The irony of allowing humanity to fall so deep into greed that the unhoused population sit on this…read morebench without anywhere to call home. Says lots without saying a word.

This is a very powerful and intriguing piece that is located off to the side of the Roberts Park…read moreUnited Methodist Church. This sculpture is the work of Timothy Schmalz, a Canadian sculptor and devout Catholic, who was commissioned by Roberts Park United Methodist Church to create this bronze sculpture in 2015. It also goes by the name Jesus the Homeless. As nice as it is, this piece is not one of a kind. There are a bunch of them placed all around the world, well over 100. The original was made in 2013 and is located at Regis College, University of Toronto. Other locations that you will find the sculpture include Australia, Singapore, Israel, South Korea, Scotland, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Columbia and the Dominican Republic to name just a few. This sculpture is very realistic and detailed. Which brings me to a funny story. In October 2020, police in Ohio were dispatched to a report of a homeless man sleeping on a park bench. Ironically, this call was made within 20 minutes of the Homeless Jesus sculpture being installed. Yep, some called the police on the statue. I will admit, I had to do a double take to make sure it was not real when I saw it. And you are certain to be fooled if you are driving by. It should be noted the the sculpture in Vatican City has received the blessing of the Pope. The bench is about 7 feet wide and depicts a covered figure, assumed to be Jesus, laying on it. The only real identification being the crucifixion wounds on the figures feet. For the low price of 99.99 you too can have your own mini-homeless Jesus made by the artist himself. The sculpture is just off of the Roberts Park United Methodist Church parking lot and runs along Alabama Street. There is tons of metered street parking available in front of and adjacent to the sculpture. There is also a commercial parking lot directly behind it that you can pull into, get out and take a closer look too. I guess you could also do a safe and strategic slow rolling drive by and get a a half decent look, but I do not recommend that. You will not get the full effect of the sculpture. As with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other sculptures, murals and attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip. Brickhead3 and Viewfinders would be a great start.

This is a neat mural that depicts a bookshelf. I am not sure if the mural has anything to do with…read morethe library that is so very close to. It was painted by French artist Youri Cansell aka "Mantra"in 2019. It is located in a section known as Library Square, which is fenced off and under major construction. The area is fenced off and private, but that did not stop me from checking out the mural. The pieces uses natural colors and depicts an oversized old-fashioned library shelf with books and curios on it. The building that it is painted on windows are incorporated in the mural and you will find some butterflies on some of the books. I would have liked to see more color, but that is just me. Anyway, There is metered street parking available for you to park and get out and check out the mural. As with most murals, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. It is probably best to plan out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals in the area.

Fun to see but when I went it was gated and you had to take pictures through the gates. Also all…read morestreet parking so something to note.

The Twisted House is a whimsical, quirky sculpture in the ArtsPark. The house is the 2005 work of…read moreJohn McNaughton. McNaughton was a founding member of the Art Department of University of Southern Indiana. He passed away in 2022. The Twisted House is typical of his fun-loving approach to art. The wood sculpture has a storybook appearance. I can imagine that kids (and maybe even a few squirrels) would have fun visiting and playing in the structure with the crooked door and roof that curves over into the ground. The sculpture brought a smile to my face. The Twisted House worth a visit if you like art. There is no charge to walk through the quiet and serene park. There is free parking at the east side of the park.

It was a cold crisp day in late November when I visited the house. I knocked on the door but…read morenobody was home. Just kidding. It is a piece of artwork. It reminds me of the nursery rhyme about the old woman who lived in a shoe. It is just one piece of outdoor artwork and sculptures available on the grounds of the Indianapolis Art Center. I found plenty of parking available at the Center's parking lot. Then it is short walk from the lot.

Amazing swings. I thought my kids wouldn't like it but they really loved it! They are building…read morearound it and it's kinda hard to get to. Great experience though!

Love the idea and love the execution. I had no concept of musical swings, but basically each swing…read morehas a sound/tone they emit as you swing. Swing faster to get a faster rhythm, slow down and the sounds slow down. I could imagine this being either horrible or fascinatingly beautiful when all of them are in full swing. Either way, this adds a bit of interested to swinging and I love it.

Georgia Street was remodeled when Indianapolis hosted the Super Bowl in 2012. The street is used to…read morehost parties and other events during football season at really any time when the city is wants to attract people downtown. The street runs between the convention center and Banker's Life Fieldhouse - six or seven blocks. The here are a handful of restaurants and bars along the route including Harry and Izzy's. There are lots of restaurants and hotels on the side streets along the street as well. To the south one block, the railroad meets Union Station. The median of the street is decorated with metal arch structures and lights. During events, various businesses and food trucks will offer beverages and street foods. The street is a lovely walk after a late night basketball game. I like to go down early on a Sunday morning when no one is around and enjoy the magnificent architecture along the route.

Stand alone heaters, area heaters from above and lots of tents set up for the college football…read morechampionships. Big problem was that all the tents were selling the same thing and local brewed beers were not available. A band was playing songs from the 80's to a crowd of college kids. It seems the only time heaters are active along this street is when our convention space is booked. It would seem like restaurants along this stretch would benefit from a little glamping on weekends just for us Indy folk. It's a great stretch of nothingness most of the time. I wish the city would do more to promote this space on weekends throughout the year.

This show is always a delight to visit. The cost of a ticket is only $10 to see some of the best…read moreartisans in Indiana. Our special interests are the wineries, the baked goods, the chocolatiers, and ceramics. There are so many more offerings to see also that are very interesting. The dates are already set for next spring. If you miss this weekend be sure to mark your calendar for March 28 and 29 of 2026. The show opens at 10 each day and the best time to visit is early in the day. It seems to be less busy.

First time attending this market and already looking forward to the next one! So many talented…read morelocal artists under one roof... I was like a kid in a candy store! Walked away with Bourbon Balls, Jewelry, Honey... and lots of future gift ideas! Bourbon fans look up: gethappyball.com these candies are amazing! Just don't eat too many before driving ;)

This magnificent and stunning exhibit was a pleasant surprise to find right here in downtown Indy…read moreand a delight to experience. The lighting is low, the air is cool and the atmosphere is calming and relaxing. You can explore Michelangelo's Masterpieces from the 8,611 square feet Sistine Chapel ceiling which have been reproduced using state-of-the-art technology. I found it fanastating that Michelangelo reluctantly accepted this large tasks as he saw himself more as a sculptor than a painter. After only 4 1/2 years, the Sistine Chapel was opened with a festive ceremony on All Staints' Day, 1512. In 1536, Michelangelo was commissioned by Paul III who wanted a new design on the wall behind the altar in the Sistine Chapel. The Last Judgement was completed 5 years later and this Masterpiece is also on display. This Exhibit is brought to Indy by the same organizers who brought King Tut, Titanic and Frida Kahlo to the various cities through the United States. This spectacular exhibit is located in the old Carson/L.S. Ayres department store on the corner of Washington and Meridian Street with the entrance on Washington Street across from T-Mobile. You can easily park in the Mall Parking Garage, take the elevator to the main floor (by P.F. Chang's) on the corner of Washington and Illinois and take the sidewalk (east) to the entrance. The Exhibit runs through August 26th from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday through Saturday and tickets must be purchased beforehand online. Download the Exhibition's Audioguide from Google or Apple prior to visiting to save time. The app is included as part of your ticket and will give you access up to 60 minutes of additional award winning audio guide content. Be sure to bring your own personal headphones. After checking in, there's an overview of the exhibit you can watch prior to exploring plus it's on an endless loop so it can be viewed whenever you're ready. The artwork is laid out very well with a brief description by each piece and a QR Code to scan. Several small benches are located on the outside row so you can sit to enjoy these stunning works of art. I could list each of the masterpieces you'll see but words truly will not do each justice. I'll post pictures, which again, do not truly reflect their depth of beauty and emotional significance. One of the challenges we took to heart was to step into Michelangelo shoes and gain a new perspective on these famous works of art by studying them from the same distance that the artist created them. I can't even imagine how difficult that would have been. On August 25th and August 26th two Candlelight concerts (6:30 & 9:00 p.m.) bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical expereience to this exhibit. Enjoy the timeless sounds of Vivaldi, Bach and Mozart while surrounded by the incomparable universe of Michelangelo - all under the gentle glow of candlelight. Age requirements for the concert is 8 years old or older. Anyone 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Seating is based on first come first served basis in each zone. Merchandise is available, and affordable, by the exit. A few things you'll find is magnetics, programs, wine bags and glasses, laptop cases, 8 x 10 prints, tote bags and shirts. If you have an opportunity to visit the Michaelangelo Sistine Chapel Exhibit, go. I don't think you'll be disappointed if you enjoy this kind of thing. I hope to return for the Candlelight Concerts on 8/26.

The French Market hosted by ST. Joan of Arc is always a fun place to go. They have lots of vendors…read moreranging from food, art, jewelry and so much more.

Ooo la la! What a great festival! St. Joan of Arc puts this festival on every year. It has so many…read moregreat foods that you can't normally get locally. Tarte Flambé, beef bourgeon, fresh Cafe Du Mont beignets, ratatouille, and so much more! They have live music and lots of local venders as well as a bake sale. They have lots of volunteers from the church and school that do a great job of putting this event on. They offer tours of the gorgeous Roman Catholic Church during the event. They offer mass in French also. This is a great festival that if you haven't been you should put on a beret and head over to it.