legacy from Indianapolis.
1911
The first Indianapolis 500 is held, beginning the city’s most famous sporting tradition.
TODAY
A growing metro shaped by healthcare, education, logistics, sports, arts, and diverse communities.
START EXPLORING
Things to do in and around Indianapolis.
Begin with these experiences, then use Visit Indy for current hours, events, and seasonal recommendations.
Canal Walk + White River State Park
Walk, bike, paddle, visit museums, or enjoy the downtown green space.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Experience the home of the Indy 500 and explore its motorsport history.
FOR FAMILIES
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The world’s largest children’s museum brings science, culture, history, and play together across indoor and outdoor spaces.
ART + CULTURE
Newfields, Eiteljorg, and the Indiana State Museum
Move between art, gardens, Native and Western cultures, Indiana history, and special exhibitions.
CITY CENTER
Monument Circle + downtown landmarks
Start at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, then walk toward the Statehouse, City Market area, and downtown venues.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Mass Ave, Fountain Square, Broad Ripple, and Bottleworks
Explore local restaurants, galleries, music, independent shops, public art, and different sides of city life.
START EXPLORING
Things to do in and around Indianapolis.
Begin with these experiences, then use Visit Indy for current hours, events, and seasonal recommendations.
Canal Walk + White River State Park
Walk, bike, paddle, visit museums, or enjoy the downtown green space.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Experience the home of the Indy 500 and explore its motorsport history.
FOR FAMILIES
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The world’s largest children’s museum brings science, culture, history, and play together across indoor and outdoor spaces.
ART + CULTURE
Newfields, Eiteljorg, and the Indiana State Museum
Move between art, gardens, Native and Western cultures, Indiana history, and special exhibitions.
CITY CENTER
Monument Circle + downtown landmarks
Start at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, then walk toward the Statehouse, City Market area, and downtown venues.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Mass Ave, Fountain Square, Broad Ripple, and Bottleworks
Explore local restaurants, galleries, music, independent shops, public art, and different sides of city life.
START EXPLORING
Things to do in and around Indianapolis.
Begin with these experiences, then use Visit Indy for current hours, events, and seasonal recommendations.
Canal Walk + White River State Park
Walk, bike, paddle, visit museums, or enjoy the downtown green space.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Experience the home of the Indy 500 and explore its motorsport history.
FOR FAMILIES
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The world’s largest children’s museum brings science, culture, history, and play together across indoor and outdoor spaces.
ART + CULTURE
Newfields, Eiteljorg, and the Indiana State Museum
Move between art, gardens, Native and Western cultures, Indiana history, and special exhibitions.
CITY CENTER
Monument Circle + downtown landmarks
Start at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, then walk toward the Statehouse, City Market area, and downtown venues.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Mass Ave, Fountain Square, Broad Ripple, and Bottleworks
Explore local restaurants, galleries, music, independent shops, public art, and different sides of city life.
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
Useful places shared by the IMA community.
These convenience listings come from IMA’s earlier community guide. IMA is not affiliated with the organizations listed, and details can change, so please confirm before visiting.
Place of Worship
Hindu Temple of Central Indiana
3350 N German Church Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46235
Community temple · 317 891 9199
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
Malayalam Catholic Mass
7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Hosted at St. Pius X Catholic Church · 317 255 4534
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church
463 E Main St, Carmel, IN 46032
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church · 463 428 1987
Open in Google Maps →
Indian and Kerala Groceries
Patel Brothers Castleton
6302 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Indian and Kerala groceries · 317 578 2400
Open in Google Maps →
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
Useful places shared by the IMA community.
These convenience listings come from IMA’s earlier community guide. IMA is not affiliated with the organizations listed, and details can change, so please confirm before visiting.
Place of Worship
Hindu Temple of Central Indiana
3350 N German Church Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46235
Community temple · 317 891 9199
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
Malayalam Catholic Mass
7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Hosted at St. Pius X Catholic Church · 317 255 4534
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church
463 E Main St, Carmel, IN 46032
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church · 463 428 1987
Open in Google Maps →
Indian and Kerala Groceries
Patel Brothers Castleton
6302 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Indian and Kerala groceries · 317 578 2400
Open in Google Maps →
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
Useful places shared by the IMA community.
These convenience listings come from IMA’s earlier community guide. IMA is not affiliated with the organizations listed, and details can change, so please confirm before visiting.
Place of Worship
Hindu Temple of Central Indiana
3350 N German Church Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46235
Community temple · 317 891 9199
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
Malayalam Catholic Mass
7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Hosted at St. Pius X Catholic Church · 317 255 4534
Open in Google Maps →
Place of Worship
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church
463 E Main St, Carmel, IN 46032
St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church · 463 428 1987
Open in Google Maps →
Indian and Kerala Groceries
Patel Brothers Castleton
6302 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Indian and Kerala groceries · 317 578 2400
Open in Google Maps →
Plan with current, official information.
Use Visit Indy for current attractions and events. Use the Indiana Historical Society for deeper local history.
Plan with current, official information.
Use Visit Indy for current attractions and events. Use the Indiana Historical Society for deeper local history.
Plan with current, official information.
Use Visit Indy for current attractions and events. Use the Indiana Historical Society for deeper local history.
KERALA ROOTS · INDIANA HOME
New to Indianapolis? You already have a community here.
Meet families, celebrate Kerala culture, volunteer, and build lasting connections through IMA.
KERALA ROOTS · INDIANA HOME
New to Indianapolis? You already have a community here.
Meet families, celebrate Kerala culture, volunteer, and build lasting connections through IMA.
KERALA ROOTS · INDIANA HOME
New to Indianapolis? You already have a community here.
Meet families, celebrate Kerala culture, volunteer, and build lasting connections through IMA.