Meh. It's a wonderful idea and a great way to support a wonderful local nonprofit. However, it was…read morejust a "meh" event to me. I love the many different options that they have available, but at the same time, it might make more sense to have some activities that involved a lot of people (ie a bigger/better dance floor or something of that matter). Overall, a good event, but I would like to see more next year, something that would make the ticket worth the money spent!

I left Adult Swim with one question: How many people work all night long to get the smell of beer…read moreand food out of the museum before they open the next morning for the public? I can't even begin to imagine how they go about this task! Adult Swim is a benefit event held at the Children's Museum. Only in its second year, someone decided the first year was a smash hit because tickets increased by $15 this year (or maybe that was the surcharge for cleaning). All tickets sold out though, so that's a good sign! I'm not really sure who the benefit was for though.. maybe some additional information about that next year would help raise even more money Unlike other events I've been to, this one didn't FEEL like the event was sold out. Lines for some of the food and drink tables had a few other people in them, but the event planners did a great job of making sure there were enough tables and enough room that everyone could have a good time. Really, the night was about being a big kid in the museum into the night, and everyone I was with had a blast! Here's hoping next year is just as great (and not about $15 bucks more expensive per ticket!)

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 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.

Indiana got all kinds of cool murals and stuff. There's another example of it. The Indy butterfly…read moremurals right there pretty close to the Pacers stadium fun spot to check out.

This mural is located on the downtown CVS. It was painted by Kelsey Montague in 2019 and…read morecommissioned by the developers of CityWay2. Montague painted a few other murals in the Cityway complex while she was here. This is an interactive piece that has been following a national Instagram trend. There is a set of big wings for adults and small wings for the littles. So, this mural is not very unique as you can find similar pieces all across the country. The mural is meant for you to stand in front of and give you the appearance that you have wings. I almost posed for one of those then I remembered I was a grown man with a little self dignity. Just kidding, the wings make for good photos. There are also a large mural of Indy native butterflies on the adjoining wall titled Shadowbox Butterflies. It is a very nice piece and goes well with this one. As with most murals I have visited, this is probably not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. If you are quick, you could probably park in the CVS parking lot. You may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals in the area to maximize your time and trip. Luckily there are a lot of other interesting murals in CityWay to view.

I went to city market for lunch and got food at a middle eastern restaurant and dessert at a cookie…read morestand. The falafel wrap and fries I got from the middle eastern restaurant were amazing. The cookies were great too. City market had plenty of options and lots of seating. Some of the stands were empty, though. And the inside is just very dated in general. A lot of things just need a small update. You can tell you're in a building that's seen better days, that all it is. Not sure about parking. Extremely easy access from the cultural trail bike path and from the IndyGo Redline (transit center stop). It's downtown so walking there is easy if you're close by. This place has seen better days. However it's still got a lot of great options and it's still worth a visit for lunch!

This place needs a facelift and an energizer of some sort. It was dead on a beautful sunny…read moreSaturday afternoon. It has a lot of potential. I hate when cities build up one area (Bottleworks) and neglect the now rundown but traditional spot that once had all the traffic. We need fresh produce and meat markets with small eateries in one big building again.

Giacomo likes to hang out in the back alley where people smoke and calls all kinds of mischief…read more This is the Giacomo, the monkey Miral. Go check him out takes photos.

I was thrilled to find this mural of Eva Kor. She was a holocaust survivor who settled in Indiana…read moreafter WWII. Her story is both heartbreaking and inspirational. I heard her interviews prior to her death and have experienced the interactive experience with her at the Indiana Historical Society. She had an amazing positive attitude about her life and experiences as a child prisoner at Auschwitz's Concentration Camp. I was proud to see the mural with her infectious smile downtown just north of the Fieldhouse. The mural is entitled "Eva Hope Healing Forgiveness". I had forgotten that she served as the 2017 Grand Marshall of the 500 Festival, so it is fitting that she appears on the 500 Festival building. The mural was painted by Indiana artist, Pam Bliss in 2020. Eva passed away in 2019. What a wonderful tribute.

I don't know who this woman is, but she's got a gigantic mural of herself right pretty close to…read moredowntown Indianapolis. She's in a blue suit and her name is Ava. That's all I know I'm not sure what the story is behind it but here it is.

You can tell that this was once an awesome mural. But those days are long behind it. The mural was…read morepainted in 2017 by the FAB Crew, with the assistance of an artist named Gamble, as a tribute to the Cincinnati-based, nationally-known graffiti artist Speedbeard (Jason Brunson), who passed away suddenly in 2017. The mural depicts Speedbeard's pet French bulldog, Frenchie, the inspiration behind many of his characters The dog is wearing Speedbeard's trademark black t-shirt, and has parodies of Speedbeard's full-sleeve tattoos. You can see that the painting has a lot of detail and their inspiration bled through. However, the mural is greatly deteriorated and the wall that it is painted on is actually chipping away piece by piece. I had to do a double take to make sure that I had the correct mural. This mural needs a lot of help, but may be beyond saving. As with most murals, this is probably not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. There is parking available in the alley that the mural is in and it is easily accesible. However, you can probably even do a drive by. It is best to plan out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals in the area to maximize your trip.

The FAB Crew (Sacred 317 & 6Cents) and Gamble worked on this mural in the summer of 2018 as a…read moretribute to famed artist "Speedbeard" out of Cincinnati. Speedbeard owns a French Bulldog, has a beard, and full sleeve arm tattoos. The bulldog and the arm tattoos were incorporated into this mural along with the neck chain with Speedbeard on it. If you have a knack for reading the graffiti style writing, you can see the artist's names, though I struggle with the two on the right side more than on the left. The dog looks real. The rest of the mural is a swirl of vibrant colors. Very visually effective in catching the eye of passersby. I hope this one will last longer than most of the other great murals that have been at this location. Review #1878

I get my kicks off Lockerbie Square Historic neighborhood with or without a flea market but it…read morecertainly takes this charming district to the next level! From the canopy covered streets filled in with cobblestone to the weaving alleyways filled with flowers, Lockerbie is one of those spots I take out-of-towners for a stroll. During the annual, one day street market, the neighbors pull together to set up front yard sales, bring in a few local food and artisan vendors and fun mosying entertainment like Pork & Beans New Orleans brass band. It's really fun to see the varying decor of the neighborhood through the items being displayed for sale. While there, don't miss out on visiting the James Whitcomb Riley Museum.

Things I liked: - Shady sidewalks for a hot day…read more- Pork n Beans brass band bringing the party to random back alleys - occasional good finds - great Lockerbie neighborhood and houses to check out - Mass Ave restaurants and coffee just steps away to grab before or after your garage sale adventure This was a fun, low key weekend morning activity. It paired perfectly with a coffee outing at Coat Check and a stop by the library on the way home.

This piece of art which was designed by Jude Odell in 2019 adorns a Pleasant Run Trail rest stop in…read morethe Twin Aire neighborhood. It sits in a garden of native plants. One side of the column is dedicated to the native flowers that can be found in the garden in season. The other two sides incorporate floral and butterfly tiles created by the community. There is an ample sized pull off by the stop where you can park and get out. The stop has a covered pavilion with a picnic table and some stadium chairs nearby. The falls are right there as well and you can hear the water falling. It is soothing, even given that the stop is right off of a busy street. The column is a neighborhood unifying project and a testament to their teamwork and unity. I do not see spending a lot of time here. I really did not feel comfortable here. The column is something to see, but unless you live in the neighborhood, I do not see it as a hang out. It has a lot of trash and is not very clean, but still an interesting spot and worth a stop if you are in the area or passing by as I was. ...

Located on the east side where Pleasant Run Parkway connects with Prospect is a small oasis of…read moregreenway. Near the intersection is this new art installation surrounded by a flower bed designed to attract butterflies. Created by artist Jude Odell (2019), the mosaic is four sided with a sloping top and rests upon a short pedestal. Two sides are broad: one features a depiction of the Pleasant Run Creek; the other of flowers that are native to the area. The other two sides are narrow and feature ceramic tiles created by the artist and the local community. Note that there is pull off parking along the greenway and a small shelter to the south of the installation. Review #3057