National Register of Historic Places
Indiana World War Memorial Plaza
Indiana World War Memorial Plaza is a historic place in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 2017, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 89001404.
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Indiana World War Memorial Plaza
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About this place
What is Indiana World War Memorial Plaza?
The Indiana World War Memorial Plaza is an urban feature and war memorial located in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, originally built to honor the veterans of World War I. It was conceived in 1919 as a location for the national headquarters of the American Legion and a memorial to the state's and nation's veterans.
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Listing details
- Name
- Indiana World War Memorial Plaza
- City
- Indianapolis
- County
- Marion County
- State
- Indiana
- Listed on the National Register
- May 11, 2017
- NRIS reference number
- 89001404
- Resource type
- district
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 39.77572, -86.15672
When was Indiana World War Memorial Plaza listed on the National Register?
Indiana World War Memorial Plaza was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 2017.
Where is Indiana World War Memorial Plaza located?
Indiana World War Memorial Plaza is located in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana at approximately 39.77572, -86.15672. See the map above.
Is Indiana World War Memorial Plaza a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Indiana World War Memorial Plaza is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.