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During your Indianapolis vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
This impressive $14-million building houses one of the country's most notable collections of Native American and Western art. The "Art of the American West" collection includes works by Frederic Remington and Georgia O'Keeffe. The Native American artifacts include clothing, beadwork, and pottery from all over North America.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Built in 1909, this is one of the most celebrated auto raceways in the world. Each May, more than 400,000 spectators throng to the 2.5-mile oval course to watch the Indianapolis 500, the largest single-day sporting event in the world, boasting the largest purse in motor racing. The Speedway also hosts the United States Grand Prix in June and the NASCAR Brickyard 400 in August.The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum (open daily 9am-5pm; $3 adults, $1 children 6-15) is within the track's oval. The 433-acre speedway also features a PGA course (4 holes inside the track and 14 outside).
Indianapolis Museum of Art
This world-class museum has notable paintings by El Greco, Rubens, American Impressionists, and European neo-Impressionists -- and there's no admission charge to the permanent collection. Other strengths include African art, Japanese Edo-period paintings, American furniture, textiles, costumes, and a superb collection of Turner works on paper. The sculpture garden includes Robert Indiana's famed LOVE. In summer, the museum hosts the Summer Nights concert and film series. Bring a picnic, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy open-air performances or classic films. Also on the grounds is the Oldfields-Lilly House, a historic 22-room mansion open to the public (admission $5 adults, $4 students and seniors). At press time the museum was undergoing an extensive, multimillion-dollar expansion that may affect opening times, and some galleries and facilities may be closed during construction. Call ahead for more information.
Omni Severin Hotel
Located in downtown Indianapolis. Connected to Nordstrom department store and Circle Centre Mall by skywalk. The mall is also connected to the convention center by a skywalk. It is one block from Conseco Fieldhouse and the RCA Dome. The Omni Severin proudly serves as one of the city's most elegant hotels. Built in 1913, the hotel has been restored to its original grandeur and offers the most contemporary amenities while maintaining its historic charm. Situated in the heart of the entertainment ...
Hampton Inn Indianapolis-Dwtn Circle Centre
The Hampton Inn downtown is located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis across from Circle Centre Mall and within walking distance of conseco fieldhouse- RCA Dome- Convention Center- ncaa hall of fame- imax theatre- Eiteljorg Museum- Pan Am Plaza- Indiana State Capitol- Victory Field. Iupui Natatorium- Indianapolis Zoo- children's museum, Methodist Hospital- Indianapolis Motor Speedway- Butler University-Clowes Hall- Indianapolis Sports Center- Indiana Repertory Theatre- ...
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