History of Indianapolis in Timeline

Indianapolis, or Indy, is the capital and most populous city of Indiana, also serving as the county seat of Marion County. Located in the central till plain region along the White River's west fork, it's known as the "Crossroads of America." This slogan reflects its historical significance as a key transportation hub due to its central location relative to other major North American markets.

May 15, 1902: Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument dedicated

On May 15, 1902, the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument was dedicated and later became the city's unofficial symbol.

1902: Herron School of Art and Design Established

Established in 1902, the Herron School of Art and Design's first core faculty included Impressionist painters belonging to the Hoosier Group.

1902: Indianapolis Indians Established

In 1902, the Indianapolis Indians of the International League were established.

1902: Ringling Brothers Parade Film

In 1902, the Ringling Brothers Parade Film was made.

1905: Building height ordinance

In 1905, an ordinance restricted building heights on the traffic circle to 86 ft to protect views of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument.

1906: U.S. Army operated Fort Benjamin Harrison

In 1906, the U.S. Army began operating Fort Benjamin Harrison in neighboring Lawrence.

1909: Kessler's Indianapolis Park and Boulevard Plan

In 1909, George Kessler conceived the Indianapolis Park and Boulevard Plan, linking parks with parkways following waterways.

1909: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Completion

In 1909, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was completed as an automotive test track.

1910: Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company founded

In 1910, the Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company was founded in Indianapolis.

1910: Opening of Old National Centre

In 1910, the Old National Centre, the oldest stagehouse in Indianapolis, opened in the Mass Ave Cultural Arts District.

May 30, 1911: Inaugural Indianapolis 500

On May 30, 1911, Ray Harroun won the inaugural Indianapolis 500, held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

1911: Inaugural Indianapolis 500

Since 1911, the Indianapolis 500, an open-wheel automobile race, has been held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

1912: Citywide height restriction

In 1912, a citywide height restriction ordinance was instituted, barring structures over 200 ft.

1913: Great Flood of 1913

In 1913, Indianapolis was severely impacted by the Great Flood of 1913, resulting in five deaths and the displacement of 7,000 families.

1913: Indianapolis streetcar strike

In 1913, the Indianapolis streetcar strike, police mutiny and riots led to the creation of the state's earliest labor-protection laws.

1914: Ford Motor Company Operations

Ford Motor Company operated in Indianapolis from 1914–1942 and again from 1956–2008.

1915: Allison Transmission founded

In 1915, Allison Transmission, a notable business, was founded in Indianapolis during a period of growth and innovation.

1915: Establishment of Allison Engine Company

Rolls-Royce North America dates its local presence to the establishment of the Allison Engine Company in 1915.

1920: End of the Golden Age of Indiana Literature

Around 1920, the Golden Age of Indiana Literature, which had begun around 1870, came to an end. During this period, Indianapolis was a hub for notable poets and writers, including James Whitcomb Riley, Booth Tarkington, and Meredith Nicholson.

1921: Rise of the Indiana Klan

From 1921, led by D. C. Stephenson, the Indiana Klan became a powerful political and social organization in Indianapolis, controlling key institutions.

1921: Indiana World War Memorial Plaza construction

In 1921, construction began on the Indiana World War Memorial Plaza Historic District in downtown Indianapolis.

1922: Revision of building height ordinance

In 1922, the building height ordinance was revised, permitting buildings to rise to 108 ft with additional allowances for setbacks.

1925: Chrysler Operations

Chrysler operated in Indianapolis from 1925–2005.

1927: Madam Walker Legacy Center Opens

The Madam Walker Legacy Center opened in 1927 on Indiana Avenue, becoming a hub for vaudeville shows and the Indiana Avenue jazz scene.

1928: Hinkle Fieldhouse Opens

In 1928, Butler's Hinkle Fieldhouse opened as the world's largest basketball arena, with seating for 15,000.

1928: Klan decline

The Indiana Klan remained the most powerful political and social organization in Indianapolis through 1928, after which its influence waned.

1929: Speedway film

In 1929, the motion picture Speedway was filmed at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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1930: General Motors Operations

General Motors operated in Indianapolis from 1930–2011.

July 14, 1936: Record High Temperature

On July 14, 1936, Indianapolis recorded its highest official temperature of 106 °F (41 °C).

1942: Ford Motor Company Operations

Ford Motor Company operated in Indianapolis from 1914–1942 and again from 1956–2008.

1947: Area code 317 established

In 1947, area code 317 was established as the original area code for the Indianapolis area.

1948: James Baskett Receives Honorary Academy Award

In 1948, James Baskett received an Academy Honorary Award for his role in Walt Disney's Song of the South, making him the first Black male Oscar recipient.

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1949: Sid Grauman Receives Honorary Academy Award

In 1949, Sid Grauman, a founder of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, received an Academy Honorary Award for raising the standard for film exhibition.

1950: To Please a Lady Film

In 1950, the motion picture To Please a Lady was filmed at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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1950: Post-World War II Development

Starting in 1950, the post–World War II economic expansion and subsequent suburbanization greatly influenced the city's development patterns.

1956: Ford Motor Company Operations

Ford Motor Company operated in Indianapolis from 1914–1942 and again from 1956–2008.

1962: City-County Building completion

Completed in 1962, the City-County Building was the first high-rise in the city to surpass the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in height.

1963: John J. Barton elected mayor

In 1963, John J. Barton was elected mayor.

1965: Indianapolis Times ceased publication

In 1965, the Indianapolis Times ceased publication.

1967: Republicans held the mayor's office

In 1967, Republicans began their 32-year hold on the mayor's office.

1967: Indiana Pacers Founded

In 1967, the Indiana Pacers were founded and began in the American Basketball Association (ABA).

1968: Richard Lugar's mayoral administration

In 1968, Richard Lugar began his mayoral administration (1968–1976) during which city and county governments consolidated.

1968: Robert F. Kennedy's speech

While campaigning in Indianapolis in 1968, Robert F. Kennedy delivered a lauded speech following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.

1969: 1969 riots

In 1969, Indianapolis experienced riots, reflecting strained race relations during the civil rights movement.

1969: U.S. Clay Court Championships

Indianapolis hosted the U.S. Clay Court Championships starting in 1969.

January 1, 1970: Unigov effective

Effective January 1, 1970, Unigov expanded Indianapolis' land area and population significantly, consolidating city and county governments.

1970: Housing Units Built

From 1950 to 1970, nearly 100,000 housing units were built in Marion County, most outside Center Township in suburban neighborhoods.

1970: City-County Council inception

In 1970, the City-County Council was established and controlled by Republicans.

1970: Pacers Win ABA Championship

In 1970, the Indiana Pacers, led by Mel Daniels, Roger Brown, and George McGinnis, won an ABA championship.

1970: Consolidated City-County Government

Since 1970, Indianapolis has had a consolidated city-county form of government under Indiana Code's Unigov provision.

1971: Desegregation busing

In 1971, a federal court decision mandated desegregation busing in Indianapolis Public Schools, sparking controversy.

1971: American Water Landmark recognition

In 1971, the northern segment of the Indiana Central Canal was recognized as an American Water Landmark.

1972: Pacers Win ABA Championship

In 1972, the Indiana Pacers, led by Mel Daniels, Roger Brown, and George McGinnis, won an ABA championship.

1973: Pacers Win ABA Championship

In 1973, the Indiana Pacers, led by Mel Daniels, Roger Brown, and George McGinnis, won an ABA championship.

1976: William Hudnut's mayoral administration

In 1976, William Hudnut began his mayoral administration (1976–1992), investing in sports venues and public relations as part of the Indianapolis Project.

1976: Pacers Join the NBA

In 1976, the Indiana Pacers joined the National Basketball Association (NBA) when the ABA and NBA leagues merged.

1976: End of Richard Lugar's mayoral administration

Richard Lugar's mayoral administration ended in 1976, during which time he oversaw the consolidation of the city and county governments and initiated downtown revitalization efforts.

1977: Martin University founded

In 1977, Martin University, Indiana's only Predominantly Black Institution, was founded.

1979: White River State Park Development Commission established

Since 1979, White River State Park has been owned and operated by the White River State Park Development Commission.

1982: Building boom begins

A building boom began in 1982, lasting until 1990 and resulting in the construction of six of the city's ten tallest buildings.

1982: U.S. Olympic Festival

In 1982, Indianapolis hosted the U.S. Olympic Festival as part of an aggressive economic development strategy.

1982: National Sports Festival

Indianapolis hosted the National Sports Festival in 1982.

1983: WFBQ flagship station

Since 1983, WFBQ has been the flagship station for The Bob & Tom Show.

1984: Baltimore Colts relocation

In 1984, Indianapolis secured the relocation of the Baltimore Colts as part of a sports tourism strategy.

1985: Canal Redevelopment

Between 1985 and 2001, nearly 1.5 miles of the canal in downtown Indianapolis were redeveloped into a cultural and recreational amenity.

1985: NBA All-Star Game

Indianapolis hosted the NBA All-Star Game in 1985.

1986: Kurt Vonnegut Returns to Indianapolis

In 1986, Kurt Vonnegut returned to Indianapolis and acknowledged the city's significant influence on his writings.

1986: Hoosiers Film

In 1986, the film Hoosiers used Indianapolis sports venues as backdrops.

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1987: Pan American Games

In 1987, Indianapolis hosted the Pan American Games as part of a sports tourism strategy.

1988: Eight Men Out Film

In 1988, the film Eight Men Out used Indianapolis sports venues as backdrops.

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1988: Indianapolis Tennis Championships

Indianapolis hosted the Indianapolis Tennis Championships starting in 1988.

1990: Completion of Salesforce Tower

Completed in 1990, Salesforce Tower, at 811 ft, became the tallest building in the city.

1991: U.S. Army no longer operated Fort Benjamin Harrison

In 1991, the U.S. Army ceased operating Fort Benjamin Harrison in neighboring Lawrence.

1991: World Artistic Gymnastics Championships

Indianapolis hosted the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in 1991.

1992: Stephen Goldsmith's mayoral administration

Beginning in 1992, Stephen Goldsmith's mayoral administration introduced austerity measures through privatization and public-private partnerships.

1992: WrestleMania VIII

Indianapolis hosted WrestleMania VIII in 1992.

1992: End of William Hudnut's mayoral administration

William Hudnut's mayoral administration ended in 1992, during which time millions of dollars were invested into sports venues and public relations campaigns.

January 19, 1994: Record Low Temperature

On January 19, 1994, Indianapolis recorded its lowest official temperature of −27 °F (−33 °C).

1994: World Rowing Championships

Indianapolis hosted the World Rowing Championships in 1994.

1996: Fort Harrison State Park established

Established in 1996, Fort Harrison State Park covers 1,744 acres and is overseen by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

1996: Victory Field Opens

In 1996, Victory Field replaced Bush Stadium as the home of the Indianapolis Indians.

1997: Going All the Way Film

In 1997, the motion picture Going All the Way was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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1998: Homicide spike in Indianapolis

In 1998, Indianapolis experienced a spike in homicides, reaching 162 murders.

1999: Gainbridge Fieldhouse Opens

In 1999, Gainbridge Fieldhouse replaced Market Square Arena.

1999: Republicans no longer held the mayor's office

In 1999, Republicans' 32-year hold on the mayor's office ended.

1999: Indianapolis News ceased publication

In 1999, the Indianapolis News, an evening publication, printed its last edition.

2000: Bart Peterson took office

In 2000, Bart Peterson became mayor, focusing on education reform and promoting the arts.

2000: Pacers Appear in NBA Finals

In 2000, led by Larry Bird and Reggie Miller, the Indiana Pacers made their lone NBA Finals appearance.

2000: Indiana Fever Debut

In 2000, the Indiana Fever of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) debuted.

2000: Indianapolis Indians Win Championship

In 2000, the Indianapolis Indians won a championship.

2000: Presidential election in Marion County

In the 2000 United States presidential election, Marion County voters narrowly selected George W. Bush over Al Gore by a margin of 1.3%.

2000: United States Grand Prix

Indianapolis hosted the United States Grand Prix starting in 2000.

2000: Immigrant Population Growth

Since 2000, the foreign-born population in Indianapolis has increased by 131%.

2000: Increased reinvestment downtown

Since the 2000s, downtown Indianapolis and surrounding neighborhoods have seen increased reinvestment mirroring nationwide market trends.

2001: Canal Redevelopment

Between 1985 and 2001, nearly 1.5 miles of the canal in downtown Indianapolis were redeveloped into a cultural and recreational amenity.

2001: Hoosiers Added to National Film Registry

In 2001, Hoosiers was added to the National Film Registry.

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2001: Establishment of Masjid Al Mu'mineen

In 2001, Masjid Al Mu'mineen, a mosque, was established in Indianapolis, reflecting the city's growing religious diversity.

2001: Charter schools authorized

In 2001, the Indianapolis mayor's office became the first in the U.S. to authorize charter schools.

2001: World Police and Fire Games

Indianapolis hosted the World Police and Fire Games in 2001.

2002: FIBA Basketball World Cup

Indianapolis hosted the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2002.

2003: Indianapolis Cultural Districts designated

In 2003, Indianapolis Cultural Districts were designated to promote the arts and cultural development.

2003: Republicans no longer controlled City-County Council

In 2003, Republicans lost control of the City-County Council, which they had held since its inception in 1970.

2003: National Register of Historic Places

In 2003, the Indianapolis park system's 3,474 acres were added to the National Register of Historic Places.

2004: Palindromes and Saving Star Wars Films

In 2004, the motion pictures Palindromes and Saving Star Wars were partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2004: Presidential election in Marion County

In the 2004 United States presidential election, Marion County voters favored John Kerry over George W. Bush by a margin of 1.9%.

2005: Chrysler Operations

Chrysler operated in Indianapolis from 1925–2005.

2005: Herron School Relocates

Since 2005, Eskenazi Hall at IU Indianapolis has been home to the Herron School, hosting five public galleries and numerous programs.

2006: Murder Spike

In 2006, Indianapolis experienced another spike in murders, with 153 recorded.

2006: Establishment of Hindu Temple of Central Indiana

In 2006, the Hindu Temple of Central Indiana was established, reflecting the city's growing religious diversity.

2007: Colts Win Super Bowl XLI

In 2007, led by Tony Dungy and Peyton Manning, the Indianapolis Colts won Super Bowl XLI.

2007: Establishment of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and Greg Ballard succeeds Peterson

In 2007, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department was established, and Greg Ballard succeeded Peterson as mayor.

2007: United States Grand Prix

Indianapolis hosted the United States Grand Prix until 2007.

2007: Median Household Income

The U.S. Census Bureau's 2007-2011 American Community Survey indicated the median household income for Indianapolis city was $42,704.

2008: Ford Motor Company Operations

Ford Motor Company operated in Indianapolis from 1914–1942 and again from 1956–2008.

2008: Lucas Oil Stadium Opens

In 2008, Lucas Oil Stadium replaced the RCA Dome as the home of the Indianapolis Colts.

2008: Chain Restaurants Per Capita

In 2008, the Indianapolis metropolitan area had the highest concentration of chain restaurants per capita in the U.S.

2008: Completion of capital projects

In 2008, two of Indianapolis' largest capital projects, the Indianapolis International Airport's new terminal and Lucas Oil Stadium, were completed.

2009: Amanda Film

In 2009, the motion picture Amanda was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2009: Indianapolis Tennis Championships

Indianapolis hosted the Indianapolis Tennis Championships until 2009.

2009: Microbreweries Growth

Since 2009, the number of microbreweries in Indianapolis has increased fivefold.

2010: Median Age

In 2010, the median age for Indianapolis was 33.7 years.

2010: Race Demographics

In the 2010 census, 97.2% of the Indianapolis population was reported as one race: 61.8% White, 27.5% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, and 5.5% as other. The Hispanic or Latino community comprised 9.4% of the city's population.

2010: Household Statistics

The 2010 census reported 332,199 households in Indianapolis, with an average household size of 2.42 and an average family size of 3.08. 59.3% were family households.

2011: Annual criminal homicide numbers started growing each year

From 2011, annual criminal homicide numbers had grown each year, reaching record highs from 2015 to 2018.

2011: General Motors Operations

General Motors operated in Indianapolis from 1930–2011.

2011: American Community Survey Results

The U.S. Census Bureau's 2007-2011 American Community Survey indicated the median household income for Indianapolis city was $42,704, and the median family income was $53,161. 18.9% of the city's total population lived below the poverty line.

2012: The Fault in Our Stars Publication

In 2012, John Green, a young adult fiction writer residing in Indianapolis, published his critically acclaimed novel, The Fault in Our Stars, which is set in the city.

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2012: St. Elmo Receives America's Classics Award

In 2012, St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis was recognized with the America's Classics award by the James Beard Foundation.

2012: Tunnel system construction

In 2012, construction began on a $2 billion tunnel system designed to reduce sewage overflows into the city's waterways.

2012: Fever Win Championship Title

In 2012, the Indiana Fever, led by Lin Dunn and Tamika Catchings, won their first championship title.

2012: Super Bowl XLVI

Indianapolis hosted Super Bowl XLVI in 2012.

2014: Indianapolis policy preferences researched

In 2014, research published in the American Political Science Review indicated that Indianapolis's policy preferences are less conservative than the national mean when compared with other large U.S. cities.

2015: Indianapolis households lacking a car

In 2015, 10.5 percent of Indianapolis households lacked a car.

2015: Brookings characterizes Indianapolis as a minor-emerging immigrant gateway

In 2015, Brookings characterized the Indianapolis metropolitan area as a minor-emerging immigrant gateway. The foreign-born population was 126,767, comprising 6.4% of the total population.

2015: IPS began contracting with charter organizations

In 2015, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) began contracting with charter organizations to operate failing schools.

2015: Most Murder Investigations

In 2015, Indianapolis surpassed 1998 as the year with the most murder investigations, with 144 criminal homicides.

2015: Establishment of the Indianapolis Indiana Temple and First Church of Cannabis

In 2015, the Indianapolis Indiana Temple, located in Carmel, and the First Church of Cannabis were established. The First Church of Cannabis was established in response to Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

2015: Walter Film

In 2015, the motion picture Walter was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2016: Transportation Survey

According to the 2016 American Community Survey, 83.7% of working residents commuted by driving alone, 8.4% carpooled, 1.5% used public transportation, and 1.8% walked.

2016: Film Indy Established

Film Indy was established in 2016 to support local visual artists and filmmakers, recruit film and television-related marketing opportunities, and provide resources for producers interested in filming in the city.

2016: Carrier Corporation Plant Closure Announcement

In 2016, Carrier Corporation announced the closure of its Indianapolis plant, moving 1,400 manufacturing jobs to Mexico. Carrier later negotiated to save some jobs and maintains a local workforce of 800 in gas furnace production.

2016: Indianapolis named "most underrated food city"

In 2016, Condé Nast Traveler named Indianapolis the "most underrated food city in the U.S.", and Milktooth was ranked as one of the best restaurants in the world.

2016: Bioblitz along riparian corridors

In 2016, a bioblitz conducted along three of Indianapolis's riparian corridors identified 590 taxa of wildlife.

2016: Area code 463 added

In 2016, area code 463 was added as an overlay code for the Indianapolis area, making ten-digit dialing mandatory.

2016: Religious Affiliation

In 2016, the Public Religion Research Institute identified the largest groupings of Protestantism by faith tradition in Indianapolis: 23% Evangelical Protestant, 20% Mainline Protestant, and 11% Black Protestant, respectively. The Catholic Church was the largest single denomination at 15%.

2016: NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Final Four

Indianapolis hosted the NCAA Division I women's basketball Final Four in 2016.

2016: Joe Hogsett administration begins

Since 2016, the administration of Joe Hogsett has focused on addressing a rise in gun violence and the city's racial disparities.

2017: North Meridian Street Historic District Income

In 2017, the North Meridian Street Historic District was among the most affluent urban neighborhoods in the U.S., with a mean household income of $102,599.

2018: Most violent year

In 2018, Indianapolis recorded 159 criminal homicides, making it the most violent year on record in the city.

2018: Electric scooter-sharing systems launched

In 2018, electric scooter-sharing systems, including Bird, Lime, and Veo, were launched in Indianapolis.

2018: Indy Shorts International Film Festival Founded

In 2018, the Indy Shorts International Film Festival was founded. It is one of 34 film festivals in the world used to qualify for the Academy Awards.

2019: Indianapolis mayoral election and City-County Council elections

In 2019, Democrat Joe Hogsett was re-elected as mayor, defeating Republican Jim Merritt. The City-County Council elections resulted in expanded Democratic control.

2019: IndyGo ridership

In 2019, IndyGo had pre-COVID-19 pandemic ridership of 9.2 million.

2019: NUVO became digital-only

In 2019, NUVO, an alternative weekly newspaper, became digital-only.

2019: The MisEducation of Bindu Film

In 2019, the motion picture The MisEducation of Bindu was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2019: Annual criminal homicide numbers had grown each year since 2011

Until 2019, annual criminal homicide numbers had grown each year since 2011, reaching record highs from 2015 to 2018.

2020: Indianapolis Population

At the 2020 census, Indianapolis had a population of 887,642 and a population density of 2,455 people per square mile.

2020: IndyGo passenger trips

In 2020, IndyGo's fleet of 212 buses provided about 4.8 million passenger trips.

2020: Community Farms and Gardens in Indianapolis

In 2020, according to the city's Office of Sustainability, Indianapolis had 129 community farms and gardens, reflecting a resurgence of urban agriculture.

2020: George Floyd protests

In 2020, the George Floyd protests in Indiana prompted local police reforms and efforts to bolster social services.

2020: IMPD personnel count

In 2020, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) had 1,700 sworn police personnel and 250 civilian employees.

2020: Metropolitan Area Population

In 2020, the Indianapolis metropolitan area's population was 2,111,040.

2020: Logistics Establishments

In 2020, the Indianapolis region was home to some 4,300 logistics establishments employing nearly 110,000 people.

2020: LGBT Population Estimate

In 2020, the Williams Institute estimated that the Indianapolis metropolitan area had a 4.6% LGBT adult population, totaling about 68,000 people.

2020: 2020 census

In 2020, the census recorded Indianapolis' population as 887,642, making it the 16th-most populous city in the U.S. and the third-most populous in the Midwest, after Chicago and Columbus, Ohio.

2020: Athlete A Film

In 2020, the motion picture Athlete A was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2020: Presidential election in Marion County

In the 2020 United States presidential election, Marion County voters selected Joe Biden over Donald Trump by a margin of 63.3–34.3%.

2020: Indianapolis in 2020 census

In the 2020 census, Indianapolis was among the 20 largest cities in the U.S. by both population and land area, but ranked 222nd in population density.

2020: Ganggang Supports Black Artists

Since 2020, Ganggang has been a prominent supporter of Black artists in the city. Their annual art fair "BUTTER" is a multi-day art exhibition.

2020: Racial Composition Change

Sometime between 2020 and 2023, Marion County became majority non-white.

2021: Ringling Brothers Parade Film Added to National Film Registry

In 2021, Ringling Brothers Parade Film was added to the National Film Registry.

2021: Food Hall Openings

In 2021, The AMP and The Garage food halls opened in Indianapolis, adding to the city's evolving food scene.

2021: Mass shooting at FedEx facility

In 2021, a mass shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis resulted in nine deaths and seven injuries.

2021: Public Art Count

In 2021, there were more than 3,000 recorded works of public art in Indianapolis, with more than one-third concentrated in the downtown area.

2021: NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Final Four

Indianapolis hosted the NCAA Division I men's basketball Final Four in 2021.

2022: Community Justice Campus opens

In 2022, the Community Justice Campus opened, housing various law enforcement and judicial facilities.

2022: Estimated Population

In 2022, the estimated population of Indianapolis was 880,621.

2022: Our Father Film

In 2022, the motion picture Our Father was partially filmed in Indianapolis.

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2022: College Football Playoff National Championship

Indianapolis hosted the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2022.

2023: Gross Domestic Product

In 2023, Indianapolis anchored the 28th largest metropolitan economy in the U.S., with a gross domestic product of US$199.2 billion.

2023: Popular Attraction

In 2023, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis was a popular attraction, drawing approximately 1.2 million visitors.

2023: Homeless Population Count

In 2023, a Point-In-Time Count identified 1,619 homeless individuals in Indianapolis, with about 78% sheltered and 22% unsheltered.

2023: Airport passengers served

In 2023, the Indianapolis International Airport served 9.7 million passengers.

2023: Indianapolis Zoo Visitors

In 2023, the Indianapolis Zoo attracted 1.1 million guests, making it one of the city's most visited attractions.

2023: Marion County Becomes Majority Non-White

Sometime between 2020 and 2023, Marion County became majority non-white.

February 2024: Unemployment Rate

In February 2024, the unemployment rate in the Indianapolis metropolitan area was 3.7%.

2024: Dissolution of IUPUI

In 2024, Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) was dissolved. It was jointly operated by Indiana University Indianapolis and Purdue University in Indianapolis.

2024: NBA All-Star Game

Indianapolis hosted the NBA All-Star Game in 2024.

2025: Noblesville Boom to Play at The Arena at Innovation Mile

In 2025, the Noblesville Boom of the NBA G League will begin playing at The Arena at Innovation Mile.

2027: New academic medical center slated to open

IU Health is consolidating and replacing Methodist and University hospitals with a new $4.3 billion academic medical center which is slated to open in 2027.