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The Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District contains two museums, three parks, and 24 acres of monuments, statues, sculptures, and fountains in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, making the state's capital second only to Washington D.C. in acreage and number of monuments dedicated to veterans. It is also home to the national and state headquarters of the American Legion. The War Memorial Commission operates these facilities in pursuit of its primary mission: to commemorate the valor and sacrifice of the United States Armed Forces and especially to honor Hoosier veterans and Indiana's role in the nation's conflicts.
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Latest/Featured News

  • October 23, 2009: Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum and Gift Shop reopen to the public. Click here for more information.
  • November 7, 2009: Official opening of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Radio Room at the IWM Museum. Click here for more information.
  • December 4, 2009: Renaming ceremony for Woodfill Board Room and Spruance Hall and Shoup Hall conference rooms at the Indiana War Memorial. Click here for more information.