Indianapolis Monthly 2023 City Guide

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Welcome to the 2023 City Guide!

Welcome to the 2023 City Guide!

You hold in your hands an excellent resource for exploring and enjoying Indianapolis and greater central Indiana, our company’s treasured home since 1918. As the local legacy real estate brokerage, let us say, “Welcome!”

You hold in your hands an excellent resource for exploring and enjoying Indianapolis and greater central Indiana, our company’s treasured home since 1918. As the local legacy real estate brokerage, let us say, “Welcome!”

F.C. Tucker’s 100-plus-year legacy affords us a unique vantage point to reflect on all this vibrant city has grown to be. Alive with culture, food, diversity, tourism, sportsmanship, an entrepreneurial spirit and yes, incredible housing options, it is with great pride that our company of more than 1,000 agents and over 100 employees call Indianapolis home, while making it their mission to help thousands more call it home every year.

F.C. Tucker’s 100-plus-year legacy affords us a unique vantage point to reflect on all this vibrant city has grown to be. Alive with culture, food, diversity, tourism, sportsmanship, an entrepreneurial spirit and yes, incredible housing options, it is with great pride that our company of more than 1,000 agents and over 100 employees call Indianapolis home, while making it their mission to help thousands more call it home every year.

Exploring Indianapolis means diving into a range of cultural attractions, including world-class museums like the Newfields Museum of Art, the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, and the Eiteljorg Museum. The city also hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year, including the renowned Indy 500 race, the Indianapolis Jazz Festival, and the Indiana State Fair. You’ll learn about all that plus schools, restaurants and more in this year’s City Guide.

Exploring Indianapolis means diving into a range of cultural attractions, including world-class museums like the Newfields Museum of Art, the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, and the Eiteljorg Museum. The city also hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year, including the renowned Indy 500 race, the Indianapolis Jazz Festival, and the Indiana State Fair. You’ll learn about all that plus schools, restaurants and more in this year’s City Guide.

It’s clear, Indianapolis is a dynamic place to live, work and play. And as proud as we are of the iconic Tucker T that graces thousands of sellers’ front lawns each year, we are equally proud to be part of Indianapolis’ past and future. From the development of downtown’s commercial district, supporting residential developments across the city, enabling construction of some of downtown’s landmarks to working hand-in-hand with the city of Indianapolis to secure our beloved professional sports teams, our history speaks to our community commitment.

It’s clear, Indianapolis is a dynamic place to live, work and play. And as proud as we are of the iconic Tucker T that graces thousands of sellers’ front lawns each year, we are equally proud to be part of Indianapolis’ past and future. From the development of downtown’s commercial district, supporting residential developments across the city, enabling construction of some of downtown’s landmarks to working hand-in-hand with the city of Indianapolis to secure our beloved professional sports teams, our history speaks to our community commitment.

The F.C. Tucker Company is proud to have been part of Indianapolis’ story for more than 100 years and even prouder to be the #1 brokerage serving Indianapolis and our state as a whole. As we say at F.C. Tucker, Let’s Talk. Let’s talk Indianapolis, let’s talk arts and culture, let’s talk home.

The F.C. Tucker Company is proud to have been part of Indianapolis’ story for more than 100 years and even prouder to be the #1 brokerage serving Indianapolis and our state as a whole. As we say at F.C. Tucker, Let’s Talk. Let’s talk Indianapolis, let’s talk arts and culture, let’s talk home.

Regards,

Regards,

H. James Litten Owner and CEO F.C. Tucker Company

H. James Litten Owner and CEO F.C. Tucker Company

REALTORS

REALTORS

Eat your Heart Out, Brooklyn

BRANDON PRESSER, AUTHOR of the Tom Hanks-lauded The Far Land and host of a Bravo travel show, moved here by way of Paris and New York City not long ago. In an Indianapolis Monthly interview, he rattled off the many experiences in his new hometown that he savors. Those included biting into the patty melt at Milktooth, reading on the sunny top floor of the Central Library, and waving back to his fellow residents of Meridian-Kessler. Of that friendly neighborhood, he also noted he is never more than a few blocks from a great restaurant, boutique, or brewery, adding, “Eat your heart out, Brooklyn.”

You don’t need to have Presser’s 130-plus passport stamps to be able to recognize that Indianapolis is special. And before long, you’ll be able to recite your own list of Indy-life highlights.

How can I be so sure? A year ago, I was in your shoes, having just moved here from Long Island where I’d lived my entire life. I didn’t know a soul in Indiana.

Here are some of my favorite things: Bagel Fair in Nora is the only source of a doughy delight that can match the New York gold standard. They’re smaller than those baseball-esque specimens, but to me, that’s a plus. Not only is the collection at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields stellar, but the building and the grounds are gorgeous. I feel like I’m on vacation when I go there (said nobody ever about taking the subway to the tourist-slammed Met). The first sushi restaurant in Indiana, the unassuming Sakura on North Keystone, serves fresh, authentic rolls and sashimi at a bargain price. Service is snappy, too. And the airport—yes, the airport—is clean! And it has short security lines! I’m still amazed at how easy it is to get in and out, whether you’re dropping off or picking up.

So get out there! Whether you’ve arrived on your own or with your partner, a big family unit, or even just your dog, your favorites await, starting on page 11.

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ONE

Driving Force

Home of the Stutz Motor Car Company from 1914 to 1937, the landmark downtown monolith that is the Stutz Building had for decades flourished as an artist community. Hordes attended the annual party held amid the dozens of painter and sculptor studios to see and be seen. But the deterioration of the seven connected buildings at 10th Street and Capitol Avenue, and an eighth nearby, coupled with their potential, caught the eye of developers who've revamped it into a neighborhood hub. Now the Stutz is alive with retailers; eateries; a fitness studio; a brewery; the free Stutz Car Museum; the offices of Pattern, a publisher and nonprofit advocate for Indy’s creatives; and more. Alleyways are spiffed up and strung with lights. Events like yoga classes and a holiday market are coming to the pedestrian-only brick courtyard. Turn the page to see highlights.

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New in town

ART, OF COURSE. Artist studios remain, and public art, like new murals, is on view. Butter, a multiday fine-art fair dedicated to Black visual artists nationwide, is coming in September. Building artists have a rotating art program at Industrious, the co-working space.

CAFE PATACHOU. The local brunch spot has its sixth outpost here. Owner Martha Hoover says the showstopper is cozy custom furniture. “We hope that people will want to sink into it and think of the restaurant as an extension of their living rooms,” she says.

AMELIA’S. A popular purveyor of scratch-made sourdough and laminated pastries has debuted its third location, and with it, gelato and espresso. “The Stutz store will have a substantial grocery selection,” adds Charlie McIntosh, head baker and partner.

JULIETA TACO SHOP. Authentic tacos al pastor and tortillas made fresh from corn imported from Mexico are the big draws at this open-kitchen taqueria.

GROUNDED PLANT & FLORAL CO. The corner storefront has indirect southern exposure that keeps its urban jungle thriving. “I hope customers wander and get lost in here in a sense,” says owner Amanda Griffith.

VISIONLOFT. The industrial bones and dreamy light of this indoor-outdoor event space make for magical parties.

A Newbie’s Cheat Sheet

Don’t know SoBro from a pitch-in? We’ve got you.

Naptown is a riff on our city’s middle syllable. It’s cash only at The Workingman’s Friend diner, Red Key Tavern, and Long’s Bakery. Parking downtown hard? Go to a Circle Centre Mall garage. Ope! is what a fellow shopper who bumps your cart will say. It means excuse me. SoBro is the neighborhood south of Broad Ripple. Fort Ben and Fort Benjamin Harrison are the same place. Expect potholes. A pitch-in is a potluck. From the Northeast or West Coast? A cookout is a barbecue. One outdoor music venue changes names. Just call it Deer Creek. A bike bell will nudge gabbing groups hogging the Monon. Carmel (CARmil, incidentally) is full of roundabouts, aka traffic circles. Stay in your lane. Don’t hesitate ... just go!

MODERN ENTERTAINING

HOUSEWORKS. AN INDY STAPLE SINCE 1985.

Every year we continue raising the bar, bringing you the most innovative, functional and beautifully designed pieces to love the spaces you do life in. At HOUSEWORKS, you’ll find the best in modern furniture, lighting and accessories. Our experienced staff is eager to help you make your house a home.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR VISIT.

2022 NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL VISIT

TODAY

Cathedral High School is a four-time National Blue Ribbon award recipient and Indiana’s only private high school to be recognized in 2022.

Indy is a city for everyone. The proof is in the incredible array of fun activities awaiting discovery. No matter who shares your new home with you or what their idea of a good time is, you’re all about to level up your leisure hours.

BY STEPHANIE DOLAN, LOU HARRY, MICHELLE MASTRO, AND SAMANTHA STUTSMAN

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Canal Walk adventures in downtown Indy

Dynamic Duos

What’s great to do in Circle City with your significant other? Plenty. Begin with these must-dos for newcomer couples.

A TOAST TO YOUR NEW HOME

Get ready to step into a cocktail bar atmosphere—but with beer! Kismetic Beer Company is an inclusive microbrewery where everybody has a place at the table. From the decor to the alcoholic beverages—like Banana Nut Bread Hefeweizen and Watermelon Mint Gose—care was taken to make all new arrivals to the Indy beer scene feel welcome. Though they consider themselves femaleowned, the brand is led by a wife-andhusband pair who envisioned Kismetic as a safe space that’s inviting for women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community. This is a taproom for everyone, but especially couples. 201 S. Rural St., kismeticbeercompany.com

A SWAN RIDE

Indy’s popular downtown Canal Walk has several activity rental options, including kayaks, but none is more romantic than the swan pedal boat at sunset with Wheel Fun Rentals. Cozy up together on a giant swan against a backdrop of cityscape splendor, or check out the canal’s sparkling reflections, like a mini light show on the water as you drift along—both great opportunities for photos to add to your Instagram. These rides are seasonal, so be sure to check out days and times in advance. Before your excursion, you can pop by the newly renovated Eiteljorg Museum or the Indiana State Museum, both an easy walk. 429 W. Ohio St., Firehouse #13, 317-363-9353, wheelfunrentals.com

A UNIQUE DINNER DATE

Talk about a bird’s eye view of the city. The Eagle’s Nest at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis Hotel takes you high into the sky. This romantic rooftop dining experience in the Circle City revolves, literally taking diners on a 360-degree trip. Dress is casualstylish, and the food is classic American, so the experience is special but not stuffy. It’s a perfect dinner spot for couples looking for a quiet night out on the town to reconnect. 1 S. Capitol Ave., 317-616-6170

A COUPLE’S MASSAGE

For those ready to wipe away the stress of modern living, a couple’s massage at the Woodhouse Spa at the Bottleworks Hotel is the ticket. The location offers a Body Balance Massage for two, which is their take on the classic Swedish massage. The experience combines movements meant to increase circulation and remove tension using lightto-medium pressure. You and your loved one will be transported to a relaxed state of bliss, ready to take on the world together. Hot stones can also be added to enhance the experience … aaah. 850 Massachusetts Ave., 317-981-8888, woodhousespas.com

A DAY OF ART

We get it. You don’t want to feel like tourists—you two live here now. Still, go on and take a selfie in front the famous LOVE by Robert Indiana. And that’s far from the only reason the Indianapolis Museum of Art at

Newfields, a world-class art museum and gardens, is worth a visit. Explore the selections of master and contemporary artwork. Bask in the Lume’s light shows, where art is projected on the walls and floors, making you and your love feel like you’re both in another dimension. Or walk arm-in-arm through the gardens and greenhouses, stopping to smell the roses. Top it all off by sharing an oversized soft pretzel in the beer garden. 4000 N. Michigan Rd., 317-923-1331, discovernewfields.org

(top) LOVE by Robert Indiana makes a great selfie spot at Newfields. (above) Inventive brews abound at Kismetic.

NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK

It’s the first imagination-fueling memories children make in Indy that will make it feel like home. From tots to teens, they can start right here. Smiles guaranteed.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF INDIANAPOLIS

From the massive Dinosphere to the International Space Station replica, littles will find wow-worthy surprises around every corner at the Children’s Museum. Other highlights include the functional 106-year-old carousel, 2,000 pieces of Wars memorabilia, and a jaw-dropping, 43-foot blown glass tower. Weather permitting, the Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience is a little athlete’s paradise. The 7.5-acre park features a racetrack, a soccer field, a basketball court, and more. The adults are known to enjoy this city institution as much as their kids. Meridian St., 317-334-4000, childrensmuseum.org

INDIANAPOLIS ZOO

In operation since 1964, the Indianapolis Zoo is home to roughly 1,400 animals and 31,000 plants. The 64-acre campus includes a $26 million orangutan center, the nation’s first underwater dolphin viewing dome, and room for five African elephants to roam. The International Chimpanzee Complex, a new habitat for nearly 30 chimps, is slated to open in May 2024. The Indy Zoo is open daily during the warmer months and closed Mondays and Tuesdays in January and February. 1200 W. Washington St., 317-630-2001, indianapoliszoo.com

SUGAR FACTORY

Known for its Insane Milkshakes and drinks poured over goblets of dry ice, Sugar Factory is the

trendy place to celebrate a birthday or graduation. The 9,657-squarefoot restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Menu favorites are the Insane Double Stack Rainbow Pancakes topped with gummy bears, chocolate chips, and whipped cream and the 24-scoop King Kong Sundae topped off with whirly pops lit up like sparklers. Off the main dining area, patrons will find the Pretty in Pink Cafe and retail store. 49 W. Maryland St., 463-217-0383, sugarfactory.com/location/indianapolis

INDIANA STATE MUSEUM

Across three floors, there are more than 500,000 objects on display at the Indiana State Museum, including the bones of a 13,000-year-old mastodon and a pair of Converse worn by Chuck Taylor himself. This museum utilizes interactive exhibits to teach kids about Indiana history. What was it like to be a pioneer? Find out in the 19th State gallery, where visitors can try their hand at churning butter and using a crosscut saw. For a larger-than-life experience, grab tickets to a movie at the IMAX Theatre located inside the 650 W. Washington St., 317-232-1637, indianamuseum.org

OINKING ACRES FARM RESCUE & SANCTUARY

Since opening, Oinking Acres has rescued more than 500 pot-bellied pigs. The farm is also home to goats, chickens, ducks, turkeys, and cats. Self-guided tours, recommended for ages 6 and older, are available 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at $10 per person (cash only). While Oinking Acres isn’t a petting zoo in the typical sense, you interact with and feed select residents. Apples, carrots, cucumbers, grapes, watermelon, and Cheerios are on the snack menu. 8420 N. County Rd. 650 E, Brownsburg, 317-225-1761, oinkingacres.org

Indianapolis Zoo

ALL FOR ONE

Entertaining a group is rarely easy. But whether your new household is multigenerational or a family visit is on the horizon, we’ve got no-fail suggestions.

GO TO THE FAIR

“Something for everyone” may be the ultimate cliché, but it actually applies to our Indiana State Fair. Where else can you awww at baby bunnies, ride a Ferris wheel, participate in a game-show Liar’s Contest, and nosh on funnel cake on the way to a free gospel concert—all in the same day? Tell the crew to plan their visit for July 28–August 20, then head to the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. Each year brings back old

GROUPS

favorites like the Pioneer Village and the Skyride while also making room for new attractions and exhibitions. You can even comparison shop for hot tubs! 1202 E. 38th St., 317-927-7500, indianastatefair.com

BOWL THEM OVER

When you’ve got a range of ages in your group, a sports activity can be problematic, with the more athletic quickly taking over. That’s not the case at Action Bowl and Atomic Bowl at the Fountain Square Theatre building, since few people are pros at duckpin bowling. What’s that, you say? It’s simple yet lots of laughs: hurling a hole-less ball toward miniature pins. Action Bowl, on the fourth floor, dates back nearly a century but has been gloriously restored. Fun awaits in the basement, as well, where Atomic Bowl’s

1950s and ’60s equipment and decor mark it as one of the last originals in the state. Each strike will feel like a blast from the past. 1105 Prospect St., 317-685-1955, fountain squareindy.com

PASS THE POPCORN

The right movie—and at a drive-in, no less—is the ultimate generation bridger. Point of cinematic pride: Indiana has more drive-in movie theaters than just about every other state in the nation. And you don’t have to go beyond city limits to find one. Head to

(from left) The Fair is still a rite of passage; The Fountain Square Theatre building houses entertainment venues for all ages; Your gang can spend a full day in the Bottleworks District.

Tibbs Drive-In—you can even bring the dog—which shows double-features on four screens. The concession stand is old-timey, happily. Don’t overlook the funnel fries. 480 S. Tibbs Ave., 317-243-6666, tibbsdriveintheatre.com

TAKE ON MASS AVE

For an easily walkable area with high energy and all the city vibes, you can’t beat Massachusetts Avenue, aka Mass Ave. Running diagonally through the heart of downtown, it really kicks into high gear at the northeast end in the Bottleworks District, anchored by the art deco Bottleworks Hotel. Your group can move between pinball at Pins Mechanical Company, a movie at the reasonably priced Living Room Theaters, and retail therapy destinations ranging from indie bookstore Tomorrow to the chic Boomerang Boutique. When everyone gets hungry, it’s into The Garage food hall to choose from a bounty of Indy faves, like lobster mac and cheese at J’s Lobster & Fish Market and the unique savory ice cream (cedar whiskey perhaps?) at Lick 850 Massachusetts Ave., 317-548-2001, bottleworksdistrict.com

ANSWER THE CALL OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS

The free Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park consists of woodlands, meadows, wetlands, and interactive art. New sculptures will be added in 2024. Your family members can each enjoy whatever appeals. Shoot a few hoops on the wild Free Basket court; take a lap around the lake; jump from tibia to femur on Funky Bones; chill at Park of the Laments; check out the pollinator garden; or just watch the brazen squirrels comically attempt to get into the bird feeder outside the nature center 4000 Michigan Rd., 317-923-1331, discovernewfields.org

Hit the Town

Indianapolis is primed to keep new grownups busy, weekend after weekend. These ideas will only get them started.

BE A SPEED RACER

Even if you didn’t arrive here in time for this year’s world-famous Indy 500, you don’t need to wait until next May to take in some fast-car action. Hitting the track at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a thrilling outing anytime. Sit behind a driver of a real NTT IndyCar Series car and launch into speeds of 180 mph. The g-forces are real and incredible. That’s why participants must be 18 or older. You’ll have the option of doing one lap or as many as four. While there, check out the IMS Museum, which houses cool artifacts related not only to racing but also to Indianapolis culture. Brand new exhibitions include 1956, which features the first 13 vehicles put on display when the museum opened, and Our Collection, Your Favorites, which highlights the cars and collection items that garnered the most votes from museum guests. 4790 W. 16th St., 317-2437171, indyracingexperience.com

GRAB A MAI TAI AT THE INFERNO ROOM

Tikiphiles, rejoice. One of the best tiki bars around is in the trendy Fountain Square

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neighborhood. The Inferno Room is a dark, funky haunt with glamorized Oceania vibes. In fact, it’s filled with native Papuan art and collectibles purchased from a private collector back in the day, making for a true tiki bar aesthetic. Sip on classics like a mai tai or zombie and fill up on tropical fare, such as jerk chicken kebabs and pineapple fried rice. Step into The Luau Room, dedicated to famous Hoosier Steven Crane, a 1940s actor who, with wife Lana Turner, created the iconic Beverly Hills bar, The Luau. 902 Virginia Ave., 317-426-2343, theinfernoroom.com

SWING FROM THE TREES

First timers are welcomed to Go Ape Treetop Journey, a ropes course adventure. Here, you can take on aerial bridges, soar on Tarzan swings, tackle canopy-high courses, and scramble over and through nets and planks. The most anticipated thrill—albeit not for the faint of heart—is ziplining. Go Ape has five ziplines, several of which are daringly high, including a 40-foot tree-totree crossing. Set inside the sprawling Eagle Creek Park, you’ll feel like you’re in the great outdoors while conveniently being minutes from downtown. The park offers 3,900 acres of forest and lakes where bald eagles nest. 5855 Delong Rd., 800-971-8271, goape.com

SCALE A CLIFF

This activity is so cool you’ll be inspired to push past any fear of heights. Climbing gym North Mass Boulder has guests building skills in bouldering and free climbing—where you’re protected from injury by falling onto a padded surface, rather than being held up by ropes and harnesses. Color-coordinated routes help climbers make their way up the indoor mountain, so it’s (relatively) easy to keep your footing, even on the steepest incline. Those not so into conquering “Everest” can take a yoga class or sample the healthy bites, like fruit smoothies and acai bowls, at the site’s popular Top Out Café. 1411 Roosevelt Ave., 317-953-6667, northmassboulder.com

PLAY PINBALL IN A VAULT

A lesser-known gem, PinVault is on the second floor of the Murphy Building in Fountain Square. Look for the distinctive, crypt-like black doors. Inside, find a trove of old-school pinball games, including classics like The X-Files, Jurassic Park, and Doctor Who After you prove to your friends you are, in fact, a pinball wizard, sample a craft beer. Stop by the first Friday of the month for the $5 all-you-can-play special. 1043 Virginia Ave., pinvaultindy.com

Cavorting Canines

Four-paw kids can frolic with the rest of the family. Check out these woofworthy spots around town.

CALLING ALL WOOFERS

The Gordon Gilmer Canine Companion Zone at Eagle Creek Park consists of 8,000 square feet of fenced grassland. While any dog is allowed to enjoy this recreational area, it tends to be frequented by bigger, well-trained dogs. But regardless of dog size, proper tags must be visible. 5855 N. High School Road, 317-327-7110, indy.gov

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY

An off-leash, fenced dog park with benches for you and pupper playground equipment for them, in a convenient and centralized location? Yip, please. Newbies can check out Broad Ripple Bark Park with a free day pass for fully vaccinated dogs. Annual memberships (Pooch Passes!) range from $40–$150, depending on how many canines you have. 1500 Broad Ripple Ave., 317-327-7161, indy.gov

WIDE OPEN PLACES

A city park known for its field with loads of room to run for go-getter dogs, Smock Bark Park also has lots of shade trees. Tip: If we’ve had any downpours recently, it’ll probably be a bit muddy. Of course, that will only make your dog like it better, but you’ll want to bring towels or a mat for your back seat. And make sure to take fresh water for Max, as you won’t find any fountains here. 4200 E. County Line Rd., 317-888-7110, indy.gov

SPOILED FOR CHOICE

An amazing park for people as well as dogs, Fort Harrison State Park includes three different areas Bella can roam free. Brigade Landing is open from April through October and is the largest at five acres. It includes a beach and a sizeable woodland area to explore. Platoon Run is 3.6 acres with plenty of space to run. It includes a fire pit with seating, agility activity gear, and a water station. Herrin Hill is the smallest at 1.3 acres, but with ample benches and water and waste stations, it’s still worth a stop. Annual passes run $75 for one dog. 8725 Fall Creek Rd., 317-591-0904, in.gov

HAPPY TRAILS

Located on the far east side, Paul Ruster Dog Park is a hidden hound gem with 100 scenic acres where dogs can romp offleash. Benches are located throughout the park. Outside the dog park itself, find trails where leashed dogs and outdoorsy owners can scout around in nature. 11300 E. Prospect St., 317-327-0143, indy.gov

Metazoa Brewing Company

WHOZZA GOOD BOY?

The scrumptious-looking canine pastries, cakes, and cookies available at all three locations of Three Dog Bakery are enough to make your own mouth water. Wholesomefor-pups ingredients, such as apples, barley, blueberries, molasses, and brown rice, are used in a myriad of irresistible recipes. Shop a host of toys and other supplies, too, as well as treats for any feline siblings. 444 Massachusetts Ave., 317-238-0000; 844 Broad Ripple Ave., 317-466-1646; 13904 Town Center Blvd., Noblesville, 317-776-6699; threedogindy.com

ANIMAL LOVERS UNITE

Ever since its 2016 opening, Metazoa Brewing Company has donated 5 percent of its profits to animal and wildlife organizations that include IndyHumane and the Indianapolis Zoo. Their motto is “Drink Beer. Help Animals.” Dogs are very welcome in the taproom as well as the attached patio and dog park. Leashes and best buddy bandanas are available for purchase, along with several delicious brews offered by the pint, growler, or keg. 140 S. College Ave., 317-5220251, metazoabrewing.com

ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN

Billed as “playcare” for dogs, the poshpup haven in Carmel City Center that is Canine Cloud Nine offers daytime activities for dogs 12 weeks and older, pampering grooming services, and a boutique full of toys, treats, and accessories. Good luck resisting at pickup. A half day of play is $18; a full day runs $25. 885 Monon Green Blvd., 317-999-5444, caninecloudnine.com

FLICKS FOR FIDO

Indy’s only drive-in movie theater is dog friendly! All the owners of Tibbs Drive-In ask is that they bring “a responsible human, a leash, and supplies for any cleanup needs.” So pack a picnic, kibble, plenty of water … and don’t bogart the popcorn. It’s a good bet Luna will be just as interested in the nibbles as whichever of the four films you’re taking in. 480 S. Tibbs Ave., 317-243-6666, tibbsdriveintheatre.com

CHEERS TO PUP PARENTHOOD

The large, pretty patio overlooking the canal brimming with adorable floofers and doggos may just be the best thing about Flatwater Restaurant on a sunny day. But a close second would be the weekly bloody mary bar. Grab your faithful pal on Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. to fix yourself a $5 bloody mary featuring Indiana Vodka and Hoosier Momma’s Original Bloody Mary Mix. Just be sure to bring a canine-safe snack, and you’ll both have a howling good time. 832 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-257-5466, flatwaterbroadripple.com

GOLDENAGERS

RETIRE YOUR ASSUMPTIONS

Indy has tons of fresh experiences that perennials, with freedom from work schedules and increasingly active lifestyles, are ready to enjoy. Here, a sampling.

ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK

Nostalgic for the 1950s? Or nostalgic for the 1970s nostalgia for the 1950s, at least? If you fall into either group—or just have a thing for the days of ducktails, muscle cars, and round, retro bar stools—prepare for sock hop flashbacks at Rock-Cola 50’s Cafe. Sip your Choc-Ola, conquer a Mile High Club Sandwich, or go for the all-day breakfast while you play I spy. Wait until you see the black-andwhite-tiled floor and poster-covered ceiling. Memorabilia at its finest. 5730 S. Brookville Rd., 317-357-2233

FLYING HIGH

The 5th Dimension had a hit with “Up, Up and Away.” But at Conner Prairie, you can go up and up without any concern about getting away. Its 1859 Balloon Voyage offers riders a tethered trip to the skies via a 105-foottall helium balloon. The approximately 15-minute excursion is offered seasonally when wind conditions are conducive. And there’s historic precedence for it. In 1859, the first successful airmail delivery in the United States was launched from Lafayette, Indiana. 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-776-6000, connerprairie.org

HAIL TO THE CHIEF

Benjamin Harrison was, so far, the only POTUS from Indiana. And the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site has been lovingly preserved—and recently revamped—to celebrate him and his era. You’ll find more than 10,000 artifacts—most original to the period

and some linked to George Washington and Teddy Roosevelt—as well as rotating exhibits in the third floor ballroom. The outdoor gardens include lilac plants that were first cultivated in the 1800s. 1230 N. Delaware St., 317-631-1888, bhpsite.org

KEEP SCORE

Looking for a low-exertion and low-cost yet high-fun competitive activity? Played singles and doubles similarly to tennis using lightweight paddles on a small court, Pickleball is it. You’ll find both indoor and outdoor courts all over Central Indiana, including Lions Park in Zionsville, Cyntheanne Park in Fishers, and the Greenwood Community Center (find others at places2play.org). More reason to get started asap: The International Pickleball Federation is pushing to include the sport in the 2030 Olympics. Hey, you never know.

THE PLAY’S THE THING

With an ongoing lineup that includes musical classics and Indy premieres, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is one of the few fully-professional dinner theaters left in the entire country. The evening begins well before curtain time with a trip or three to the ample buffet. Yes, there will be beef. (Boards is a traditional term for stage. Who knew?)

A jovial host announces audience anniversaries and birthdays before the main event. Upcoming productions include Beautiful The Carole King Musical and White Christmas. 9301 Michigan Rd., 317-872-9664, beefand boards.com

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

SEE, DO, & ENJOY

the grounds of the nation’s third-largest private cemetery. The tomb of Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley lies upon one of Marion County’s highest natural hills, which offers a stunning view of downtown. Book a themed walking tour or grab a map at the funeral home to guide you through the 555 leafy acres, which attract tourists, cyclists, and ramblers alike. 3400 Boulevard Pl., 317-920-4165, crownhillhf.org

Gainbridge Fieldhouse

The Fieldhouse is a haven for hoops and more. The building hosts home games of the NBA’s Indiana Pacers and the WNBA’s Indiana Fever, plus many big-name concerts and, soon, the 2024 NBA All-Star Game. It also boasts an outdoor plaza with an ice skating rink and the Kroger Sky Deck overlooking the city. 125 S. Pennsylvania St., 317-917-2727, gainbridgefieldhouse.com

Hinkle Fieldhouse

The largest basketball arena in the United States for more than 20 years after it was built in 1928, this 9,100-seat venue on the campus of Butler University has long been distinguished as the site of the championship game in the movie Hoosiers. Now, it’s probably better known as the home court of the Butler Bulldogs. 510 W. 49th St., 317-940-3647, butlersports.com/facilities

Holcomb Gardens

Literary types will especially enjoy this 20-acre formal garden at Butler University, which features a central fountain crowned by a statue of Persephone and stone benches carved with quotes from poets. In summer months, take a picnic to the lush lawn. Admission is free. 4600 Sunset Ave., 317-940-8000

Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium

ATTRACTIONS

The Athenaeum

This 1898 brick landmark was built in Renaissance Revival and German Romanesque styles. It houses the Rathskellar German restaurant, a beer garden, and an atmospheric YMCA. Take a QR-code-guided tour or a group tour. 401 E. Michigan St., 317-655-2755, athenaeumindy.org

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

Harrison, the 23rd president of the United States and the only one from Indiana, called

this 1875 brick Italianate mansion home. A lively calendar of events includes a Victorianstyle croquet tournament each summer. 1230 N. Delaware St., 317-631-1888, bhpsite.org

Christ Church Cathedral

This Episcopalian house of worship has soaring gables and tall, Tiffany glass windows. The oldest Indianapolis church in continuous use, it hosts the Strawberry Festival each June. 125 Monument Circle, 317-636-4577, cccindy.org

Crown Hill Cemetery

Visit the final resting places of President Benjamin Harrison and gangster John Dillinger on

The state’s biggest reflecting telescope is housed at this northside observatory, where visitors can peer at the heavens when weather permits. One of the largest public observatories in the world, it has been used for more than 60 years. Public tours are held most Friday and Saturday nights. 4600 Sunset Ave., 317-940-8333, butler.edu/arts-sciences/holcombobservatory

Indianapolis City Market

Historic City Market is home to an eclectic group of vendors offering ethnic foods, gourmet coffee and tea, sweet treats, fresh flowers, and more. Breakfast and lunch—and the occasional dinner—vendors are open Monday through Saturday. The Tomlinson Tap Room showcases local craft breweries, and a farmers market is out front every Wednesday May to October. 222 E. Market St., 317-634-9266, indycm.com

Crown Hill Cemetery CROWN HILL PHOTO BY TONY VALAINIS

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The home of the world’s largest single-day spectator sporting event, the Indianapolis 500, is worth a visit even when there’s no race going on. You can take a lap around the track in a van, book a high-speed ride in a race car on select summer days, or go on a behind-thescenes tour of this National Historic Landmark. Check out the Speedway’s iconic pagoda and the complex’s championship-caliber golf course with four holes inside the track. (See the separate museum listing on page 21.)

4790 W. 16th St., 317-492-8500, indianapolismotorspeedway.com

Indianapolis Zoo

Approximately 230 species, including kangaroos, are housed at this world-class zoo, a leader in conservation and breeding programs. Its fully enclosed dolphin pavilion includes the first underwater dolphin-viewing dome in the country. Don a wetsuit to feed and pet Atlantic bottlenose dolphins during the Dolphin InWater Adventure. The groundbreaking Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center is here. And in 2024, chimpanzees arrive! Zoo property also encompasses White River Gardens and the Hilbert Conservatory. 1200 W. Washington St., 317-630-2001, indianapoliszoo.com

Indiana Repertory Theatre

Housing one of the leading regional theaters in the nation, this Spanish Baroque landmark boasts ornate terra cotta details that make it unique among downtown facades. Built in 1927 as a movie house, the building became home to the repertory theatre in 1980. 140 W. Washington St., 317-635-5252, irtlive.com

Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center

Yes, there’s a state fair here every summer, but this community gathering place hosts more than 400 other events year-round, from horse shows to flea markets to Christmas light shows. Among the fairgrounds’ many facilities are a one-mile dirt track for harness racing, a grandstand, an arena for ice skating, and the Indiana Farmers Coliseum, a 1939 Art Deco arena. 1202 E. 38th St., 317-927-7500, indianastatefair.com

Indiana Statehouse

The seat of state government resides in this 1888 Renaissance Revival–style building with a dramatic rotunda and stained-glass windows. Free tours are offered Monday through Saturday; email touroffice@idoa.in.gov for more information. 200 W. Washington St., 317-2335293, in.gov/idoa/statehouse

Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District

The nation’s greatest collection of monuments dedicated to veterans outside Washington, D.C., is anchored by the stunning neoclassical War Memorial & Museum. At the top of the to-do list should be stepping inside the spectacular Shrine Room, which is made from materials from across the world and is meant to symbolize peace and unity. The 25-acre district also includes the American Legion Mall, the Veterans’ Memorial Plaza, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, and the USS Indianapolis Memorial on the Central Canal. 55 E. Michigan St., 317650-9058, indianawarmemorials.org

James Whitcomb Riley Museum

Home & Visitor Center

Nestled in the historic downtown neighborhood of Lockerbie is the home of Indiana’s most famous poet. Tours of the Victorian residence built in 1872 can be reserved. 528 Lockerbie St., 317-631-5885, rileymuseumhome.org

Lucas Oil Stadium

The home field of the Indianapolis Colts is a state-of-the-art facility with a retractable roof, 67,000 seats, 139 luxury suites, and a two-level team store. The stadium also hosts conventions, big concerts and events, and NCAA championships, like the annual Big Ten Football Championship Game and the Final Four for men’s basketball. 500 S. Capitol Ave., 317-262-8600, lucasoilstadium.com

Madam Walker Legacy Center

This 1927 National Historic Landmark is one of the few surviving examples of African American Art Deco and a testament to Indianapolis’ rich African American history. World-class

jazz has long been the lavish 935-seat theater’s mainstay. Don’t miss their Juneteenth brunch. 617 Indiana Ave., 317-236-2099, madamwalkerlegacycenter.com

Medal of Honor Memorial

The names of 3,462 recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor, an award given by Congress for military valor, are on glass panels at this moving site north of the Indiana State Museum. The 1-acre memorial stands for conflicts from the Civil War through the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. At dusk, audio recordings tell their stories. Central Canal, indianawarmemorials.org

Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens

This 22-room French-style chateau located on the grounds of Newfields was the longtime home of the city’s prestigious Lilly family, of Eli Lilly pharmaceutical fame. The National Historic Landmark has been meticulously preserved with 1930s decor and belongings from the family of businessman J.K. Lilly Jr., resulting in a stunning example of the American Country Place era. 4000 N. Michigan Rd., 317-923-1331, discovernewfields.org

Old National Centre

The exotic exterior of North America’s largest Shrine temple adds a dash of mystique to the downtown skyline. The style of this impressive yellow brick complex built in 1909 nods to the architecture of the Middle East, with its stained glass, terra cotta detailing, and minarets. It hosts comedians and touring productions of Broadway shows in the Murat Theatre and popular bands in the more expansive Egyptian Room. 502 N. New Jersey St., 317-231-0000

Scottish Rite Cathedral

Indianapolis is home to the largest Scottish Rite cathedral in the world, a magnificent Tudor Gothic edifice boasting a massive pipe organ, 54-bell carillon, 1,100-seat auditorium, and floating ballroom. Fun fact: Taylor Swift filmed her “Change” video here. Small-group tours are offered. 650 N. Meridian St., 317-2623100, aasr-indy.org

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Indy’s iconic 284-foot-tall monument, topped off by the 38-foot Victory statue, anchors downtown’s geographic and civic hub. Climb 331 stairs (or take the elevator) to the observation deck for 360-degree views. 1 Monument Circle, 317-234-6999, indianawarmemorials.org

Victory Field

The home of the Triple-A International League Indianapolis Indians recently underwent renovations, the largest of which was the addition of the indoor/outdoor Elements Financial Club high above home plate. The Pittsburgh Pirates affiliate team plays here April through September. Themed games and Friday post-game fireworks displays draw crowds all summer. 501 W. Maryland St., 317-269-3545, indyindians.com

MUSEUMS

Children’s Museum Indianapolis

The world’s largest children’s museum is any kid’s dream. Among the permanent attractions:

Indiana State Fairgrounds

Meet the monon

Central Indiana’s prime walking and biking rail trail will seem to pop up everywhere—because it pretty much is. Here’s a rundown of stops, heading north from downtown, that are worth making along its 24-mile path.

FESTIVA We’ve declared Festiva one of the top 10 restaurants in the city. This location’s Mexican cuisine is unique in its inclusion of familystyle dishes, and the cocktails are to die for. Downtown locals can book online and walk to dinner. 1217 E. 16th St., 317-635-4444, festivaindy.com

BRICS Broad Ripple Ice Cream Station has 36 flavors, eight of which are vegan. Coffee and cocoa are sold for cool-weather constitutionals. 901 E. 64th St., 317257-5757, bricsindy.com

THE BIKE LINE Since 1979, this bike shop has been operated by the Revard family, who maintain “you don’t have to be a professional rider to enjoy professional-quality equipment.” Regular Monon riders count on this shop for their rides, accessories, clothing, and repairs. 6520 Cornell Ave., 317-253-2611, thebikeline.com

RENE’S BAKERY This tiny, Santorini blue shop is steps from the trail. Grab a treat scone, muffin, or, our pick, almond croissant during an early stroll. Don’t forget a loaf of squishy-fresh bread for dinner. 6524 Cornell Ave., 317-251-2253, renesbakery.com

KAWACHINAGANO JAPANESE

GARDEN Take a breather at a serene oasis after a bike ride or walk. Or have a picnic. Stop at the Saturday Carmel Farmers Market or grab takeout at Bub’s Burgers and head here for a bit of Zen. One Civic Square, Carmel, 317-848-3181

—MICHELLE MASTRO

a 26-foot-tall water clock; Beyond Spaceship Earth, a recreation of the International Space Station; Dinosphere, where you can observe dinosaur fossils unearthed by museum paleontologists; a working antique carousel; a 55-ton steam engine; and Dale Chihuly’s largest blown-glass sculpture. One of the coolest exhibits, National GeographicTreasures of the Earth, lets visitors experience some of the greatest archaeological sites around the world. The seasonal Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience features numerous outdoor activities. 3000 N. Meridian St., 317-334-4000, childrensmuseum.org

Conner Prairie

Time-travel back to 19th-century Indiana at this pioneer village brought to life through first-person interpreters. The living history museum and park encompasses several outdoor areas and an indoor center on 1,000 acres. Survey the entire scene from above when you ascend up to 380 feet in a hot-air balloon; meet residents of Dupont, a town that Confederate Gen. John Hunt Morgan invaded, in 1863 Civil War Journey; explore the 4-story Treetop Outpost; and feed and pet livestock at Animal Encounters. The initial phases of the new interactive experience, Promised Land as Proving Ground, have opened up, with the rest to be unveiled soon. 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-776-6000, connerprairie.org

Crispus Attucks Museum

This museum on the grounds of Crispus Attucks High School houses four galleries celebrating the accomplishments of alumni of the city’s first all-Black high school. Among the famous honorees are NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson, a member of the first allBlack basketball team to win a state championship; jazz trumpeter Freddie Hubbard; and opera singer Angela Brown. 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., 317-226-2432

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

Nestled beside Central Canal, this museum celebrates Native American and Western art, culture, and history. The building itself evokes the landscape of the Southwest. Learn about the indigenous peoples of Indiana and the Great Lakes region and see traditional and contemporary crafts created by North American Indigenous peoples. Find artwork by Frederic Remington, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Charles Russell. Finally, climb aboard a replica of a late-1800s stagecoach. 500 W. Washington St., 317-636-9378, eiteljorg.org

hosts various nature-related special events and workshops throughout the year. The 3-acre Sunken Garden boasts illuminated fountains and flower beds in the style of a European classical formal garden. 2505 Conservatory Dr., 317-327-7183, garfield gardensconservatory.org

Indiana Medical History Museum

This fascinating must-see provides a look at the dawn of scientific psychiatry and modern medicine. Human skeletons and preserved organs are on display. 3270 Kirkbride Way, 317-635-7329, imhm.org

Indianapolis Art Center

The halls in this Michael Graves–designed building are embellished with art, and it houses one of the few glass hot shops in the country open to the public. The outdoor ARTSPARK is packed with sculptures. 820 E. 67th St., 317-255-2464, indyartcenter.org

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

Cruise through racing and automobile history at this museum. On display are engines, trophies, historic photos, and a 65- to 80-vehicle selection from its vast inventory. Highlights include the Marmon Wasp, the winning car of the first Indianapolis 500, and the BorgWarner Trophy. 4750 W. 16th St., 317-492-6784, imsmuseum.org

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

A jewel on 152 acres overlooking the White River, the IMA is one of the 10 largest general art museums in the United States, where you can view works spanning 5,000 years. Galleries feature works by Monet, Rembrandt, and Gauguin, plus standout displays of Asian, American, European, and African art and objects in the world of design and textiles. 4000 N. Michigan Rd., 317-923-1331, discovernewfields.org

Indiana State Museum

Families will enjoy this lively venue in White River State Park. It tells the tale of the Hoosier State through modern galleries that focus on history, science, and culture. Exhibits include a lock from the Wabash and Erie Canal and the famous Foucault Pendulum. 650 W. Washington St., 317-232-1637, indianamuseum.org

Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library

Eugene

and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center

The Indiana experience makes creative use of the Indiana Historical Society’s rich photo archives. Guests step into 3-D re-creations of images, which come to life through costumed interpreters and detailed sets. A 1940s-style cabaret room is dedicated to Hoosier legend Cole Porter. At holiday time, this is the site of the gorgeous Festival of Trees display. 450 W. Ohio St., 317-232-1882, indianahistory.org

Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden

The 10,000-square-foot Art Deco–style conservatory houses hundreds of tropical plants and

The writer, artist, veteran, and Indianapolis native is celebrated in this arts center, designated Indiana’s first Literary Landmark. Enjoy displays on Vonnegut’s life and works and a year-round slate of events, including fall’s Banned Books Week and VonnegutFest. 543 Indiana Ave., 317-423-0391, vonnegut library.org

NCAA Hall of Champions

Pay homage to the 24 sports and 90 national championships administered by the NCAA, which is headquartered next door. Handson action abounds. Think sports simulators and a basketball court where you can try to recreate legendary game-winning shots. 700 W. Washington St., 317-916-4255, ncaahallofchampions.org

PLACES TO LIVE

DOWNTOWN

Chatham Arch

Charming 19th-century cottages abut cosmopolitan new condos. BOUNDARIES: I-65, North and East streets, College Avenue. ATTRACTIONS: Cultural Trail, Mass Ave, Bottleworks. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $537,188.

Bates-Hendricks

Just west of Fountain Square, this up-and-coming area is popular for those looking for an affordable downtown property, whether move-in ready or prime for a reno. BOUNDARIES: Madison Avenue, I-70/I-65, Beecher Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $273,878.

Cottage Home

In this close-knit community listed in the National Register of Historic Places, residences range from sweet, colorful cottages to elaborate Victorian homes dating to the 1800s. Many have adorable picket fences and gardens. BOUNDARIES: 10th, Michigan, and Oriental streets, College Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $397,528.

Fall Creek Place

A concerted turnaround effort about 20 years ago has led to a mix of rehabilitated older homes and new homes in historic vernacular on 54 acres just north of downtown. Residents enjoy area parks and community events. BOUNDARIES: Meridian Street, Fall Creek Parkway, 22nd Street, College Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $432,072.

Fletcher Place/Holy Rosary

These two areas, divided by Virginia Avenue, were the city’s original Italian neighborhoods. This designated historic district is located across from Eli Lilly and Company headquarters. Home styles include Italianate and Queen Anne, while the Villaggio offers condo options.

ATTRACTIONS: Nearby restaurants, Cultural Trail. BOUNDARIES: East Street, I-65/70, Louisiana Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $377,162.

Fountain Square

The area is favored by young couples and those looking for fixer-uppers. BOUNDARIES: Fletcher and State avenues, I-65/I-70. ATTRACTIONS: Fountain Square Theatre Building, independent shops, and bars. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $370,588.

Fountain Square bustles with activity on weekends.

Herron-Morton

This historic district is known for a collection of 19th-century Queen Annes alongside ultracontemporary new homes. BOUNDARIES: Central Avenue; 22nd, 16th, and Pennsylvania streets.

ATTRACTIONS: Footlite Musicals, Talbot Street Art Fair. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $532,160.

Holy Cross

The refurbished north-central pocket of Holy Cross, dramatically more upscale than the rest of the area, has everything established historic districts have—except maybe the name recognition. BOUNDARIES: I-65/I-70; Michigan, Washington, New York, Oriental, and State streets. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $373,503.

Lockerbie Square

The city’s first urban revitalization success, Lockerbie Square offers a storybook setting in the heart of the city. Cottages, condos, and even urban lofts sit on brick and cobblestone streets.

BOUNDARIES: Michigan, Fulton, New York, and East streets. ATTRACTION: James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $427,148.

Mile Square

Crave the hustle and bustle of urban life? You’ll find condos on nearly every block downtown.

BOUNDARIES: North, South, East, and West streets.

ATTRACTIONS: Monument Circle, White River State Park, Cultural Trail, Mass Ave, Indiana War Memorial, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $513,130.

Old Northside

This historic district has been revitalized by those looking for a Victorian or a Queen Anne, either already restored or in need of a little work. BOUNDARIES: 16th and Pennsylvania streets, College Avenue, I-65. ATTRACTIONS: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Harrison Center. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $507,919.

Ransom Place

Adjacent to the IUPUI campus, Ransom Place was one of the first African American neighborhoods in the city. Recent preservation efforts have resulted in renewed interest in the neighborhood. BOUNDARIES: Martin Luther King Jr., St. Clair, Paca, and 10th streets. ATTRACTIONS: Madam Walker Legacy Center, Cultural Trail, Central Canal. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $335,167.

St. Clair Place

The boost this area got from the Super Bowl 2012 Legacy Project lives on. This neighborhood of modern, desirable homes boasts sustainable street design and infrastructure.

BOUNDARIES: 10th, Rural, Michigan, and Tecumseh streets. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $305,477.

St. Joseph

A mix of converted warehouses, row houses, and homes whose architecture reflects the area’s late-19th to early-20th-century roots packs St. Joseph, whose proximity to the city’s most happening spots continues to make it a popular choice. BOUNDARIES: I-65, Fort Wayne and Central avenues, Pennsylvania Street. ATTRACTION: Mass Ave. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $251,184.

Windsor Park

A gateway from the near-east side to downtown, Windsor Park is home to a diverse mix of residents and an inventory of homes that

Indianapolis and surrounding areas

spans historic to new. BOUNDARIES: 10th Street, Massachusetts and Jefferson avenues. ATTRACTIONS: Kan-Kan Cinema, Circle City Industrial Complex, Mass Ave. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $331,753.

Woodruff Place

Renovations have brought new life to many of the Victorian and Colonial mansions here, which line grassy esplanades with fountains. BOUNDARIES: 10th and Michigan streets, Woodruff Place East and West drives.

AVERAGE HOME SALE: $439,567.

EAST & NORTHEAST

Avalon Hills

One of the most hilly and heavily wooded areas of Marion County, this neighborhood contains 1960s-era homes, most of which are two stories with basements. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 9 miles.

BOUNDARIES: Hillcrest Country Club, 71st Street, I-465, Fall Creek Road. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $459,000.

Brendonwood

A National Landmark Historic District developed from about 1920 to 1950, this tree-dense enclave features homes in the Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, and American Craftsman

styles. Residents can enjoy the country club and proximity to Fort Harrison State Park. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 14 miles. BOUNDARIES: 56th Street, Fall Creek Parkway North Drive, Fall Creek Road, and Brendon Forest Drive. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $855,909.

Castleton

Traffic on Allisonville Road and 82nd Street sometimes overshadows the attractions of this suburban sector. The area’s residences are, for the most part, traditional ranch dwellings and two-story homes with ample lawns. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 10 miles. BOUNDARIES: I-465, I-69, 96th Street, Allisonville Road. ATTRACTIONS: Castleton Square Mall, William S. Sahm Park and Golf Course. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $221,488.

Cumberland

This progressive eastside community provides an easy commute for downtown workers. Already a region of historic neighborhoods, the town is expanding east into Hancock County with pricier new homes. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 10 miles. BOUNDARIES: East 30th Street, North Post Road, North County Road 700 West.

AVERAGE HOME SALE: $271,676.

Devonshire

Ranches from the 1950s and split-levels from the 1960s might show some wear, but the homes here are a better deal than nearby areas. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 7 miles. BOUNDARIES:

Binford Boulevard, I-465, Fall Creek Road, 71st Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $373,038.

Emerson Heights

Filled with small bungalows and doubles on tree-lined esplanades, this neighborhood borders the hip communities of Little Flower and Irvington. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDARIES: Linwood and Emerson avenues, 10th and Michigan streets. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $167,795.

Fort Benjamin Harrison

Since Fort Benjamin Harrison closed more than two decades ago, the area along East 56th Street has grown and changed into a residential enclave while retaining the fort’s Colonial Revival character. Fort Harrison State Park practically doubles as a backyard. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 9 miles. BOUNDARIES: Shafter and Glenn roads, Aultman Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $337,931.

Geist

Exclusive, affluent subdivisions and extravagant waterfront custom homes fill this northeast corner, where the lifestyle centers around water recreation. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 14 miles. BOUNDARIES: East 96th and East 79th streets, Carroll Road. ATTRACTIONS: Geist Reservoir, Indianapolis Yacht Club, Indianapolis Sailing Club. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $583,863.

Indian Lake

This community may not have the name recognition of Geist to the north, but that’s part of Indian Lake’s appeal. Residents say the woods and wildlife remind them of Wisconsin, and they can take kayaks, canoes, and pontoon boats out on the 60-acre private lake. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 11 miles. BOUNDARIES: Fall Creek and

Sunnyside roads, East 63rd Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $437,167.

Irvington

The community is a magnet for people in creative industries, and it shows: Older homes are carefully enhanced and maintained, with Irvingtonian pride rivaling that of any place in the city. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDARIES: 10th Street, Brookville Road, Emerson and Arlington avenues. ATTRACTIONS: Ellenberger Park, Pleasant Run Golf Course. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $216,726.

Ivy Hills

Traditional homes built in the 1950s and ’60s on large lots with mature trees dominate this area just south of Castleton’s hustle and bustle. You’ll find original owners and growing families alike. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 12 miles. BOUNDARIES: 81st Street, Allisonville Road, 75th Street, Knue Road. ATTRACTION: Castleton Square Mall. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $338,000.

Little Flower

Homes in this historically Irish Catholic area come with affordable price tags and vintage styles and are popular with singles and young couples. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDARIES: 16th and 10th streets, Emerson Avenue, Sherman Drive. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $167,203.

Warren Park

This eastside neighborhood features move-in ready bungalows and fixer-upper ranches, all a tee drive away from Pleasant Run Golf Course. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 7 miles. BOUNDARIES: 16th Street, Shadeland Avenue, Ridgeview Drive, Pleasant Run Parkway South Drive, Perry Drive. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $229,286.

SOUTH

Beech Grove

This small community is characterized by cottages, comfortable ranches, and new homes, offering inexpensive options close to downtown Indy. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 4 miles.

BOUNDARIES: Connection Avenue, North to South 25th Avenue, East Thompson Road.

AVERAGE HOME SALE: $180,284.

Franklin Township

A southeastern Marion County township, Franklin remained relatively undeveloped from its settlement in the 1820s until the mid-20th century, when the construction of several interstates made Franklin Township a convenient settling point for suburbanites.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 8 miles. BOUNDARIES: East Troy Avenue, Carroll Road, East County Line Road South, South Emerson Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $257,953.

Garfield Park

The area boasts a large public park with a conservatory, 1903 pagoda, gardens, and a bike trail to Ellenberger Park. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 2 miles. BOUNDARIES: South Beecher Street, I-65, Troy Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $213,670.

Homecroft

Modest bungalows and cottages form a southside neighborhood listed in the National Register of Historic Places. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 7 miles. BOUNDARIES: Banta Road, Tulip Drive, Orinoco Avenue, Penn railroad tracks. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $238,458.

Southport

Housing here was constructed mostly during the 1960s and 1970s after the expansion of Madison Avenue, though early-20th-century homes also dot the area. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 6 miles. BOUNDARIES: McFarland Road, Buck Creek, Madison Avenue, Stop 11 Road.

AVERAGE HOME SALE: $221,445.

University Heights

To the south of the University of Indianapolis lies this historic district, which dates back to 1902. The fact that it’s at the southern point of the Red Line transit route adds to its appeal.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDAR-

IES: Hanna, Lawrence, and Keystone avenues, Shelby Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $187,006.

WEST & NORTHWEST

Clermont

Initially a working-class suburb, the town became a part of Indianapolis in 1970. It’s perhaps best known for being a stone’s throw from Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 10 miles. BOUNDARIES: West 30th Street, North Raceway Road, Dandy Trail. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $223,315.

Geist Reservoir

Crooked Creek

This collection of middle-class areas is marked by ranches, split-levels, and large yards that dominate the district. BOUNDARIES: West 79th Street, Michigan Road, Grandview and Kessler Boulevard West drives. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 7 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $219,527.

Eagle Creek

Eagle Creek Reservoir anchors one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Crossing the causeway at the end of the workday transports residents to a quiet setting of hills, woods, and wildlife. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 11 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $324,630.

Garden City

Originally, this section was marked by expansive farms; only glimpses of its rural heritage are seen now. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 2 miles.

BOUNDARIES: I-465, Rockville Road, Tibbs Avenue, 10th Street. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $132,527.

Golden Hill

This affluent, historic neighborhood overlooking the White River is noted for its collection of homes designed by several of the city’s prominent architects, and its estate homes reflect various styles of period revival architecture.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 2 miles. BOUNDARIES: Clifton and 36th streets, White River, Woodstock Country Club. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $627,757.

Golden Triangle

Bounded by three interstates—465, 865, and 65—this city corner feels like a slice of the country in places. Upscale subdivisions and older homes on wooded lots are tucked away from busy streets. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 12 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $422,305.

New Augusta

This village grew up around a railroad depot and still boasts homes in styles typical of the time, including Italianate and Queen Anne. It’s centered on the corner of Guion Road and 71st Street. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 8 miles.

BOUNDARIES: Georgetown Road, West 71st Street, New Augusta Road. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $273,404.

Speedway

Growth has sprung from its proximity to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Single-family ranches and apartments surround a busy Main Street. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 8 miles. BOUNDAR-

IES: Cossell and North High School roads, Olin Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $239,420.

Wynnedale

Architects and other creative types have an affinity for this hidden gem near Newfields. Developed as a residential area in 1932, it still features a bird sanctuary and flower beds maintained by residents, along with homes of Tudor, Spanish, Art Deco, and ranch styles.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 3 miles. BOUNDARIES: 44th and 42nd streets, Cold Spring Road, Crooked Creek. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $356,375.

NORTH

Arden

Winding streets, mature trees, and a range of home styles have made Arden a hot address.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 6 miles. BOUNDARIES: Meridian and 71st streets, College Avenue, White River. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $537,188.

Broad Ripple

A popular resort area for Indianapolis citizens during the early 1900s, Broad Ripple is still vibrant, as reflected by the eclectic boutiques, galleries, and restaurants in the village business district. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles.

ATTRACTIONS: Broad Ripple Park, Monon Trail, Central Canal Towpath, Indianapolis Art Center. BOUNDARIES: Kessler Boulevard East Drive, 65th Street, North Keystone Avenue. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $313,701.

Butler-Tarkington

Residents of the traditional homes on these tree-lined streets enjoy the shops and eateries at 56th and Illinois and cultural activities at Butler University. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 4 miles. BOUNDARIES: Central Canal, Michigan Road, Meridian and 38th streets, Westfield Boulevard. ATTRACTIONS: Clowes Memorial Hall, Newfields. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $385,353.

Crow’s Nest

City leaders Eli Lilly and L.S. Ayres once owned homes in this neighborhood, still dotted with large estates and imposing architecture. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 6 miles. BOUNDARIES: 62nd Street, White River, Lieber Road. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $4,100,000.

Forest Hills

This picturesque area is known for Tudor Revival cottages on winding roads. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDARIES: College and Northview avenues, Kessler Boulevard, the Monon Trail. ATTRACTIONS: Proximity to Broad Ripple and the Monon Trail. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $773,870.

Mapleton-Fall Creek

Once home to Indianapolis’s wealthy, these streets are now lined with bungalows, condos, and the occasional early-20th-century home. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 2 miles. BOUNDARIES: 38th and Meridian streets, Fall Creek Parkway. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $274,796.

Meridian-Kessler

In one of the Circle City’s oldest neighborhoods, architecture varies from large Colonial, Tudor, and French-inspired homes on the west side to bungalows on the east. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 4 miles. BOUNDARIES: Meridian and 38th streets, Kessler Boulevard, the Monon Trail. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $477,293.

Meridian Hills

Exclusive since its development in the 1920s and ’30s, Meridian Hills remains a quiet neighborhood of wealthy families. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 7 miles. BOUNDARIES: 81st and 64th streets, Spring Mill Road, College Avenue, Williams Creek. ATTRACTION: Holliday Park. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $694,695.

Meridian Park

Arts and Crafts homes with double lots distinguish this area. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 2 miles. BOUNDARIES: 30th, 34th, and Pennsylvania streets, Washington Boulevard. ATTRACTION: The Children’s Museum. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $372,234

Love Fests

A strong sense of community permeates these local gatherings.

IRVINGTON HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

A week of spooky events leads up to the grand finale of this popular eastside October gathering, which includes a giant street fair and parade down Washington Street.

FREEDOM FESTIVAL

Greenwood’s late-June takeover of Craig Park includes a parade, live music, kids’ activities, and dozens of vendors, all capped off with fireworks lighting up the sky.

FEAST OF LANTERNS

Artists, food trucks, music, a beer garden, and strings of colorful paper lanterns comprise this near-eastside event in August in Spades Park.

SAUSAGEFEST

Cue the snickering. The team at St. Thomas Aquinas has heard all the jokes by now amid serving up sausages, brews, and a lively atmosphere at this late-summer Midtown fete.

CARMEL JAZZ FEST

Enjoy jazz, blues, and R&B performances at this mid-August multi-stage event. Then browse the wares of local vendors and hop on a trolley for a ride through the Carmel Arts & Design District

Nora

Nora residents can walk to the Monon Trail and great northside shopping and dining. Classic ranch homes from the 1960s and ’70s sit on generous wooded lots. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 8 miles. BOUNDARIES: White River, 79th and 96th streets. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $369,555.

Rocky Ripple

In 1921, the mayor of Indianapolis floated a proposal to turn this area near Central Canal and the White River into a lake. Today, it’s a fairly hidden, quiet, middle-class spot. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 5 miles. BOUNDARIES: Along the White River between West 51st Street and Canal Boulevard. ATTRACTIONS: Broad Ripple, Clowes Memorial Hall, Newfields. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $270,067.

SoBro

With unique bungalows, modest yards, and plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance, South Broad Ripple is a desirable spot for singles and young couples. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 4 miles. BOUNDARIES: 54th and 49th streets, College and Keystone avenues. ATTRACTIONS: Monon Trail. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $239,304.

Williams Creek

Tudor- and Victorian-style homes and new custom showpieces line the creek and winding lanes of this affluent neighborhood. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 8 miles. BOUNDARIES: College Avenue, Pennsylvania and 81st streets, Williams Creek.

AVERAGE HOME SALE: $1,230,000.

SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES

Avon

Avon boasts good schools, attractive parks, custom homes, and a traditional neighborhood development in the Village of Turner Trace. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 10 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $344,764.

Brownsburg

This Hendricks County community is replete with housing options, from older ranches and two-story homes to custom and tract homes in new developments. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 12 miles. AVERAGE HOME

SALE: $332,052.

Carmel

Residents like Carmel for its easy access to highways, generous supply of upscale shops and restaurants, luxurious houses on wooded lots, highly rated school system, a new top-notch library, and genuine sense of community. DISTANCE TO

DOWNTOWN: 13 miles. ATTRACTIONS: Arts & Design District, Midtown, Monon Trail. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $570,161.

Fishers

Projects continue to pop up in and around its downtown. It’s been named by CNN Money as one of

the top places to live in the country. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 17 miles. ATTRACTIONS: Conner Prairie, Topgolf, Ikea, The Yard at Fishers District. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $341,342.

Franklin

Beautifully restored homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s decorate the main thoroughfares of this small city south of Indy. Amenities include easy access to I-65, a quaint town square, and Franklin College.

DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 25 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $257,953.

Greenfield

Thousands of literary types visit the annual Riley Festival, an ode to Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley, born here in 1849. His birth site sits just down the road from the lively courthouse square. Riley Park is the site of regular community events. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 25 miles. ATTRACTIONS: Pennsy Trail, James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $268,529.

Greenwood

In this southside suburb, newer subdivisions have been built alongside homes from the 1960s–1980s. Greenwood Park Mall and the surrounding shopping centers are the area’s retail hubs. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 14 miles.

ATTRACTIONS: Craig Park, Valle Vista Golf Club, Freedom Springs Aquatic Park. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $298,702.

Lebanon

The charming downtown square is now home to a popular distillery, plus a board game store and quite a few other charming mom-andpop spots. The Boone County Fairgrounds is also here. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 28 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $251,900.

Noblesville

Here, brick-lined streets lead to quaint boutiques and great independent restaurants. Ruoff Music Center, which hosts national touring acts, is a destination all summer long, as is the White River for kayaking trips. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 24 miles. ATTRACTIONS: Federal Hill Commons, Courthouse Square. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $395,923.

Plainfield

Plainfield is a popular alternative to northside ’burbs for its schools, parks, proximity to the airport, and diverse housing market. New, mid-range homes mingle with historic downtown charmers. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 18 miles. ATTRACTIONS: The Shops at Perry Crossing, Splash Island water park. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $332,973.

Westfield

Most homes here are relatively new and located in well-planned communities with amenities like golf courses and clubhouses. The new Grand Junction Plaza boasts a playground, an amphitheater, permanent seating, nearby trails, and a forthcoming ice skating rink. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 20 miles. AVERAGE HOME

SALE: $514,891.

Zionsville

This coveted Boone County address offers old and new places to live: pricey Victorians with gorgeous gardens, midcentury ranches, spacious and pastoral horse farms, customhome communities, and traditional neighborhood developments. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN: 16 miles. AVERAGE HOME SALE: $653,478.

Average home sales based on 2022 data compiled by the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors provided by F.C. Tucker Co.

Zionsville Farmers Market

SCHOOLS & COLLEGES

All information, except private school tuition, is from the Indiana Department of Education. Enrollment figures are as of 2023. ILEARN proficiency rates for grades 3–8 (English/language arts and Math), SAT benchmark rates for grade 11 (English/language arts and Math), and graduation rates are from 2022, unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit doe.in.gov.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

MARION COUNTY

BEECH GROVE CITY SCHOOLS

Beech Grove Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 918. SAT BENCHMARK: 12.2%. GRAD. RATE:

80.4%. 5330 Hornet Ave., Beech Grove, 317-786-1447

MSD DECATUR TOWNSHIP

Decatur Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,039. SAT BENCHMARK: 11.7%. GRAD. RATE: 91.9%. 5251 Kentucky Ave., 317-856-5288

Decatur Township School for Excellence (7–12)

ENROLLMENT, ILEARN, SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a. 5106 S. High School Rd., 317-856-0900

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP CSC

Franklin Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,319. SAT BENCHMARK: 33.1%. GRAD. RATE: 95.7%. 6215 S. Franklin Rd., 317-862-6646

INDIANA SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED (PK–12)

No matter where they’re headed in life, an Indiana school can get them there.

ENROLLMENT: 107. SAT BENCHMARK: 2.7%. GRAD. RATE: n/a. 7725 N. College Ave., 317-253-1481

INDIANA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 298. ILEARN: 3.2%. SAT BENCHMARK: 0%. SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD RATE: n/a. 1200 E. 42nd St., 317-550-4800

INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arsenal Technical High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,366. SAT BENCHMARK: 1.7%. GRAD. RATE: 80.2%. 1500 E. Michigan St., 317-693-5300

Crispus Attucks High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,188. SAT BENCHMARK: 0.8%. GRAD. RATE:

83.1%. 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., 317226-2800

George Washington High School

ENROLLMENT: 753. SAT BENCHMARK: 0%. GRAD. RATE:

72.7%. 2215 W. Washington St., 317-693-5555

Shortridge High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,089. SAT BENCHMARK: 15.6%. GRAD. RATE:

82.8%. 3401 N. Meridian St., 317-226-2810

MSD LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP

Lawrence Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,317. SAT BENCHMARK: 11.9%. GRAD. RATE:

91.9%. 7300 E. 56th St., 317-964-7400

Lawrence North High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,861. SAT BENCHMARK: 18.8%. GRAD. RATE:

93.2%. 7802 N. Hague Rd., 317-964-7700

PERRY TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS

Perry Meridian High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,350. SAT BENCHMARK: 22.9%. GRAD. RATE:

95.4%. 401 W. Meridian School Rd., 317-789-4400

Southport High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,356. SAT BENCHMARK: 20.1%. GRAD. RATE:

90%. 971 E. Banta Rd., 317-789-4800

MSD PIKE TOWNSHIP

Pike High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,287. SAT BENCHMARK: 13.2%. GRAD. RATE:

87.9%. 5401 W. 71st St., 317-291-5250

SPEEDWAY SCHOOLS

Speedway Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 565. SAT BENCHMARK: 50.4%. GRAD. RATE:

99.2%. 5357 W. 25th St., Speedway, 317-244-7238

MSD WARREN TOWNSHIP

Warren Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,414. SAT BENCHMARK: 10.8%. GRAD. RATE:

82.9%. 9500 E. 16th St., 317-532-6200

MSD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP

North Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,628. SAT BENCHMARK: 28.3%. GRAD. RATE:

90.4%. 1801 E. 86th St., 317-259-5301

MSD WAYNE TOWNSHIP

Ben Davis High School (10–12)

ENROLLMENT: 3,392. SAT BENCHMARK: 11.5%. GRAD. RATE:

84.9%. 1200 N. Girls School Rd., 317-988-7000

Ben Davis University High School (10–12)

ENROLLMENT: 358. SAT BENCHMARK: 24.3%. GRAD. RATE:

100%. 1155 S. High School Rd., 317-988-7800

BOONE COUNTY

Lebanon Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,027. SAT BENCHMARK: 35.5%. GRAD. RATE:

93.6%. 510 Essex Dr., Lebanon, 765-482-0400

Western Boone JuniorSenior High School

ENROLLMENT: 818. SAT BENCHMARK: 28.6%. GRAD. RATE:

91.2%. 1205 N. State Rd. 75, Thorntown, 765-4826143

Zionsville Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,255. SAT BENCHMARK: 65.9%.

GRAD. RATE: 98.4%. 1000 Mulberry St., Zionsville, 317-873-3355

HAMILTON COUNTY

Carmel High School

ENROLLMENT: 5,192. SAT BENCHMARK: 67.4%. GRAD. RATE:

96.4%. 520 E. Main St., Carmel, 317-846-7721

Fishers High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,674. SAT BENCHMARK: 54.8%. GRAD. RATE: 97.9%. 13000 Promise Rd., Fishers, 317-915-4290

Hamilton Heights High School

ENROLLMENT: 711. SAT BENCHMARK: 33.5%. GRAD. RATE: 95.6%. 25802 State Rd. 19, Arcadia, 317-984-3551

Hamilton Southeastern High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,450. SAT BENCHMARK: 56.8%. GRAD. RATE: 98%. 12499 Olio Rd., Fishers, 317-594-4190

Noblesville High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,227. SAT BENCHMARK: 46.6%. GRAD. RATE: 97.6%. 18111 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville, 317-733-4680

Sheridan High School

ENROLLMENT: 324. SAT BENCHMARK: 23.4%.

GRAD. RATE: 93.8%. 24185 N. Hinesley Rd., Sheridan, 317-758-4431

Westfield High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,665. SAT BENCHMARK: 52.1%.

GRAD. RATE: 97.2%. 18250 N. Union St., Westfield, 317-867-6800

HANCOCK COUNTY Eastern Hancock High School

ENROLLMENT: 378. SAT BENCHMARK: 32.2%.

GRAD. RATE: 89.5%. 10320 E. 250 N, Charlottesville, 317-936-5595

Greenfield-Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,462. SAT BENCHMARK: 33.3%.

GRAD. RATE: 89.8%. 810 N. Broadway St., Greenfield, 317-462-9211

Mt. Vernon High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,431. SAT BENCHMARK: 36.9%. GRAD. RATE: 93.5%. 8112 N. 200 W, Fortville, 317-485-3131

New Palestine High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,195. SAT BENCHMARK: 36.1%.

GRAD. RATE: 95.8%. 4485 S. Victory Dr., New Palestine, 317-861-4417

HENDRICKS COUNTY Avon High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,348. SAT BENCHMARK: 45%.

GRAD. RATE: 97.4%. 7575 E. County Rd. 150 S, Avon, 317-544-5000

Brownsburg High School

ENROLLMENT: 3,348. SAT BENCHMARK: 44.2%.

GRAD. RATE: 98.2%. 1000 S. Odell St., Brownsburg, 317-852-2258

Cascade Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 513. SAT BENCHMARK: 39.2%.

GRAD. RATE: 98.4%. 6565 S. County Rd. 200 W, Clayton, 317-539-9315

Danville Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 786. SAT BENCHMARK: 38.5%.

GRAD. RATE: 91.7%. 100 Warrior Way, Danville, 317-745-6431

Plainfield High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,782. SAT BENCHMARK: 42%.

GRAD. RATE: 92.8%. 1 Red Pride Dr., Plainfield, 317-839-7711

Tri-West Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 615. SAT BENCHMARK: 38.2%. GRAD. RATE:

90.3%. 7883 N. State Rd. 39, Lizton, 317-994-4000

JOHNSON COUNTY Center Grove High School

ENROLLMENT: 2,851. SAT BENCHMARK: 43.7%. GRAD. RATE:

96.4%. 2717 S. Morgantown Rd., Greenwood, 317-881-0581

Edinburgh Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 233. SAT BENCHMARK: 15.4%. GRAD. RATE:

91.8%. 300 S. Keeley St., Edinburgh, 812-526-5501

Franklin Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,610. SAT BENCHMARK: 31.7%.

GRAD. RATE: 88.7%. 2600 Cumberland Dr., Franklin, 317-738-5700

Greenwood Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,175. SAT BENCHMARK: 28.7%. GRAD. RATE: 89.2%. 615 W. Smith Valley Rd., Greenwood, 317-889-4000

Indian Creek Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 624. SAT BENCHMARK: 27.8%.

GRAD. RATE: 91.1%. 803W. Indian Creek Dr., Trafalgar, 317-878-2110

Whiteland Community High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,879. SAT BENCHMARK: 24.9%. GRAD. RATE:

90.1%. 300 Main St., Whiteland, 317-535-7562

MORGAN COUNTY Eminence Junior-Senior High School (6–12)

ENROLLMENT: 178. ILEARN: 14.9%; SAT BENCHMARK: 20.5%. GRAD. RATE: 92.9%. 6760 N. State Rd. 42, Eminence, 765-528-2221

Martinsville High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,310. SAT BENCHMARK: 27.5%.

GRAD. RATE: 87.3%. 1360 E. Gray St., Martinsville, 765-342-5571

Monrovia High School

ENROLLMENT: 528. SAT BENCHMARK: 24.8%. GRAD. RATE: 78.2%. 205 S. Chestnut St., Monrovia, 317-996-2258

Mooresville High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,404. SAT BENCHMARK: 22.2%. GRAD. RATE: 95.3%. 550 N. Indiana St., Mooresville, 317-831-9203

SHELBY COUNTY

Morristown Junior-Senior High School (6–12)

ENROLLMENT: 320. ILEARN: 32.9%; SAT BENCHMARK: 23.5%. GRAD. RATE: 96.7%. 223 S. Patterson St., Morristown, 765-763-1221

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Shelbyville Senior High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,101. SAT BENCHMARK: 31.5%. GRAD. RATE: 86.8%. 2003 S. Miller St., Shelbyville, 317-398-9731

Southwestern High School (7–12)

ENROLLMENT: 295. ILEARN: 20.7%; SAT BENCHMARK: 20.9%. GRAD. RATE: 94.7%. 3406 W. 600 S, Shelbyville, 317-729-5122

Triton Central High School

ENROLLMENT: 457. SAT BENCHMARK: 36.6%. GRAD. RATE: 94%. 4774 W. 600 N, Fairland, 317-835-3000

Waldron Junior-Senior High School (6–12)

ENROLLMENT: 298. ILEARN: 19%; SAT BENCHMARK: 14.7%. GRAD. RATE: 96.9%. 102 N. East St., Waldron, 765-525-6822

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Charter schools are public schools that are granted control of their own curricula by the state, under an agreement that they will meet certain performance standards. Many are aimed toward specific educational purposes. As public schools, charter schools are tuition-free. This is not a comprehensive collection; for a full list of institutions authorized by the Indiana Charter School Board, visit in.gov/icsb/ icsb-schools.

MARION COUNTY

Andrew J. Brown Academy (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 604. ILEARN: 11.7%. 3600 N. German Church Rd., 317-891-0730

Avondale Meadows Academy (K–5)

ENROLLMENT: 301. ILEARN: 3.5%. 3980 Meadows Dr., 317-803-3182

Avondale Meadows Middle School (6–8)

ENROLLMENT: 192. ILEARN: 6.4%. 3980 Meadows Dr., 317-550-3363

Charles A. Tindley Accelerated School (7–12)

ENROLLMENT: 391. ILEARN: 4.9%; SAT BENCHMARK: 13.2%.

GRAD. RATE: 91.3%. 3960 Meadows Dr., 317-545-1745

Christel House Academy South (K–12)

ENROLLMENT: 785. ILEARN: 18.3%; SAT BENCHMARK: 9.4%.

GRAD. RATE: 97.4%. 2717 S. East St., 317-783-4690

Christel House Academy West (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 472. ILEARN: 4.5%. 55 N. Tibbs Ave., 317-783-4901

Christel House DORS (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 788. SAT BENCHMARK: n/a. GRAD. RATE: 20.3%. Three locations: South, 317-783-4686; West, 317-783-4722; and Ivy Tech, 317-916-7544

Enlace Academy (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 658. ILEARN: 5.4%. 3725 Kiel Ave., 317-383-0607

Herron High School (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 995. SAT BENCHMARK: 35.4%.

GRAD. RATE: 92%. 110 E. 16th St., 317-231-0010

Herron–Riverside High School (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 409. SAT BENCHMARK: 13.8%.

GRAD. RATE: 81.3%. 3010 N. White River Pkwy. E. Dr., 317-231-0010

Hope Academy (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 33. SAT BENCHMARK: 9.1%. GRAD. RATE: n/a. 8102 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-572-9356

Indianapolis Metropolitan High School (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 208. SAT BENCHMARK: 0%. GRAD. RATE: 41.3%. 1635 W. Michigan St., 317-524-4627

Irvington Community School Inc. (K–12)

ENROLLMENT: 959. ILEARN: 23.9%; SAT BENCHMARK:

9.7%. GRAD. RATE: 62.7%. 6705 E. Julian Ave., 317-357-3770

James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School (7–8)

ENROLLMENT: 239. ILEARN: 5.2%. 4352 Mitthoeffer Rd., 317-552-1600

Tindley Genesis Academy (K–6)

ENROLLMENT: 420. ILEARN: 12.1%. 4020 Meadows Pkwy., 317-777-6832

Tindley Summit Academy (K–6)

ENROLLMENT: 226. ILEARN: 6.3%. 3698 Dubarry Rd., 317-777-6830

HAMILTON COUNTY

Options Charter School— Noblesville (6–12)

ENROLLMENT & SAT BENCHMARK: n/a. ILEARN: 5.3%. 9945 Cumberland Pointe Blvd., Noblesville, 317-773-8659

Options Charter School— Westfield (6–12)

ENROLLMENT & SAT BENCHMARK: n/a. ILEARN: 1.6%; SAT GRAD. RATE: 60%. 17721 Gunther Blvd., Westfield, 317-815-2098

HANCOCK COUNTY

Geist Montessori Academy (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 233. ILEARN: 34.7%. 6058 W. 900 N, McCordsville, 317-813-4626

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

KIPP Indy College Prep Middle (6–8)

ENROLLMENT: 372. ILEARN: 5%. 1740 E. 30th St., 317-547-5477

KIPP Indy Legacy High School (9–11)

ENROLLMENT: 377. SAT BENCHMARK: 9.5%. 2255 N. Ralston Ave., 317-547-5477

KIPP Indy Unite Elementary (K–5)

ENROLLMENT: 695. ILEARN: 4.5%. 1740 E. 30th St., 317-547-5477

Paramount School of Excellence Brookside (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 803. ILEARN: 43.3%. 3020 Nowland Ave., 317-775-6660

Paramount School of Excellence Cottage Home (K–4)

ENROLLMENT: 265. ILEARN: 67.5%. 1203 E. St. Clair St., 463-231-2880

Paramount School of Excellence Englewood (5–8)

ENROLLMENT: 233. ILEARN: 34.6%. 3029 E. Washington St., 463-231-2830

Purdue Polytechnic High School North (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 283. SAT BENCHMARK: 24.1%. GRAD. RATE: 83.3%. 1405 Broad Ripple Ave., 317-832-4800

Purdue Polytechnic High School Schweitzer Center at Englewood (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 569. SAT BENCHMARK: 12.6%. GRAD. RATE: 86.5%. 3029 E. Washington St., 317-832-1200

Graduation rates, ILEARN proficiency rates for grades 3–8 (English/language arts and Math), and SAT benchmark rates for grade 11 (English/ language arts and Math) are listed if provided by the Indiana Department of Education. Enrollment figures are from the 2022–23 school year, and graduation rates are from 2022. Tuition rates are for 2023–24 (for one student), unless otherwise noted. Many schools offer discounts for multiple students from the same family, as well as several types of financial aid (including vouchers and scholarships). Regardless of their family’s financial situation, all students are encouraged to apply.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (NORTH)

Bishop Chatard High School

ENROLLMENT: 703. SAT BENCHMARK: 58.2%. GRAD. RATE: 99.4%. TUITION: $10,290 archdiocesan rate, $13,415 non-archdiocesan rate. 5885 N. Crittenden Ave., 317-251-1451

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School

ENROLLMENT: 824. SAT BENCHMARK: 72.5% GRAD. RATE: 94.8%. TUITION: $20,880. 2801 W. 86th St., 317524-7050

Cathedral High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,132. SAT BENCHMARK: 61.7%.

GRAD. RATE: 95.5%. TUITION: $16,650. 5225 E. 56th St., 317-542-1481

Christ the King Catholic School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 367. ILEARN: 76.4%. TUITION (2020–21): $5,130 parishioners, $7,940 non-parishioners. 5858 N. Crittenden Ave., 317-257-9366

Guerin Catholic High School

ENROLLMENT: 774. SAT BENCHMARK: 70.8%.

GRAD. RATE: 98.9%. TUITION: $15,700. 15300 N. Gray Rd., Noblesville, 317-582-0120

Immaculate Heart of Mary School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 390. ILEARN: 60.2%. TUITION: $5,883 parishioners, $9,635 non-parishioners. 317 E. 57th St., 317-255-5468

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School

Our Lady of Grace Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 370. ILEARN: 48.8%. TU-

ITION: $6,600 parishioners, $8,100 Catholics, $7,100 non-parishioners. 9900 E. 191st St., Noblesville, 317-770-5660

Our Lady of Mount Carmel School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 650. ILEARN: 70%. TUITION: $6,780 for practicing Catholic families, $8,835 for non-practicing families/other faiths. 14596 Oak Ridge Rd., Carmel, 317-846-1118

St. Joan of Arc School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 211. ILEARN: 29%. TUITION: $5,250 parishioners, $6,500 non-parishioners. 500 E. 42nd St., 317-283-1518

St. Lawrence Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 224. ILEARN: 6.7%. TUITION: $7,190. 6950 E. 46th St., 317-543-4923

St. Louis de Montfort Catholic School (PK–8)

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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 161. ILEARN: 39.8%. TUITION: $6,779 parishioners, $8,079 nonparishioners. 30 S. Downey Ave., 317-357-3316

St. Michael Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 160. ILEARN: 54.1%. TUITION: contact school. 515 Jefferson Blvd., Greenfield, 317-462-6380

St. Philip Neri Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 271. ILEARN: 3.8%. TUITION: $4,000 parishioners, $6,200 nonparishioners. 545 N. Eastern Ave., 317-636-0134

St. Simon the Apostle Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 664. ILEARN: 68.6%. TUITION: $6,461 parishioners, $11,014 nonparishioners. 8155 Oaklandon Rd., 317-826-6000

St. Therese/Little Flower Catholic School (PK–8)

Sts. Francis & Clare of Assisi

Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 388. ILEARN: 72%. TUITION: $5,731. 5901 Olive Branch Rd., Greenwood, 317-859-4673

St. Jude Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 538. ILEARN: 50%. TUITION: $5,652 parishioners, $8,459 non-parishioners. 5375 McFarland Rd., 317-784-6828

St. Mark Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 510. ILEARN: 42.1%. TUITION: $5,200 parishioners, $5,950 non-parishioners. 541 E. Edgewood Ave., 317-786-4013

St. Roch Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 264. ILEARN: 54.4%. TUITION: contact school. 3603 S. Meridian St., 317-784-9144

St. Rose of Lima School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 89. ILEARN: 37%. TUITION: $5,390 parishioners, $6,640 non-parishioners. 114 Lancelot Dr., Franklin, 317-738-3451

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (WEST)

Cardinal Ritter High School (7–12)

ENROLLMENT: 594. ILEARN: 8.7%; SAT BENCHMARK: 21.3%.

ENROLLMENT: 545. ILEARN: 69.1%. TUITION (2022-23): $6,500 active parishioners, $9,060 non-active parishioners. 11441 Hague Rd., Fishers, 317-842-1125

St. Luke Catholic School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 559. ILEARN: 57.2%. TUITION: $5,842 active parishioner, $8,889 non-parishioner. 7650 N. Illinois St., 317-255-3912

St. Maria Goretti Catholic School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 440. ILEARN: 55.6%. TUITION: tithing through the parish. 17104 Spring Mill Rd., Westfield, 317-896-5582

St. Matthew Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 364. ILEARN: 35.3%. TUITION: $6,300 active parishioners, $7,800 Catholics, $9,700 non-Catholics. 4100 E. 56th St., 317-251-3997

St. Monica Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 353. ILEARN: 21%. TUITION (2022-23): $5,300 parishioners, $5,900 Catholics, $7,200 non-parishioners. 6131 N. Michigan Rd., 317-255-7153

St. Pius X Catholic School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 426. ILEARN: 58.2%. TUITION: $5,436 parishioners, $7,316 non-parishioners. 7200 Sarto Dr., 317-466-3361

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 165. ILEARN: 58.9%. TUITION (2022-23): $5,875 parishioners, $9,386 non-parishioners. 4600 N. Illinois St., 317-255-6244

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (EAST)

Holy Cross Central School (K–8)

ENROLLMENT: 152. ILEARN: 6.5%. TUITION: contact school. 125 N. Oriental St., 317-638-9068

Holy Spirit Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 407. ILEARN: 31.8%. TUITION: $6,250. 7241 E. 10th St., 317-352-1243

ENROLLMENT: 282. ILEARN: 68.6%. TUITION (2022–23): grades K–7, $6,890; grade 8, $6,990. 1401 N. Bosart Ave., 317-353-2282

Scecina Memorial High School

ENROLLMENT: 469. SAT BENCHMARK: 21%. GRAD. RATE: 92.9%. TUITION (2021–22): $11,455 Catholics, $14,105 non-Catholics yet Catholic-educated, $14,970 non-Catholics. 5000 Nowland Ave., 317-356-6377

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (SOUTH)

Central Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 245. ILEARN: 15.7%. TUITION: contact school. 1155 E. Cameron St., 317-783-7759

Holy Name School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 245. ILEARN: 24.2%. TUITION: contact school. 21 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove, 317-784-9078

Lumen Christi Catholic School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT, ILEARN, SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a.

TUITION: PK, $1,450 Holy Rosary parishioners, $1,975 non-parishioners; K, $3,150 parishioners, $3,675 non-parishioners; grades 1–8, $5,850 parishioners, $6,375 non-parishioners; grades 9–12, $8,000 parishioners, $8,525 nonparishioners. 580 Stevens St., 317-632-3174

Nativity Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 359. ILEARN: 34%. TUITION: $5,930 parishioners, $7,530 non-parishioners. 3310 S. Meadow Dr., 317-357-1459

Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 282. ILEARN: 40.1%. TUITION: $5,655 parishioners, $6,435 non-parishioners. 399 S. Meridian St., Greenwood, 317-881-1300

Roncalli High School

ENROLLMENT: 1,064. SAT BENCHMARK: 56.3%. GRAD. RATE: 98%. TUITION: $10,930. 3300 Prague Rd., 317-787-8277

St. Barnabas School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 491. ILEARN: 48.2%. TUITION: $6,966. 8300 Rahke Rd., 317-881-7422

GRAD. RATE: 92.8%. TUITION: junior high, $6,155 Catholics, $7,155 non-Catholics; high school, $10,450 Catholics, $13,150 non-Catholics. 3360 W. 30th St., 317-924-4333

Holy Angels Catholic School (PK–6)

ENROLLMENT: 152. ILEARN: 10%. TUITION: contact school. 2822 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., 317-926-5211

Providence Cristo Rey High School

ENROLLMENT: 202. SAT BENCHMARK: 4.7%.

GRAD. RATE: 82.5%. TUITION: $23,567. 75 N. Belleview Pl., 317-860-1000

St. Christopher School (PK–6)

ENROLLMENT: 177. ILEARN: 36.1%. TUITION: $5,890 parishioners, $6,470 Catholics, $7,080 nonparishioners. 5335 W. 16th St., 317-241-6314

St. Malachy Catholic School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 496. ILEARN: 65.1%. TUITION (2021–22): $5,890 parishioners, $6,470 non-parishioners. 7410 N. County Rd. 1000 E, Brownsburg, 317-852-2242

St. Michael–St. Gabriel Archangels Catholic Elementary School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 331. ILEARN: 12.5%. TUITION: $7,155. 3352 W. 30th St., 317-926-0516

St. Susanna School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 253. ILEARN: 59%. TUITION: $6,700 Catholic, $7,725 non-Catholic. 1212 E. Main St., Plainfield, 317-839-3713

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/NONDENOMINATIONAL Covenant Christian High School

ENROLLMENT: 374. SAT BENCHMARK: 60.8%.

GRAD. RATE: 98.8%. TUITION: $13,986. 7525 W. 21st St., 317-390-0202

Gray Road Christian School (PK–6)

ENROLLMENT & ILEARN: n/a. TUITION: $4,100. 5500 S. Gray Rd., 317-786-3559

Greenwood Christian Academy (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 574. ILEARN: 45.5%. TUITION: K–grade 4, $7,650; grades 5–6, $8,875; grades 7–8, $9,975. 835 W. Worthsville Rd., Greenwood, 317-215-5300

Greenwood Christian Academy High School

ENROLLMENT: 201. SAT BENCHMARK: 50%.

GRAD. RATE: 100%. TUITION: $12,150. 1495 W. Main St., Greenwood, 317-215-5300

Heritage Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 1,508. ILEARN: 62.4%; SAT BENCHMARK:

58.7%. GRAD. RATE: 97.5%. TUITION: K, $10,890; grades 1–4, $11,935; grades 5–6, $13,640; grades 7–8, $14,410; grades 9–12, $15,895. 6401 E. 75th St., 317-849-3441

Horizon Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 312. ILEARN: 21.3%; SAT BENCHMARK:

36.4%. GRAD. RATE: 85.7%. TUITION: K–grade 6, $8,800; grades 7–8, $9,000; grades 9–12, $9,600. 7702 Indian Lake Rd., 317-823-4538

Kingsway Christian School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 570. ILEARN: 36.3%. TUITION: K–grade 4, $8,043; grade 5, $8,384; grades 6–8, $9,375. 7979 E. County Rd. 100 N, Avon, 317-272-2227

Legacy Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 365. ILEARN: 41%; SAT BENCHMARK:

41.7%. GRAD RATE: n/a. TUITION: K, $8,272; grades 1–5, $8,944; grades 6–8, $9,601; grades 9–12, $10,004. 470 N. Lakeview Dr., Noblesville, 317-776-4186

Mooresville Christian Academy (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 438. ILEARN: 42.5%; GRAD RATE & SAT

BENCHMARK: n/a. TUITION: K–grade 4, $6,790; grades 5-8, $7,180, high school, $7,915. 4271 E. State Rd. 144, Mooresville, 317-831-0799

Traders Point Christian Schools (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 586. ILEARN: 44.4%;

SAT BENCHMARK: 41.2%. GRAD. RATE: 96.9%.

TUITION: K–grade 4, $10,977; grades 5–6, $11,948; grades 7–12, $12,957. Lower school: 5770 Whitestown Pkwy., Whitestown, 317-769-2450; upper school: 5608 Whitestown Pkwy., Whitestown, 317-360-0468

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/BAPTIST Bethesda Christian Schools (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 491. ILEARN: 55%;

SAT BENCHMARK: 55.2%. GRAD. RATE: 92.3%.

TUITION: K, $7,795; grades 1–2, $8,545; grades 3–4, $8,645; grades 5–6, $8,745; grades 7–8, $9,745; grades 9–12, $10,895. 7858 N. County Rd. 650 E, Brownsburg, 317-858-2823

Central Christian Academy (K–12)

ENROLLMENT: 193. ILEARN: 7.2%;

SAT BENCHMARK: 0%. GRAD. RATE: 68.8%.

TUITION: K3–K4, $7056; K5–grade 4, $7,300; grades 5–8, $7,500; grades 9–12, $8,500. 2565 Villa Ave., 317-788-1587

Colonial Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 247. ILEARN: 55.3%; SAT BENCHMARK: 53.3%. GRAD. RATE: 100%. TUITION: $6,550. 8140 Union Chapel Rd., 317-253-0649

Fishers Christian Academy (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 120. ILEARN: 36.2%; SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a. TUITION: $6,600. 9587 E. 131st St., Fishers, 317-577-1777

Suburban Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 583. ILEARN: 21.2%; SAT BENCHMARK: 22.2%. GRAD. RATE: 91.7%. TUITION: contact school. 722 E. County Line Rd., 317-888-3366

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/ EPISCOPALIAN St. Richard’s Episcopal School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT & ILEARN: n/a. TUITION: K, $19,150; grades 1–4, $19,780; grades 5–7, $20,540; grade 8, $21,920. 33 E. 33rd St., 317-926-0425

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/LUTHERAN Calvary Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 219. ILEARN: 40.9%. TUITION: contact school. 6111 Shelby St., 317-783-2305

Emmaus Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 70. ILEARN: 9.4%. TUITION: contact school. 1224 Laurel St., 317-632-1486

Lutheran High School

ENROLLMENT: 245. SAT BENCHMARK: 32.1%. GRAD. RATE: 93.3%. TUITION: $11,800. 5555 S. Arlington Ave., 317-787-5474

Our Shepherd Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 185. ILEARN: 42.7%. TUITION (2021–22): K, $5,032 members, $6,290 non-members; grades 1–4, $5,278 members, $6,766 nonmembers; grades 5–8, $5,505 members, $7,058 non-members. 9201 E. County Rd. 100 N, Avon, 317-271-9103

St. John Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 139. ILEARN: 30.4%. TUITION: $6,400. 6630 Southeastern Ave., 317-352-9196

Trinity Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 231. ILEARN: 35.5%.

TUITION: $5,500. 8540 E. 16th St., 317-897-0243

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/ SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

Indiana Academy (9–12)

ENROLLMENT: 101. SAT BENCHMARK: 9.1%. GRAD. RATE: 100%. TUITION: contact school. 24815 State Rd. 19 N, Cicero, 317-984-3575

Indianapolis Junior Academy (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: n/a. ILEARN: 3.2%. TUITION: $6,000. 2910 E. 62nd St., 317-251-0560

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/ UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

Calvary Christian School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 215. ILEARN: 41.8%; SAT BENCHMARK: 41.2%. GRAD. RATE: 100%. TUITION (2021–22): elementary, $4,035 members, $6,440 non-members; middle school, $4,140 members, $6,610 non-members; high school, $4,210 members, $6,725 non-members. 3639 S. Keystone Ave., 317-789-8710

JEWISH SCHOOLS

Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 96. ILEARN: 56.5%. TUITION: K, $11,075; grades 1–5, $15,770; grades 6–8, $16,370. 6602 Hoover Rd., 317-251-1261

NON-CHURCH-AFFILIATED

Curtis Wilson Primary School & Academy (PK–6)

ENROLLMENT: 117. ILEARN: 66.7%. TUITION: $210–$240 per week. 7850 S. Emerson Ave., 317-882-8636

International School of Indiana (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT: 106 (9–12 only). ILEARN: n/a; SAT BENCHMARK: 76.9%. GRAD. RATE: 80.9%. TUITION: K, $21,193; grades 1–5, $21,649; grades 6–8, $22,017; grades 9–12, $23,625. Preschool and elementary: 200 W. 49th St.; middle and high school: 4330 N. Michigan Rd., 317-923-1951

Midwest Academy of Indiana (3–12)

ENROLLMENT, ILEARN, SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a.

TUITION: contact school. 1420 Chase Ct., Carmel, 317-843-9500

The Oaks Academy (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 1,049. ILEARN: Fall Creek, 55.9%; Brookside, 55.9%; Middle School, 52.9%.

TUITION: K–grade 5, $12,920; grades 6–8, $13,190. Fall Creek: 2301 N. Park Ave., 317-931-3043; Brookside: 3092 Brookside Pkwy. N. Dr., 317-822-4900; Middle School: 1301 E. 16th St., 317-969-8500

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Zion Lutheran School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT: 200. ILEARN: 45.8%.

TUITION: contact school. 6513 W. 300 S, New Palestine, 317-861-4210

CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS/ PRESBYTERIAN Southport Presbyterian Christian School (PK–5)

ENROLLMENT: 199. ILEARN: 35.1%.

TUITION: K, $5,120; grades 1–5, $5,330. 7525 McFarland Blvd., 317-534-2929

The Orchard School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT & ILEARN: n/a. TUITION: K–grade 4, $21,716; grade 5, $21,995; grade 6, $22,126; grade 7, $22,171; grade 8, $23,456. 615 W. 64th St., 317-251-9253

Park Tudor School (PK–12)

ENROLLMENT, ILEARN, SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a.

TUITION: K–grade 5, $23,340; grades 6–8, $25,930; grades 9–12, $26,050. 7200 N. College Ave., 317-415-2700

Sycamore School (PK–8)

ENROLLMENT & ILEARN: n/a. TUITION: $21,000. 1750 W. 64th St., 317-202-2500

University High School of Indiana

ENROLLMENT, SAT BENCHMARK & GRAD. RATE: n/a.

TUITION: $24,790. 2825 W. 116th St., Carmel, 317-733-4475

INDIANA COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Costs listed are approximate for Indiana resident full-time undergraduates for the 2022–23 school year, unless otherwise noted. Those figures may vary based on majors and other factors; federal financial aid, grants, and scholarships are available. Enrollment figures include both undergraduate and graduate students.

Anderson University

ENROLLMENT: 4,117. TUITION: $34,590. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,420. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This private Christian liberal arts school offers more than 50 majors and several graduate programs, including business and theology. Its small size is a plus for many. 1100 E. Fifth St., Anderson, 800-428-6414, anderson.edu

Ball State University

ENROLLMENT: 20,319. TUITION: $8,434. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,144. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Ball State, founded in 1899 as a private teacher’s college, is an NCAA Division I public university with nationally ranked programs in architecture, business, music, communications, and education. 2000 W. University Ave., Muncie, 800-382-8540, bsu.edu

Butler University

ENROLLMENT: 5,500. TUITION: $44,990. ROOM AND BOARD: $14,820 and up. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s, Pharm.D. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Located five miles from downtown Indy, Butler is a private, independent university offering more than 65 majors. It is continually ranked among the top schools for first-year student experiences, internships, and study abroad opportunities. 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, 800-368-6852, butler.edu

Christian Theological Seminary

ENROLLMENT: 145. TUITION: $710 per credit hour.

DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, master’s, doctoral.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), CTS offers master’s degrees in divinity, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, theological studies, and Christian ministry. 1000 W. 42nd St., Indianapolis, 317-924-1331, cts.edu

DePauw University

ENROLLMENT: 1,700. TUITION: $56,030. ROOM AND BOARD: $14,850. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s only.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: At this Methodist-affiliated liberal arts university, all students live on campus, while approximately 70 percent of them take part in the Greek system. The annual football game against Wabash College, known as the Monon Bell Classic, traditionally draws national attention. 204 E. Seminary St., Greencastle, 765-658-4800, depauw.edu

Earlham College

ENROLLMENT: 653. TUITION: $50,970. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,193. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Founded by Quakers in 1847, Earlham College is an independent liberal arts college with programs under the umbrellas of business, humanities, math, science, social sciences, and performing arts. 801 National Rd. W., Richmond, 765-983-1200, earlham.edu

Franklin College

ENROLLMENT: 907. TUITION: $36,600. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,290. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Founded in 1834, Franklin College is a residential liberal arts institution offering 50-plus majors. In 1842, the college became the first coed institution in Indiana and only the seventh in the nation. The charming small-town campus includes more than 50 student organizations and a Greek system. 101 Branigin Blvd., Franklin, 800-8520232, franklincollege.edu

Goshen College

ENROLLMENT: 811. TUITION: $36,660. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,100. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This private Christian liberal arts college also owns a marine biology laboratory in Florida and a 1,189acre environmental learning center about 30 miles southeast of Goshen. It has earned honors for its student-run farm and is home to one of the top-ranked study abroad programs in the country. Popular majors include nursing, biology, elementary education, and business. 1700 S. Main St., Goshen, 574-535-7000, goshen.edu

Hanover College

ENROLLMENT: 1,028. TUITION: $42,003. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,558. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, doctorate. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: At this private liberal arts school, students can choose from 32 majors, or design their own, on a beautiful 650-acre campus on the Ohio River. 517 Ball Dr., Hanover, 812-866-7000, hanover.edu

Huntington University

ENROLLMENT: 1,221. TUITION: $29,030. ROOM AND BOARD: $9,880. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This Christ-centered liberal arts university offers more than 70 academic programs. 2303 College Ave., Huntington, 260-356-6000, huntington.edu

Indiana State University

ENROLLMENT: 7,834. TUITION: $9,452. ROOM AND BOARD: $7,450 (traditional freshman housing). DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Indiana State offers more than 100 academic majors, ranging from criminology to education. It supports a lively student community with nearly 300 clubs and organizations, NCAA athletic programs, and a Greek system. 200 N. Seventh St., Terre Haute, 812-237-3773, indstate.edu

Indiana Tech

ENROLLMENT: 1,612. TUITION: $29,936. ROOM AND BOARD: $9,984 and up. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This four-year private coed residential university offers degrees in human services, business, information systems, criminal justice, and more. Accelerated degree

programs are offered at satellite campuses to fit the needs of working adult students. Main campus: 1600 E. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne, 260-422-5561. Satellite campuses in Elkhart, Evansville, Fishers, Greenwood, Hammond, Huntington, Indianapolis, Jeffersonville, Kendallville, Lafayette, Mishawaka, and Warsaw; indianatech.edu

Indiana University

ENROLLMENT: 47,005 (Bloomington). TUITION: $11,560. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,380. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Indiana’s premier public liberal arts university system draws thousands with its wide academic offerings, including music, education, health, informatics, journalism, law, and more. Its undergraduate business program is ranked among the top five in the country by Bloomberg Businessweek. Main campus: 107 S. Indiana Ave., Bloomington, 812-855-4848. Satellite campuses in Fort Wayne, Gary, Kokomo, New Albany, Richmond, and South Bend; indiana.edu

Indiana University–Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI)

ENROLLMENT: 29,000. TUITION: $10,144. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,252. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: IUPUI combines more than 350 programs—including medicine, law, dentistry, nursing, business, and social work— from both Purdue University and Indiana University at its campus on the nearwestside of Indy. 420 University Blvd., Indianapolis, 317-274-5555. Satellite campus in Columbus; iupui.edu

Indiana Wesleyan University

ENROLLMENT: 2,463. TUITION: $31,168. ROOM AND BOARD: $10,554. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This evangelical Christian university offers more than 80 majors, from art and accounting to global ministries and Biblical literature. 4201 S. Washington St., Marion, 866468-6498. Six educational centers throughout Indiana; indwes.edu

Ivy Tech Community College

ENROLLMENT: 63,809. TUITION: $2,455.76. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, technical certificate, workforce certifications, associate.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Ivy Tech is Indiana’s largest post-secondary degree-granting institution. It offers two-year associate degrees and one-year technical certificates in fields such as nursing, computer technology, education, and business. Credits can also be transferred to four-year schools. The college has a new partnership with Purdue that makes transfer of credits easier than ever. Main campus: 50 W. Fall Creek Pkwy. N. Dr., Indianapolis, 888489-5463. 49 additional campuses throughout Indiana; ivytech.edu

Manchester University

ENROLLMENT: 1,600. TUITION: $34,436. ROOM AND BOARD: $12,926. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, Pharm.D. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: All students receive financial aid at this liberal arts school, which offers more than 70 areas of study and 20 NCAA Division III sports. 604 E. College Ave., North Manchester, 260-982-5055, manchester.edu

Marian University

ENROLLMENT: 2,980. TUITION: $39,100. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,200. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This Catholic and Franciscan liberal arts university on a picturesque campus is a coed private school catering to both traditional and nontraditional students. It opened its osteopathic medical school in 2013 and offers a two-year program in partnership with Saint Joseph’s College. 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Indianapolis, 317-955-6000, marian.edu

Martin University

ENROLLMENT: 170. TUITION: $13,200. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This private, not-for-profit liberal arts institution offers a wide variety of programs and is the only such predominately Black institution of higher learning in the state. Most students are over age 25. 2186 N. Sherman Dr., Indianapolis, 317-543-3235, martin.edu

Oakland City University

ENROLLMENT: 637. TUITION: $26,400. ROOM AND BOARD: $10,400. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Oakland City is a Christian university founded in 1885, with schools of business, education, and religious studies, among others. 138 N. Lucretia St., Oakland City, 800-7375125. Learning centers in Bedford, Evansville, Jasper, and Rockport; oak.edu

Purdue University

ENROLLMENT: 50,884. TUITION: $9,992. ROOM AND BOARD: $10,030. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Purdue began in 1869 as a land-grant school and continues a strong program in agriculture to this day—but it is probably best known for engineering: U.S. News & World Report has ranked Purdue’s undergraduate engineering programs among the top 10 in the U.S. 610 Purdue Mall, West Lafayette, 765494-4600. Satellite campuses in Fort Wayne, Hammond, and Westville; purdue.edu

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

ENROLLMENT: 2,081. TUITION: $52,998. ROOM AND BOARD: $17,718. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Founded in 1874, this private, technology-oriented university is one of the nation’s top colleges for engineering, science, and math and has garnered national accolades. The school has a virtually 100 percent career placement record and has ranked first on U.S. News & World Report’s list of undergraduate engineering programs for 23 consecutive years. 5500 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, 812-877-1511, rose-hulman.edu

Saint Mary-of-theWoods College

ENROLLMENT: 1,300. TUITION: $31,990. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,350. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This is the United States’ oldest Catholic liberal arts college for women. It was granted a charter for the higher education of women in 1846. It went on to pioneer education for women, but today it offers in-person courses to everyone. 1 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, 812-535-5151, smwc.edu

Saint Mary’s College

ENROLLMENT: 1,402. TUITION: $49,930. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,580. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: At this all-female liberal arts school, students design their own major or choose from approximately 60 curriculums of study. Saint Mary’s College offers many cooperative programs in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, which is within walking distance of the Saint Mary’s campus. Notre Dame, 574-284-4000, saintmarys.edu

Taylor University

ENROLLMENT: 1,670. TUITION: $38,140. ROOM AND BOARD: $10,226. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This Christian liberal arts university’s top majors are business, art, film and media, and education. It is continually ranked highly in the “Best Regional Colleges Midwest” category by U.S. News & World Report 236 W. Reade Ave., Upland, 765-998-2751, taylor.edu

University of Notre Dame

ENROLLMENT: 12,809. TUITION: $62,693. ROOM AND BOARD: $17,378. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Perhaps best known for its picturesque campus and academic rigor, Notre Dame, founded in 1842, has been deemed one of the “new Ivies” in American higher education by The Wall Street Journal U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, and others consistently rank the school among the top 25 institutions of higher learning. Notre Dame, 574-631-5000, nd.edu

University of Saint Francis

ENROLLMENT: 1,903. TUITION: $34,190. ROOM AND BOARD: $11,240. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This Catholic university has been providing a liberal arts education in Indiana for 130 years and offers 70 degree programs. 2701 Spring St., Fort Wayne, 260-399-7700. Additional education center in Crown Point; sf.edu

University of Southern Indiana

ENROLLMENT: 7,361. TUITION: $289.70 per credit hour. ROOM AND BOARD: $9,874. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Among its 130-plus programs of study, USI offers degrees in business administration, health services, education, nursing, and engineering. In 2022, the school announced a move to NCAA Division I athletics. 8600 University Blvd., Evansville, 812-4648600, usi.edu

Valparaiso University

ENROLLMENT: 2,507. TUITION: $45,136. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,306. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Valpo, a NCAA Division I school founded in 1859, enjoys a location near Chicago and Indiana Dunes National Park. U.S. News & World Report ranks it in the top 10 of the “Best Regional Universities Midwest.” 1700 Chapel Dr., Valparaiso, 219-464-5000, valpo.edu

Vincennes University

Trine University

ENROLLMENT: 8,446. TUITION: $35,000. ROOM AND BOARD: $10,650. DEGREES OFFERED: associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Trine provides 40-plus degree programs, primarily in education and engineering, and small class sizes. 1 University Ave., Angola, 260-6654100, trine.edu

University of Evansville

ENROLLMENT: 2,078. TUITION: $41,400. ROOM AND BOARD: $14,270. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Much of the student body studies abroad at some point, many at the university’s Harlaxton College in England. UE offers more than 80 areas of study in Indiana’s third-largest city. 1800 Lincoln Ave., Evansville, 812-488-2000, evansville.edu

University of Indianapolis

ENROLLMENT: 5,600. TUITION: $34,416. ROOM AND BOARD: $15,878. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: UIndy offers 100-plus undergraduate degree programs, with the largest being physical and occupational therapy, nursing, business, and education. It is a national leader in aging studies and education reform. 1400 E. Hanna Ave., Indianapolis, 317-788-3368, uindy.edu

ENROLLMENT: 16,389 (system-wide). TUITION: $3,180. ROOM AND BOARD: $5,616. DEGREES OFFERED: certificate, associate, bachelor’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: The state’s first college, Vincennes was founded in 1801 by William Henry Harrison, the ninth U.S. president. Today, the campus offers more than 200 programs of study and the lowest tuition of any residential college in Indiana. 1002 N. First St., Vincennes, 800-742-9198. Additional campus in Jasper as well as an aviation tech facility in Indianapolis; vinu.edu

Wabash College

ENROLLMENT: 840. TUITION: $48,200. ROOM AND BOARD: $13,600. DEGREE OFFERED: bachelor’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This all-male private college wears its 190-year history proudly. Classes have a student-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1 or less; all faculty hold a Ph.D. or an equivalent degree. 301 W. Wabash Ave., Crawfordsville, 765-361-6100, wabash.edu

WGU Indiana

TUITION: $8,010. DEGREES OFFERED: bachelor’s, master’s. ABOUT THE SCHOOL: This nonprofit online university offers more than 60 degree programs in career fields with high demand, such as teaching, IT, business, and healthcare. 877-214-7014, wgu.edu/indiana

Valparaiso University

SHOPS & MALLS

FASHION

8Fifteen

At one of the city’s best boutiques for high-end lines, expect to see denim by Mother, Moussy, and Trave; Ulla Johnson ruffled numbers; soft knits by 360 Cashmere; beautiful handbags by Jérôme Dreyfuss; and kicks by Golden Goose. 815 E. 65th St., 317-253-1234, 8fifteen.com

Barbara’s New Beginnings

Certified bra fitters help shoppers find styles that fit and flatter from more than 10,000 options. Barbara’s also stocks loungewear, bridal lingerie, shapewear, and cup-sized swimsuits. 8635 River Crossing Blvd., 317-844-1600, barbarasnewbeginnings.com

BluePeppermint Boutique

Shop for tunic-length cardigans, lace camis, sweet wrap sweaters, slouchy printed tops, long floral kimonos, and Gorjana’s simple gold jewelry. The Yard at Fishers District, Fishers, 317-436-7082, shopbluepeppermint.com

Boomerang BTQ

Felicia Kiesel’s shop is always packed with a fun mix of cute clothes and accessories. Spot oversized cardigans, Kiesel’s own V-neck T-shirt line, checkered flag merch, and a bounty of vintage and modern earrings. 845B Massachusetts Ave., 317-966-7373, boomerangboutique.com

Heritage Clothier and Home

This SoBro boutique’s casual vibe pairs well with the classic and comfortable menswear found here. Browse polos, long- and shortsleeve button-ups, chambray shirts, chinos, swimsuits, and denim. Accessories include leather wallets, scarves, ball caps, and footwear. Plus they stock a curated selection of home decor and locally made gifts. 1134 E. 54th St., 317-426-5732, heritageclothierandhome.com

Howl + Hide

MALLS

Carmel City Center

This popular destination is equal parts upscale shopping, top-tier dining, and unique services.

ANCHORS: Addendum Gallery-MacKenzie

Childs, The Cake Bake Shop, Tucci’s. HIGHLIGHT

BUSINESSES: 14 Districts, Endeavor Boutique, Hey Little Diddle, Lily & Sparrow, Magic Hat Barber Shop, Stretch Zone. Veterans Way, Carmel

Castleton Square Mall

The largest mall in Indiana features an AMC theater. ANCHORS: JCPenney, Macy’s, Von Maur.

HIGHLIGHT STORES: Build-A-Bear, H&M, the LEGO Store, Pandora. 6020 E. 82nd St.

Clay Terrace

This outdoor shopping plaza includes independent shops like Hoosier Sister and AH Collection. ANCHORS: Dick’s Sporting Goods, DSW, Orvis. HIGHLIGHT STORES: Chico’s, Lululemon, Sur La Table, White House Black Market. 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel

The Fashion Mall at Keystone

Its poshest stores can’t be found elsewhere in Indiana. ANCHORS: Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue. HIGHLIGHT STORES: Crate & Barrel, Gucci, Hammitt, Louis Vuitton, Michael Kors, Peloton, Tiffany & Co., Tory Burch, West Elm. 8702 Keystone Crossing

Greenwood Park Mall

Grab dinner at Bar Louie in this sprawling southside mall. ANCHORS: Dick’s Sporting Goods, Macy’s, Von Maur. HIGHLIGHT STORES: Barnes & Noble, Buckle, Carhartt, Coach, Loft. 1251 U.S. Hwy. 31 N., Greenwood

Hamilton Town Center

Perks: an Emagine theater and a dog park.

ANCHORS: Cabela’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, JCPenney. HIGHLIGHT STORES: Evereve, Loft, Soma, Ulta. 13901 Town Center Blvd., Noblesville

The Shops at Perry Crossing

Live music as you browse is a bonus here.

ANCHORS: Dick’s Sporting Goods, JCPenney. HIGH-

LIGHT STORES: DSW, Rocket Fizz, Ulta. 2499 Perry Crossing Way, Plainfield

Owner Christian Resiak handcrafts tote bags, crossbodies, wallets, backpacks, and messenger bags out of locally sourced leather. Alongside those are racks of hoodies and button-downs. 1046 Virginia Ave., howlandhidesupply.com

James Dant

This Irvington retailer stocks classic and outdoorsy men’s apparel. Check out Naked & Famous denim, graphic tees, and button-downs by Corridor, Benzak, and Iron Heart. 5624 E. Washington St., 317-974-9715, jamesdant.com

J. Benzal

Owner/designer Ben Diallo tends toward sophisticated suits, sport coats, and dress shirts in the finest fabrics that stand the test of time. Extras include colorful ties, pocket squares, cufflinks, and shoes. 22 E. Washington St., 317222-1216; The Fashion Mall, 317-342-3082; Carmel City Center, 317-805-1879; jbenzal.com

Moyer Fine Jewelers

Exquisite pieces from Tacori, Noam Carver, Michael M, and Jack Kelége sparkle among Moyer’s large inventory of modern designs. Fashion lines include John Hardy, Freida Rothman, David Yurman, Eriness, Jude

James Dant

Frances, Tamara Comolli, and Phillips House. Customers can browse an extensive selection of high-end watch brands for men and women, such as Michele, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Omega, Breitling, TAG Heuer, and Chopard. Moyer also buys fine and estate jewelry, watches, and diamonds. 14727 Thatcher Ln., Carmel, 317-785-1138, moyerfinejewelers.com

People for Urban Progress

This nonprofit’s warehouse and showroom are in the same building, so you can see how its upcycled products, such as totes crafted from leather Amtrak seats, are made. 160 Steeples Blvd., 317-497-5492, peopleup.org

Petite G Jewelers

Dana Friedman’s jewelry store beckons with all manner of baubles—estate jewels, engagement and wedding rings, and designs by Walters Faith, Lika Behar, Three Stories Jewelry, Rachel Katz, Cynthia Ann, and Dilamani. Stop in for repairs, appraisals, or custom work. 5609 N. Illinois St., 317-255-5555, petiteg.com

Reis-Nichols Jewelers

This jeweler has plenty of designer brands, including David Yurman, Ippolita, Marco Bicego, Penny Preville, Roberto Coin, Mikimoto, and John Hardy. Engagement rings are a specialty, and luxury brands, such as Cartier, Rolex, Patek Philippe, TAG Heuer, and Breitling, are among the watch offerings. Staff jewelers can help you revamp a family heirloom. 3535 E. 86th St., 317-255-4467; 789 U.S. Hwy. 31 N., Greenwood, 317-883-4467; reisnichols.com

The Secret Ingredient

Brands include Joseph Ribkoff, Frank Lyman, Juetta West, Kozan, and Alberto Makali. Clothes are grouped by color and displayed with the perfect accessories to help shoppers visualize complete looks. 5631 N. Illinois St., 317-253-6632, thesecretingredient.us

Uplift Intimate Apparel

High-end lacy European lingerie is the draw here, but you’ll also spot shapewear and specialty bras for sports and nursing. Carmel City Center, 317-853-6007, upliftintimateapparel.com

HOME AND GIFTS

Addendum Gallery

Peruse Michael Aram nature-inspired tabletop pieces, Simon Pearce barware, Estelle Colored Glass, Nest candles, and UNOde50 jewelry. Carmel City Center, 317-253-3400; The Fashion Mall, 317-797-5557; addendumgallery.com

Charles Mayer & Co.

Sparkling displays showcase crystal, porcelain, silver, and china from the likes of L’Objet, Juliska, Match, Herend, and Christofle. This longtime local favorite also offers luxurious throws and decadent toiletries. 5629 N. Illinois St., 317-257-2900, charlesmayer.com

Decorate

Quirky and bright from floor to ceiling, Decorate bursts with playful pillows, planters, lamps, doormats, and more. 708 Massachusetts Ave., 317-737-2109, decorateindy.com

FiveThirty Home

Erica and Jim Carpenter fix up and repurpose furniture and other pieces to give them a new lease on life, often with the help of Miss Mustard Seed’s Milk Paint or Jolie Paint. In a shop that Joanna Gaines would love, you’ll find refurbished chests, trunks, and dressers; wall art; faux florals; and throw pillows in various shapes and sizes. 205 S. Main St., Zionsville, 317-567-7781, fivethirtyhome.com

Global Gifts

This locally owned fair trade store proffers goods that are hard, if not impossible, to find elsewhere. Shoppers love browsing colorful scarves, ceramic and wooden items, kids’ toys, jewelry, books, and wall art crafted by artisans all over the world. 446 Massachusetts Ave., 317423-3148; 8519 Westfield Blvd., 317-569-0670; globalgiftsft.com

Grounded Plant & Floral Co. Downtown residents go green at Grounded, where succulents, snake plants, philodendrons, and plenty of other leafy buddies share space with pots, candles, and other lifestyle goods. 1060 N. Capitol Ave., 317-552-8532, groundedplantandfloral.com

Homespun: Modern Handmade Homespun is one of the city’s best spots for creative handcrafted goods from both Indiana artists and those around the country. Looking for a state or city T-shirt? It’s here, along with wall prints, felt baby bibs, greeting cards, kitchen goods, and pottery. 869 Massachusetts Ave., 317-351-0280, homespunindy.com

Rooftop Fruit

A fun shop to explore, Rooftop Fruit has everything you need for an at-home spa day, and it’s all eco-friendly and handmade. While you’re there, the houseplants, paper goods, and gourmet chocolates are also worth a peek. 1058 Virginia Ave., 317-945-8334, rooftopfruit.co

Silver in the City

One of Indy’s most popular stores is packed with the types of amusing gifts we all love to give and receive. The ever-changing inventory leans into funny books, unusual stationery, handmade jewelry, Indiana tees and hoodies, bold puzzles, greeting cards, novelties, and home decor. 434 Massachusetts Ave., 317-9559925; 111 W. Main St., Carmel, 317-993-3669; silverinthecity.com

Two Chicks District Co.

At the retail offering from the team on HGTV’s Good Bones, shoppers are served glasses of bubbly and local beer to sip as they browse shelves of platters and oversized utensils, throw pillows and linens, candlesticks, bud vases, succulents, and tabletop accents. 1531 S. East St., 317-426-3652, twochicksdistrictco.com

Willa Gray Home

Tucked away in Broad Ripple, Willa Gray Home features a revolving stock of furniture, antiques, fine art, books, pottery, textiles, accessories, and apothecary goods from around the world. The edited selection of unique and handcrafted furnishings is most often in a neutral color palette. 6516 Carrollton Ave., 317756-9148, willagrayhome.com

Page Turners

A city’s bookstores can speak, well, volumes about its character. And even in a world of online retailing, Indy has plenty of lively brick and mortar independent book retailers, each with its own personality.

Among them, you’ll find newcomer Tomorrow Bookstore (882 Massachusetts Ave., 317551-1893) selling primarily new books and hard-to-find international titles at its quaint shop.

Ujamaa Community Bookstore (2424 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., 317-737-1155) not only sells new and used books but also has a packed schedule of events, including discussion groups and writing workshops.

Kids Ink Children’s Bookstore (5619 N. Illinois St., 317-2552598) has been bringing words to the smaller set for more than 35 years. Plus, story hours here are always fun.

Indy Reads (1066 Virginia Ave., 317-384-1496) not only has a great selection, but its profits also support literacy initiatives.

Want to thin or restock your collection? Trade in your gently used tomes (and records, too) at Irvington Vinyl & Books (202 S. Audubon Rd., 317-296-4258), where you’ll find other people’s treasures, plus small press poetry and prose. —LOU

HARRY

Tomorrow Bookstore

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KASSIDY ILAYNE STUDIOS

EAT & DRINK

DOWNTOWN

INCLUDES Fletcher Place, Fountain Square, Mass Ave, Mile Square

Aroma

INDIAN Tandoori and tikka masala staples mingle with more elevated offerings at this elegant pan-Indian spot. Lunchtime lamb and chicken rolls in crispy flatbread wrappers stand out, as do hearty chaat dishes dressed up with yellow peas, yogurt, and chutneys. A lamb shank is the highlight of the chef’s specialties and easily feeds two. A full bar and an artful array of desserts help round out a special occasion meal. 501 Virginia Ave., 317-602-7117, aromaindy.com V $$

Ash & Elm

GASTROPUB A long-awaited move to the historic former Ford assembly plant building on East Washington Street not only brought Indy’s premier cider-maker a few blocks closer to downtown but also ushered in a full menu of snacks and dinner dishes created by chef Tracey Couillard. Start with a cider slushie or a cidermosa to enjoy with tangy, rich deviled eggs or crisp, light elote fritters with a bright cilantro crema. Then move to a flagship cider such as the semi-sweet or tart cherry for the main courses, including a standout roasted chicken breast with a crispy hasselback potato, hanger steak with chanterelles, or pan-fried walleye. But don’t pass up the apple-cheddar melt or the burger of the moment, lavished with crab dip or garlic scape pesto. 1301 E. Washington St.,

317-600-3164, ashandelmcider.com $$

Bluebeard

CONTEMPORARY Bluebeard opened in 2012, and crowds still roll in for chef Abbi Merriss’ take on seasonal comfort food. Start with the bread baked next door at Amelia’s—it’s especially delicious slathered with anchovy butter—and build your meal from the ever-changing menu of small and large dishes. Fried morels may show up on a spring picnic plate, while winter nights call for a comforting butcher shop Bolognese. 653 Virginia Ave., 317-686-1580, blue beardindy.com V $$

Bodhi: Craft Bar + Thai Bistro

THAI This Mass Ave restaurant serves a small, focused menu of Thai dishes like massaman

Petite Chou’s steak frites.

PHOTO BY TONY VALAINIS

curry with braised beef and Bodhi’s own version of non-Americanized pad thai. Cocktails get a lot of attention on a drinks list designed by Ball & Biscuit’s Heather Storms. 922 Massachusetts Ave., 317-941-6595, bodhi-indy.com V $$

Bru Burger Bar

BURGERS The generous patties here combine sirloin, chuck, and brisket and are paired with cocktails and craft beers. Highlights include the signature Bru Burger, with bacon, Taleggio, sweet tomato jam, and porter-braised onions. 410 Massachusetts Ave., 317-635-4278, bruburgerbar .com V $$

The Capital Grille

CLASSIC A theme of decadence permeates this steakhouse adjoining the equally posh Conrad hotel, from the gilt-framed pastoral paintings that hang on its dark-paneled walls to the selection of elaborate steaks (one of them drenched in a Courvoisier cream sauce, another flavored with aged balsamic—and some of them dry-aged). The servers are exquisite, of course. 40 W. Washington St., 317-423-8790, thecapital grille.com V $$$$

Easy Rider Diner

DINER Chef Ricky Martinez oversees this colorful Fountain Square diner that connects to the Hi-Fi music venue. The daylight menu applies Latin flourish to breakfast and brunch dishes, including a chorizo omelet with roasted tomato salsa, queso, and lime crema; shrimp and grits; and a waffle flight. For dinner, Martinez spotlights fried chicken and steak sandwiches, along with an appropriately indulgent late-night lineup of garbage can nachos and Cubanos available from 10 p.m. until the entertainment next door calls it a night. 1043 Virginia Ave., 463-224-0430, easyriderindy.com V $$

The Fountain Room

UPSCALE Restaurateur Blake Fogelsong filled this two-story showstopper with tufted leather chairs, glamorous clamshell booths, marble bar tops, and cascading chandeliers as a tribute to the Art Deco splendor of the restored Bottleworks Hotel next door. Meanwhile, executive chef Andrew Popp’s big-shouldered menu covers everything from fine-tuned steaks and seafood to wild card winners like a 20-ounce Circle City Cut slab of prime rib, a noble old-school relish tray, utterly decadent French onion soup, and the best Coca-Cola barbecue ribs in town. 830MassachusettsAve.,463-238-3800, thefountain room.com $$$

Gallery Pastry Bar

CONTEMPORARY The second location for the popular Broad Ripple bakery and brunch spot specializes in European-inspired pastries, brunch, dinner, and cocktails. 110 S. Pennsylvania St., 317-820-5526, bar.gallerypastry.com $$

Harry & Izzy’s

STEAKHOUSE Craig Huse’s casual alternative to big brother St. Elmo holds its own as a clubby hangout worthy of destination-steakhouse status itself. The marbled bone-in rib-eye sizzles in its juices, a smart umami-rich pick among the high-quality (and high-priced) Midwest-sourced prime cuts. The menu expands to thin-crust pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and seafood selections like pan-seared scallops. 153 S. Illinois St., 317635-9594, harryandizzys.com $$$

Hovito Ultra Lounge

NEW AMERICAN Crowd-pleasing fare is served to a clubby beat at this handsome Wholesale District restaurant. Buffalo chicken rolls, empanadas stuffed with velvety shredded Cuban beef, teriyaki-glazed salmon, and three-bite lamb chops arrive on artistically plated dishes, and standard cocktails—spicy margarita, espresso martini—come together behind a stunner of a bar. 234 S. Meridian St., 317-969-6909 $$

King Dough

PIZZA Chewy and with just the right flop in the middle, the pizzas here are bona fide craft, from the dough to the quality toppings. Standouts include the Stinky Pete with wild mushrooms, gorgonzola, and plenty of garlic and herbs. Burgers, including one made from chorizo and topped with manchego cheese, play surprisingly close second fiddles to the pies. 452 N. Highland Ave., 317-602-7960, kingdough pizzas.com V $$

Livery

LATIN This place feels like a hidden urban treasure, especially when the mezcal cocktails are flowing and the partially open kitchen is sending out plate after plate of contemporary Latininspired fare. Favorites have included a salad tucked inside a folded manchego crisp, meltingly tender steak fanned over a block of polenta, and a silky tres leches cake to die for. Snag a spot on the upper-level deck for a real treat. 720 N. College Ave., 317-383-0330, livery-restaurant .com $$

Love Handle

SANDWICHES Daily lunch and brunch features such as schnitzel and waffles and a pulled-

chicken Hot Brown are the main draw at Chris and Ally Benedyk’s cheeky sandwich shop. The chalkboard menu also offers side options in the form of braised greens and potato salad with roasted tomatoes. 877 Massachusetts Ave., 317384-1102 $$

Milktooth

BRUNCH This diner-style cafe has a playfully gritty vibe. The early-morning counter service featuring pastries and coffee gives way to a full-service brunch menu with daytime craft

SYMBOLS Excellent Very Good Good

Brunch

Outdoor seating

Reservations

V Vegetarian friendly

$$$$ $30 and up

$$$ $20–$30

$$ $10–$20

$ Under $10

Restaurants included in this guide are selected at the discretion of the Indianapolis Monthly editorial staff based on food quality, innovation, atmosphere, service, value, and consistency. IM does not accept advertising or other compensation in exchange for dining coverage. Price symbols indicate the average cost of a meal per person (without tax, tip, or alcohol). Due to limited space, this list does not cover every evaluated restaurant. For a more comprehensive guide to Indianapolis dining, visit IndianapolisMonthly .com/Dining. Feedback? Please email TheDish@ IndianapolisMonthly.com.

cocktails. 534 Virginia Ave., 317-986-5131, milk toothindy.com V $$

Nesso

ITALIAN Highly stylized seafood and meats paired with small pasta courses and shared a la carte sides add up to a sumptuous dining experience inside the Alexander hotel. Pass around a plate of prosciutto-wrapped prunes or crab arancini, but keep the tortelloni and sea bass all to yourself. 339 S. Delaware St., 317-643-7400, nesso-italia.com $$$

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

STEAKHOUSE While nightly specials at this stately steakhouse include innovative seafood and poultry options, supper club classics abound, from the succulent, fat-marbled rib-eye to a delicate petite filet, all served on sizzling-hot plates. 45 S. Illinois St., 317-633-1313, ruthschris .com $$$$

Shapiro’s Delicatessen

DELI Slide your tray along and take your pick of kosher comfort foods at this downtown institution. Hot pastrami and corned beef sandwiches on rye have drawn long lines for more than a century. The Reuben contends for the city’s best, and heartier fare such as potato pancakes, stuffed cabbage, and matzo ball soup are perennially satisfying standbys. If you don’t load up on a massive wedge of pie, you haven’t really had the proper Shapiro’s experience. 808 S. Meridian St., 317-631-4041, shapiros.com $$

St. Elmo Steak House

STEAKHOUSE Since 1902, this stately house of red meat has served as the unofficial ambassador of downtown Indianapolis—the walls carry decades’ worth of celebrity photos, the burnished bar hearkens to an earlier era, and the servers remain starched and bow-tied. The drill remains the same as well: a generous martini, a shrimp cocktail with that famously hot sauce, the bean soup or tomato juice, the wedge, and one of the legendary steaks. 127 S. Illinois St., 317-635-0636, stelmos.com $$$$

Tinker Street

NEW AMERICAN Reservations are a must, so snag whatever date you can get and hope for a warm night and a seat on the twinkling patio. Then settle in for small plates like the surprisingly light and flavorful chickpea ravioli with vegan ricotta and a host of colorful garnishes. Or try one of the always-vegan soups or a seasonal salad such as a refreshing mix of greens with asparagus, pickled rhubarb, and tangy blue cheese. 402 E. 16th St., 317-925-5000, tinkerstreet restaurant.com V $$$

Tony’s Steaks and Seafood

STEAKHOUSE Elegantly presented oysters, mussels, and calamari tossed with pepperoncini and cherry tomatoes top a list of mostly seafood appetizers, but don’t miss what has to be one of the city’s biggest crab cakes, mounded on a swath of tangy mustard aioli. A special seasoning blend of paprika, sea salt, and pepper means New York strips and bone-in prime ribeyes have an especially flavorful char. 110 W. Washington St., 317-638-8669, tonysofindiana polis.com $$$

Upland Brewing

GASTROPUB Bloomington’s Upland Brewery

brings its casual dining experience to Indy’s near southside, with an open concept dining room and a popular dog-friendly patio. The Upland repertoire gets proper representation in the wall of taps behind the bar. You can casually sip a flight of sours and snack on smoked chicken wings or get busy with dishes plucked from the chef’s rotating seasonal menu. 1201 Prospect St., 317-672-3671, uplandbeer.com V $$

EAST

INCLUDES Beech Grove, Irvington, Windsor Park

10th Street Diner

VEGAN Surprisingly familiar and hearty plantbased takes on diner classics occupy the entire menu at this rehab of a former pawn shop, a comfy backdrop for enjoying such tasty fakeouts as a gooey seitan Reuben, a “chicken” pot pie, and chili that rivals your favorite con carne version. Arrive early, before the day’s supplies run out. 3301 E. 10th St., 463-221-1255 V $$

Beholder

CONTEMPORARY You never know what to expect from restaurateur Jonathan Brooks’ Windsor Park kitchen, aside from one of the most innovative and well-executed meals in town. The menu is difficult to track, mainly because Brooks builds his dishes around seasonal ingredients that are fresh and of-the-moment. Impeccable servers will guide you through the evening’s offerings, which start small at the top of the menu (fresh oysters, perhaps, or pork rinds with kimchi and chicken liver mousse) and bulk up toward the bottom (think wild boar Bolognese or a massive pork Wellington for two). Finish with the most exotic flavor of house-made ice cream. 1844 E. 10th St., 317-419-3471, beholder indy.com V $$$$

Landlocked Baking Company

CAFE What began life as a production bakery

along Irvington’s tucked-away Audubon Road has expanded into a full-service daytime spot serving sandwiches and plated entrees. The menu keeps things brief, with a special focus on fresh-baked carbs. 120 S. Audubon Rd., 317-2072127, landlockedbakingco.com V $$

Mayfair Taproom

FAMILY PUB Housed in a 120-year-old structure with a colorful past, this eastside hang has the timeless feel of a well-loved neighborhood pub. Walk-ins can relax over pints of beer at the bar, right next to a family-friendly dining room with window seat booths and local art on the walls. The menu is brief and sandwich-heavy, with equal love given to the thick and cheesy house burger and daily vegan breakouts like the spicy seitan sloppy Joe and the massive bean burger. 2032 E. 10th St., 317-419-239 V $$

Natural State Provisions

CASUAL Customers order at the counter and find a table inside this former microbrewery reinvented as an endearingly kitschy eatdrinkery. The food is rooted in homestyle Arkansas cooking from co-owner Adam Sweet’s native state, heavy on the deep frying and sweet tea brining. Order a Sling Blade cocktail, get a side of collard greens with your fried bologna sandwich, and don’t miss the daily soft serve ice cream flavor. 414 Dorman St., 317-492-9887, naturalstate provisions.com $$

Open Kitchen

NEW AMERICAN Breakfast specialties such as light-as-air French toast, biscuits and gravy, and eggs Benedict lavished with crab and avocado are stars on the menu at the new location of Dexter and Toni Smith’s cheery eatery in the former Jailbird location near the University of Indianapolis. But lunch and dinner are equally respectable, especially a generous shrimp po’ boy or a crispy chicken sandwich with peppered bacon, onion rings, and barbecue sauce with your choice of spice level. 4022 Shelby St., 317974-9032, opennkitchen.org $$

NORTH SUBURBAN

INCLUDES Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville

9th Street Bistro

BISTRO In a snug cafe off Noblesville’s town square, owners Samir Mohammad and Rachel Firestone Mohammad create meals worth lingering over, from a lamb shank slow-smoked to buttery tenderness and served on top of fresh pappardelle to a house-made burrata that makes several appearances on the menu. Hyperlocal ingredients fill out seasonal dishes, such as butternut squash bisque and duck confit toast. Chef Samir’s rotating Fried Thing of the Day (from tofu to artichoke hearts) should not be missed. 56 S. 9th St., Noblesville, 317-774-5065, 9thstbistro .com $$$

101 Beer Kitchen

CASUAL The energy is high and the flavors are forward at this Ohio import. In a dining room that combines the best parts of a craft brewery and an unfussy family haunt, crowd-pleasing

Late Harvest Kitchen

dishes like loaded tater tots, Andouille sausage–spiked shrimp and grits, and brown-buttered pierogies have lots of moving parts, complex but more fun than fancy. The Yard at Fishers District, 317-537-2041, 101beerkitchen.com $$

1933 Lounge

STEAK AND COCKTAILS This clubby cocktail lounge offers a younger, sexier take onits finedining parent, St. Elmo Steak House. The twist here is that the black-vested servers deliver theoysters Rockefeller and 45-day dry-aged rib-eyes to diners tucked into noir-lit corners where no one can see their faces melt into a brief ugly-cry at that first bite of incendiary shrimp cocktail. The Yard at Fishers District, 317-7581933, 1933lounge.com/fishers $$$

Anthony’s Chophouse

STEAKHOUSE The interior of this swanky heavy hitter along Carmel’s Main Streethas the polished gleam of a new Vegas hotel, with an upper-level lounge containing the salvaged mahogany bar from The Glass Chimney, afine dining legend. The food has equal flourish. Lobster bisque with a hunk of tempura-fried meat begins a meal that might include a cowgirl ribeye, a flight of filets, or a domestic wagyu smash burger. Black-suited servers and well-composed cocktails keep the high-dollar meal running smoothly. 201 W. Main St., Carmel, 317-7400900, anthonyschophouse.com $$$$

Auberge

FRENCH Brick Street Inn’s classic French bistro installed talented chef Toby Moreno (The Loft at Traders Point Creamery, Plow & Anchor) in early 2022 and immediately sent him to Paris, where he trained in the kitchens of famed chef Alain Ducasse. Moreno has added that continental know-how to the vintage dishes he makes fresh with as much local produce, meats, and cheeses as he can. That translates to an impressive plate of buttery escargot topped with croutons, seasonal salads, and a deeply flavorful French onion soup with a rich broth. Seafood is the star among the entrees, especially the crispy-skinned roasted cod, though the diver scallops with asparagus puree showered with herbs and toasted almonds also impress. Quiche of the day is a solid choice, as is the house burger slathered with tarragon aioli. Old-school cocktails are even better when enjoyed on the streetside patio. 175 S. Main St., Zionsville, 317-733-8755, auberge-restaurant .com

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Grindstone Public House

COMFORT You can appreciate the original tall shop windows and pressed tin ceilings of this restored historic building as you chomp into a fully loaded burger. Or, go for one of the more elaborate selections (such as a prime rib Manhattan or chicken and waffles) on Grindstone’s Midwest-casual menu. A full bar stocked with all the brown bottles gives the place cred as a neighborhood watering hole. 101 N. 10th St., Noblesville, 317-774-5740, grindstonepublichouse .com

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The HC Tavern + Kitchen

CONTEMPORARY The term “tavern” hardly captures this swank addition to the Huse Culinary Group/St. Elmo family. A hit among starters is the Lobster “Cargot” with lumps of lobster meat in garlic butter and melted havarti. Chops

include the supperclub darling steak Diane with mushroom cream sauce and horseradish mashed potatoes, though equally regal is the wagyu meatloaf enriched with pork and veal, sauced with a truffle mushroom demi-glace. The Yard at Fishers District, 317-530-4242, atthehc. com $$$

The Mash House

DISTILLERY The distillers behind KennedyKing’s West Fork Whiskey opened this second destination tasting experience and spirits education center in the summer of 2022. Start with a textbook old fashioned featuring house-blended bitters, and pair that with a plate of crunchy Corn Puppies with whipped maple butter. Head for the classics for main dishes, including Salazar’s pork tenderloin sandwich dressed up with parmesan and fennel. A Double Mash Burger with “fancy sauce” is a good bet, as are a throwback fried bologna sandwich with pimento cheese and tea-brined chicken served atop creamy corn pudding. 10 E. 191st St., Westfield, 317-763-5400, westforkwhiskey.com $$

Osteria by Fabio Viviani

ITALIAN You would never guess that the Top Chef alum’s modern Italian restaurant is in a dining room connected to Carmel’s mega Market District supermarket. Rustic fresh pastas, including pesto gnocchi with pistachio and a creamy pasta alla boscaiola with nubs of sausage and mushrooms, share the spotlight with oven-fired, Neapolitan-style pizzas. 11505 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-689-6330, osteriacarmel. com V $$

NORTHEAST

INCLUDES Broad Ripple, Keystone at the Crossing, Meridian-Kessler, Nora, SoBro

Apocalypse Burger

BURGERS The Patachou crew repurposed its shuttered Crispy Bird location into this modernday diner. The focus is on a handful of burger variations and clever greasy spoon sides like Old Major bacon–loaded fries and blocks of fried macaroni and cheese washed down with canned wine. For dessert, it’s a toss-up between Ding Dong cake or a root beer float. 115 E. 49th St., 317-426-5001, apocalypseburger.com V $$

Big Lug Canteen

BREWPUB In this spacious and lively indooroutdoor hangout only a few steps from the Monon Trail, seasonal beers and house standards include spins on wheats, ales, and IPAs. The menu is always filled with fun surprises (a Taco Bell–inspired pizza or a “horseshoe of the week” inspired by the gloppy sandwich of Springfield, Illinois) as well as excellent poutine, salads, and dinner-worthy sandwiches, including the macho Nashville Hot Chicken. 1435 E. 86th St., 317-672-3503, biglugcanteen.com V $$

Broad Ripple Brewpub

PUB GRUB We love the mainstays at Indiana’s oldest operating microbrewery: a creamy beer cheese crock, Scotch eggs, and crunchy fish and chips. 840 E. 65th St., 317-253-2739, broadripple brewpub.com V$$

Mocktail Hour

The zero-proof drinking movement is shaking up Indy’s cocktail scene.

Tapping into a national trend toward booze-free drinks, northern-burb businesses such as Memento Zero Proof Lounge (8701 E. 116th St., Fishers, mementoretail.com) and Loren’s AF Beverages (12770 W. New Market St., Carmel; 5790 E. Main St., Carmel; lorensaf.com) provide dedicated nonalcoholic drink lists.

Nondrinkers have no shortage of options at city restaurants and watering holes that give mocktails some love. In Windsor Park, the Brasserie’s (1258 Windsor St., 317-800-7099, kankanindy.com/ brasserie) zero-proof options are as well-composed as its selection of boozy, movie-themed sippers.

At 16-Bit Bar + Arcade (110 E. New York St., 317-939-6916, 16-bitbar.com/indy), fruity, alcohol-free choices with cheeky names join other pop culture–inspired cocktails on the menu.

A handful of spirit-free sips is on offer at Parlor Public House (600 E. Ohio St., 317-610-0106, parlor publichouse.com), including the ginger beer–based Pink Skies.

Known for its elaborately potent tiki drinks, The Inferno Room (902 Virginia Ave., 317-426-2343, theinfernoroom.com) also caters to nondrinkers with three tropical potions—Coocoonut Grove, Amaru Antivenom, and Island Time—that are worthy of another round. —JULIA SPALDING

Hollyhock Hill

FAMILY DINING Hollyhock Hill sticks with what’s worked since it opened in 1928: comfort in the form of chicken. Among the frilly tables, servers dole out platters of skillet-fried goodness paired with mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, and buttermilk biscuits. 8110 N. College Ave., 317-2512294, hollyhockhill.com $$$

Late Harvest Kitchen

CONTEMPORARY A luscious comfort food menu delivers top-shelf versions of family-table dishes, such as chunked kielbasa (on a base of mustard spaetzle browned in dill butter) and braised short ribs. 8605 River Crossing Blvd., 317-6638063, lateharvestkitchen.com $$$

Petite Chou

BISTRO Tucked into one of Broad Ripple’s most iconic backstreet parcels, this French cousin of Café Patachou keeps its menu brief but fancy. Diners might enjoy onion soup gratinée and butter lettuce salad before the evening’s dinner rush, when côte de porc and lobster and frites are served with champagne in bottled or cocktail form. Even the family-style fried chicken dinner (offered on Wednesday nights only with mashed potatoes, buttered peas, and a salad for the table) involves a pretty white bucket embellished with a pink logo. 823 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-259-0765, petitechoubistro.com $$$

NORTHWEST

INCLUDES College Park, Lafayette Square

Chapati

MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not enough that the butter chicken melts in your mouth or the lamb kebab bursts with flavor—or that those family recipes, passed from generation to generation, barely scratch the surface of a menu that goes deep into Pakistani, Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisine. This chill westside counter service spot has a fried chicken side hustle called Shani’s Secret Chicken focused on humanely prepared Halal fried chicken cooked three ways: tandoorimarinated and buttermilk-battered; fried and dipped in spicy-sweet sauce; and the batterless, dry-rubbed Faridi style that’s extra spicy. 4930 Lafayette Rd., 317-405-9874, eatchapati.com V $$

Oakleys

Bistro

CONTEMPORARY The meticulously plated fare at Steven Oakley’s eatery hails from a culinary era when sprigs of herbs and puddles of purees provided the flavor and every single element on the plate served a purpose. The presentations are wild, with menu descriptions giving only clues as to what might arrive at the table. 1464 W. 86th St., 317-824-1231, oakleysbistro.com V $$$

SOUTH SUBURBAN

INCLUDES Greenwood

Antilogy

BRUNCH AND COCKTAILS This snug corner spot

at the end of a Kroger parking lot divides its energy between the morning meal and evening libations. Early birds can choose from thoughtful combinations of fat biscuits, sunny eggs, bourbon-candied bacon, and Belgian waffles, with plenty of Bovaconti coffee-based lattes and mochas to kick-start the day. In the evening, the menu shifts to shareable plates, such as a panko-crusted crispy burrata, parmesan truffle fries, and a molten spinach-Gruyere dip. 5867 N. State Rd. 135, Greenwood, 317-530-5312, antilogycg.com $$

Revery

CONTEMPORARY This chef-driven bistro in Old Greenwood offers approachable fine dining, with a casual workingman’s bar on the historic building’s back end. Unexpected small plates have included beets with whipped goat cheese and wasabi and cheese curds fried in chorizo oil. 299 W. Main St., Greenwood, 317-215-4164, revery greenwood.com $$

WEST

INCLUDES Brownsburg, Pittsboro

Bob’s Indian Kitchen INDIAN A surprisingly spacious, airy counter

service location in a new mini-strip houses Bhavesh “Bob” Patel’s ode to home-cooked Indian cuisine. Entry-level cream cheese bhajia (coated in seasoned gram flour batter and deep fried) and dreamy butter chicken get just as much respect as the crispy pani puri filled with tamarind water, the goat biryani lavished with ginger and garlic, and the mini section of Indian pizzas. Whether you opt for the mild or spicy seasoning, always include a cooling mango lassi in your order. 618 E. Main St., Brownsburg, 317983-0225, bobsindian.square.site V $$

Hoosier Roots

COMFORT Blink and you might miss this tuckedaway gem serving family-style mains and side dishes in a roadhouse setting. Chef and owner Greg Stellar runs the tiny kitchen, assembling shareable portions of house-smoked salmon, herb-crusted roast beef, beer can chicken, and other rib-sticking classics. 26 E. Main St., Pittsboro, 317-892-0071, hoosierrootscatering.com $$

Rick’s Cafe Boatyard

SEAFOOD You don’t have to be a Parrothead (though it helps) to appreciate the pontoon-life allure of Eagle Creek’s waterside restaurant, with its breezy dining room on stilts over the Dandy Trail boat slips. The menu gets creative with all of the casual dining tropes, mixing smoked salmon nachos and chicken cordon bleu fingers in with jumbo shrimp martinis and oyster shooters. 4050 Dandy Trail, 317-290-9300, ricks boatyard.com $$$

Osteria by Fabio Viviani

HEALTH & WELLNESS

guidelines and treatment plans. Additional highlights include the Shelbourne Knee Center, the Advanced Wound Center, and accreditation as a Primary Stroke Center. 1500 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-1411, ecommunity.com/east

Community North

This hospital’s large campus includes Community Heart and Vascular Hospital, Community Surgery Center North, Community Rehabilitation Hospital North, and Community MD Anderson Cancer Center–North, home to MD Anderson Cancer Network–certified oncologists. 7150 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-6262, ecommunity.com/north

Community South

The Community MD Anderson Cancer Center South provides oncologists specializing in gynecologic, breast, skin, colorectal, lung, and head and neck cancers. The multidisciplinary approach includes a dietitian, a social worker, patient navigators, and pain management specialists. 1402 E. County Line Rd., 317-887-7000, ecommunity.com/south

Franciscan Health Carmel

This short-stay, six-bed hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient services, such as imaging, physical therapy, rehab, sleep tests, primary care, and orthopedic services. 12188-B N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-705-4500, franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

This list of hospitals and facilities is just a sampling of available options. Entries may not mention every service a provider offers. Inclusion does not imply an endorsement by Indianapolis Monthly or Hour Media.

HOSPITALS

Ascension St. Vincent Carmel

A recipient of Five-Star Excellence Awards in bariatrics and mammography, this hospital offers a wide range of surgeries, an Emergency Center of Excellence, and a center dedicated to sleep disorders. 13500 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7000, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent Fishers

This facility is LEED for Healthcare certified and has earned numerous Five-Star Excellence Awards. Services include a weekday sports injury walk-in clinic and a Saturday morning pediatric walk-in clinic. 13861 Olio Rd., Fishers, 317-415-9000, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis

Centers of Excellence in cardiovascular, neurosciences, orthopedics, women’s healthcare, bariatrics, spine, transplant, and cancer care—are here. The Center for HealthyAging provides in-depth geriatric services. 2001 W. 86th St., 317338-2345, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent Neighborhood

Several “micro hospitals” in and around Indy offer care with short wait times (15 minutes or less) and specialize in 24/7 emergency and urgent care. Avon: 9613 E. U.S. Hwy. 36, 317613-5300; Castleton: 8602 Allisonville Rd., 317703-1970; Plainfield: 2412 E. Main St., 317-2046910; South: 8451 S. Emerson Ave., 317-884-7540, healthcare.ascension.org

Community East

The comprehensive acute care facility offers cardiovascular, maternity, orthopedic, inpatient and outpatient surgery, and emergency services. The hospital’s affiliation with the MD Anderson Cancer Network provides physicians with access to MD Anderson’s evidence-based

Healthgrades named Franciscan Indianapolis among America’s 50 Best Hospitals. The southside facility has also been among Truven Health Analytics’ 100 Top Hospitals. Franciscan has achieved top Healthgrades rankings for best overall heart care; its emergency room is an accredited Chest Pain Center. Also notable is the multidisciplinary cancer care, the Wound Care Institute, the Center of Hope for victims of rape and sexual assault, and a full slate of senior services. 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-5285000, franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Health Mooresville

The nationally recognized Center for Hip & Knee Surgery is housed here. This hospital has the only full-service, hospital-based obstetrical and maternity care program in Morgan County. 1201 Hadley Rd., Mooresville, 317-831-1160, franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Plainfield Health Center

This facility provides outpatient services, including imaging, laboratory work, sports medicine, family medicine, diabetes care, and physical therapy, to residents of Hendricks and Morgan counties. 315 Dan Jones Rd., Plainfield, 317-839-0970, franciscanhealth.org

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Hancock Regional

The multispecialty outpatient Hancock Surgery Center, the Center for Wound Healing, the James T. Anderson MD Center for Women’s Health, a bariatric weight loss program in partnership with Ascension St. Vincent, a heartburn center, and a sleep disorders center also are offered. 801 N. State St., Greenfield, 317462-5544, hancockregionalhospital.org

Hendricks Regional Health

Hendricks achieved the Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award numerous times and is Five-Star-rated by Healthgrades in COPD, heart failure, pneumonia, and sepsis. 1000 E. Main St., Danville, 317-745-4451; 5492 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Brownsburg, 317-4569051, hendricks.org

IU Health Methodist

Consistently ranked among the top 50 in U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Hospitals,” this facility is a Magnet hospital, a designation earned for patient outcomes. It’s home to the largest Level I adult trauma center in Indiana, renowned organ transplant services (the first in Indiana to perform a pancreas transplant), and the largest neuroscience critical care unit in the U.S. 1701 N. Senate Ave., 317-962-2000, iuhealth.org/methodist

IU Health North

This hospital offers a wealth of assistance for adults and children, as well as an attached medical office building and the IU Health Joe & Shelly Schwarz Cancer Center. Clinical programs include breast imaging, urology, hematology, medical weight loss, and reconstructive surgery. 11700 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-688-2000, iuhealth.org/north

IU Health Saxony

Work is under way on an expansion of this hospital that focuses on advanced cardiovascular care (it has a Level I heart attack program) and orthopedics. 13000 E. 136th St., Fishers, 317-6782000, iuhealth.org/saxony

IU Health University

U.S. News & World Report routinely ranks several of IU Health University’s clinical programs among the best in the nation. The teaching facility boasts one of the most comprehensive organ transplant programs in the region, a nationally recognized gastroenterology program, and a top orthopedics program. 550 University Blvd., 317-944-5000, iuhealth.org/university

IU Health West

This hospital earned Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. That indicates that its nurses rank in the top tier nationwide. It serves Hendricks County with a unique “sanctuary of healing” design to create a soothing atmosphere, ideal for uneasy patients. 1111 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-217-3000, iuhealth.org/west

Johnson Memorial

Offering cardiovascular care, imaging and lab services, primary and specialty care, and a sports performance program, Johnson is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Physicians from Johnson Memorial Health combine their understanding of their patients’ medical needs with Mayo Clinic expertise.

1125 W. Jefferson St., Franklin, 317-736-3300, johnsonmemorial.org

MHP Medical Center

This hospital is ranked among The Chartis Group’s Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals. MHP provides full services to prevent and treat heart and vascular conditions. Its ReNovo Orthopaedic Center offers surgical and nonsurgical care, joint replacement, rehabilitation, and sports medicine care. 2451 Intelliplex Dr., Shelbyville, 317-392-3211, mymhp.org

Peyton Manning Children’s at Ascension St. Vincent

This noted pediatric care center boasts experts in cancer, blood diseases, cardiology, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology, leukemia and lymphoma, nephrology, neurology, pulmonology, orthopedics, and sleep disorders. The Stress Center provides mental health services, while the adolescent medicine program offers primary and specialty care. 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2345, healthcare.ascension.org

Richard L. Roudebush VA Center

This medical center has been helping Hoosier veterans since 1932 with a full range of services that includes extended rehabilitation, cancer care, mental health services, palliative care, amputee care, women’s healthcare, dental care, PTSD care, and weight management. 1481 W. 10th St., 317-554-0000, indianapolis.va.gov

Riley Children’s Health at IU Health

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Riley among the top children’s hospitals in the areas of cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology, neonatology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, pulmonology, and urology. Riley features a nationally recognized pediatric transplant program and a dedicated pediatric burn center. 705 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-9445000; 11700 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-6882000, rileychildrens.org

Riverview Health

Riverview provides urgent care, imaging, rehab, lab services, surgery, radiology, cosmetic surgery, and care related to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and sleep disorders. It also offers an advanced wound care program with LUNA diagnostic technology and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The Bone & Breast Center is an accredited Breast Center of Excellence. 395 Westfield Rd., Noblesville, 317-773-0760; 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westfield, 317-214-5555, riverview.org

Sidney & Lois Eskenazi

Facilities include the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana and the Richard M. Fairbanks Burn Center. The Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center serves those with mental illnesses and chronic addictions. 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000, eskenazihealth.edu

Witham Health Services

This facility has allergy/sinus and wound healing centers. Witham’s Women’s Center, a Breast Center of Excellence, offers 3-D tomosynthesis mammography and a complete slate of mental health services. 2605 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8000, witham.org

SPECIALTY SERVICES

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center

Several cardio-related Centers of Excellence are based here. Features and services offered include a 24/7 heart emergency unit, a women’s cardiac risk clinic, interventional cardiology, vascular and aortic care, radiology and imaging, open-heart surgery, pacemaker installation, electrophysiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and transplants. 10580 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-583-5000, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent

Seton Specialty Hospital

Accredited by The Joint Commission, this long-term acute care hospital provides services to medically complex and critically ill patients who require an extended hospital stay and more specialized treatment programs. 8050 Township Line Rd., 317-415-8500, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center

A variety of behavioral health services for all ages is offered, including consultations, crisis intervention, inpatient and outpatient treatment, addiction services, and care related to PTSD, anxiety and depression, eating disorders, and schizophrenia. Its dual diagnosis unit assists those with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorder. 8401 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-4800, healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. Vincent

Women’s Hospital

At the largest comprehensive women’s health facility in Indiana, moms receive a full slate of pre- and post-birth services, including maternal-fetal medicine, care for high-risk babies, breastfeeding classes, and a Level IV newborn intensive care unit. An emergency room; breast, gynecological, and urological surgeries and exams; senior services; bone density testing; and nutrition and exercise classes are also offered. 8111 Township Line Rd., 317-415-8111, healthcare.ascension.org

Center for Pain Management

Specialists here treat acute and chronic back, neck, joint, and cancer pain. Other areas of treatment include degenerative disk disease, spinal stenosis, fibromyalgia, and myofascial and neuropathic pain. Imaging, infusion therapy, nerve blocks, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and physical therapy also are offered. 8805 N. Meridian St.; 533 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood; 97 Dover St., Avon; 11595 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-706-7246, indypain.com

Central Indiana Orthopedics

This group provides orthopedic and musculoskeletal care for all ages, including joint replacement surgery, treatment of work-related injuries, sports medicine services, electrodiagnostics, and imaging. Walk-in clinics are offered at the Fishers, Muncie, Marion, and Anderson facilities. 14300 E. 138th St., Building B, Fishers, 317-773-4301, ciocenter.com

Community Fairbanks Recovery Center

This addiction center focuses on inpatient detoxification, outpatient programs, long-term residential treatment, transitional living and recovery management, women’s trauma care, and family counseling. 8102 Clearvista Pkwy., 800-225-4673, ecommunity.com

Community Heart and Vascular Hospital

This facility offers cardiovascular genetic counseling. Services include cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, electrophysiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and cardiac catheterization labs, plus clinics dedicated to cardio-oncology and anticoagulation. 8075 N. Shadeland Ave., 317621-8000, ecommunity.com/heart

Community Rehabilitation Hospital

Patients living with cognitive and physical disabilities related to brain and spinal cord injuries, stroke, amputations, and neurological conditions receive intensive services. Amenities include therapy gyms, outdoor courtyards, and private treatment spaces for physical, speech, occupational, and recreational therapy. North: 7343 Clearvista Dr., 317-585-5400, communityrehabhospitalnorth.com; South: 607 Greenwood Springs Dr., Greenwood, 317-2153800, communityrehabhospitalsouth.com; West: 8920 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 463-348-7000, communityrehabhospitalwest.com

Forte Sports Medicine and Orthopedics

These offices offer concussion care, pain management, joint replacement, and treatment for conditions of the hand, ankle, back, wrist, elbow, shoulder, foot, and knee. The fellowshiptrained physicians provide care for the Indianapolis Colts. 10767 Illinois St., Carmel; 1401 W. County Line Rd., Greenwood; 16289 Boden Rd., Noblesville, 317-817-1200, forteortho.com

Franciscan Health Heart Center

Healthgrades ranked this center among the top in the U.S. in coronary bypass surgery and peripheral vascular surgery. The state’s first heart valve center was established here. It’s earned international attention for technology that allows patients to naturally regrow heart tissue and its minimally invasive approach to repairing leaking mitral valves. 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-1580, franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel

This facility features an urgent care clinic, an athletic training center, and inpatient and outpatient surgical suites for joint replacements and surgeries on the spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, foot, and ankle. 10777 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-528-5400, franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Colon & Rectal Specialists

Here you’ll see specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the anus, colon, and rectum, including cancer, Crohn’s disease, IBS, incontinence, hemorrhoids, prolapse, diverticulitis, and ulcerative colitis. 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-2270; 1215 Hadley Rd., Mooresville, 317-834-2020; 123 2nd St., Columbus, franciscanhealth.org/fpnindianacolon

Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine

Clinical specialties include brain and spine tumors, aneurysms, artificial disk replacement, interventional neuroradiology, functional neurosurgery, spinal and brain trauma, spina bifida, pediatric neurosurgery, and peripheral nerve disorders. 13345 Illinois St., Carmel; 120 Avon Marketplace, Avon; 555 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood; 13100 E. 136th St., Fishers, 317-3961300, goodmancampbell.com

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

Find comprehensive specialty care for problems of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Areas of expertise include joint replacement and reconstruction surgeries, arthritis care and treatment, care of complex sports injuries, and nonsurgical treatments. Patients can rehabilitate at the largest hand and upper extremity therapy facility in the U.S. 8501 Harcourt Rd.; 8820 S. Meridian St.; additional locations in Avon, Greenfield, Fishers, Westfield, and Kokomo, 317875-9105, indianahandtoshoulder.com

Indiana Spine Group

The comprehensive spine care provided here includes surgical and nonsurgical treatment, imaging, specialized injections, chiropractic work, and physical therapy. It is affiliated with the Medical Academic Center, a state-of-the-art, hands-on medical education training facility for physicians, clinicians, educators, and students. 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel; multiple additional locations throughout Central Indiana, 317-2287000, indianaspinegroup.com

IU Health Heart & Vascular

stroke, brain injury, and post-transplant care. 1700 W. 10th St., 317-636-4400; 8060 Knue Rd., 317-813-8900, kindredhealthcare.com

Midwest Colon and Rectal Surgery

The experts here provide laparoscopic and da Vinci surgery for colorectal cancer, colonoscopies, and sigmoidoscopies. Other services include treatment for incontinence, abdominal pain, ulcerative colitis, diverticulosis, polyps, irritable bowel syndrome, and small intestine and pelvic floor disorders. 13421 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-844-5273; 8240 Naab Rd., Carmel, 317-872-1577; 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, midwestcolon.com

OrthoIndy/OrthoIndy Hospital

These specialists care for muscles, bones, joints, and the spine. OrthoIndy Hospital is the area’s first specialty facility for musculoskeletal care and complex inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures. 8400 Northwest Blvd., 317-956-1000; 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317884-5200; 7950 Ortho Ln., Brownsburg, 317-268-3600, orthoindy.com

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Tampa Bay Buccaneer Ryan Jensen came to Indy to avoid a careerbusting surgery five doctors had recommended. Dr. K. Donald Shelbourne got him back in the game.

As one of the highest-volume heart and vascular programs in the nation, IU Health Heart & Vascular offers a full range of diagnostic testing, interventional radiology, heart and lung transplants, heart failure therapy, lipid disorder treatment, and care for congenital heart disease, valvular heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and coronary artery disease. Multiple Central Indiana locations, iuhealth.org

IU Health Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center

This is Indiana’s only National Cancer Institute–designated comprehensive cancer center. The center’s research programs meet rigorous criteria for world-class, state-of-the-art programs in multidisciplinary cancer research. The goals of those programs—and the center’s 270-plus researchers—range from understanding the molecular changes that cause cancer to developing targeted therapies to prevent and treat the disease. 535 Barnhill Dr., 888-6004822, iuhealth.org, cancer.iu.edu

Kindred Hospitals

Two locations provide long-term acute care to medically complex patients who require extended recovery time. The facilities provide intensive care units, a full slate of rehabilitation services, dialysis suites, pulmonary services, complex wound care, IV antibiotic therapy, pain management, nutrition support, and

Reconstructive Hand to Shoulder of Indiana

The team here dispenses comprehensive care for all conditions involving the shoulder, elbow, wrist, fingers, and hand, including arthritis, tumors, Dupuytren’s contracture, nerve compression disorders, and dysfunction and deformities resulting from injury, tendon problems, and fractures and dislocations.

13431 Old Meridian St., Carmel; 6920 Gatwick Dr., Carmel; 6085 Heartland Dr., Zionsville; 13861 Olio Rd., Fishers, 317-249-2616, indianahandsurgeons.com

Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana

This hospital offers brain, spinal injury, transplant, and stroke rehabilitation and intensive rehab for patients with complex injuries and illnesses. Specialized services include a spasticity clinic, a balance retraining program, vision rehabilitation, and a therapy gym and pool. 4141 Shore Dr., 317-329-2000; Northwest Brain Injury Center: 9531 Valparaiso Ct., 317-879-8940, rhirehab.com

Shelbourne Knee Center

Dr. Donald Shelbourne established the Shelbourne Knee Center, the state’s only center completely dedicated to knees, in 2004. He and his expert staff deliver the most advanced care related to ligament and meniscus injuries, ACL tears, arthritic pain, tendonitis, deconditioned knees, and arthrofibrosis. Surgeries offered include knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, and patella realignment, among others. 1500 N. Ritter Ave., 317-924-8636, fixknee.com

Urology of Indiana

Patients find diagnosis and treatment for enlarged prostates, pelvic floor dysfunction, kidney stones, male infertility, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infections, low testosterone, and erectile dysfunction. Vasectomies also are offered. Multiple Central Indiana locations, 877-362-2778, urologyin.com

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