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Overview
The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center is home to the Indiana Historical Society. Located in the heart of downtown on the beautiful canal, the History Center offers guests hours of immersive experiences to explore the Hoosier state’s rich and varied history in easy, enjoyable and meaningful ways. There’s always something happening at the Indiana Historical Society! Plan your visit.
Details
- Banquet Capacity 685
Amenities
- American Express
- Discover
- Mastercard
- Visa
Map
Hours
Indiana Experience and William H. Smith Memorial Library: Open Tues.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm<br />Basile History Market: Open Mon.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm<br />Stardust Terrace Cafe: Open Mon.-Sat., 10 am-4 pm<br />The center is closed Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Presidents Day, Easter Monday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day.
Meeting Spaces
Atrium
- Area: 10,154 square feet
- Height: 50 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| BanquetRounds | 350 |
| Reception | 900 |
Dining
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| BanquetRounds | 200 |
Galleries
- Area: 11,760 square feet
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| BanquetRounds | 150 |
| Reception | 300 |
The Manor
- Area: 1,580 square feet
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| BanquetRounds | 100 |
| Theater | 100 |
| Reception | 150 |
Welcome Center
- Area: 15,787 square feet
- Height: 50 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| BanquetRounds | 350 |
| Reception | 800 |
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