National Register of Historic Places

Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus)

Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) is a historic place in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on February 21, 1973, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 73000032.

Indianapolis, Marion County, IndianaListed February 21, 1973NRIS #73000032★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus)?

The Athenæum, originally named Das Deutsche Haus, is the most ornate and best-preserved building affiliated with the German American community of Indianapolis. Once used as a German American Turnverein and clubhouse, it currently houses many groups, organizations, and businesses. The Athenæum is located across Massachusetts Avenue from the Old National Centre. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 21, 1973. On October 31, 2016, it was named the 41st National Historic Landmark in Indiana.

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Listing details

Name
Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus)
City
Indianapolis
County
Marion County
State
Indiana
Listed on the National Register
February 21, 1973
NRIS reference number
73000032
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.77337, -86.15027
When was Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) listed on the National Register?

Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 21, 1973.

Where is Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) located?

Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) is located in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana at approximately 39.77337, -86.15027. See the map above.

Is Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Athenaeum (Das Deutsche Haus) is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.