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Overview
The monument is located on Monument Circle in the center of downtown and has come to symbolize the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana.
Designed by Bruno Schmitz and constructed between 1887 and 1902, this limestone monument includes sculptures by Rudolf Schwartz (who created the figures on the structure's sides), George Brewster (who created the figure of Victory that caps the monument, as well as two astragals) and Nicolaus Geiger (who created the Army astragal).
A statue of Civil War-era governor Oliver P. Morton, created by Franklin Simmons, preceded the monument and was incorporated into its construction. John H. Mahoney then created three other similarly scaled figures (General George Rogers Clark, Governor William Henry Harrison and Governor James Whitcomb), to reflect Indiana's participation in earlier conflicts.
Observation level is 330 steps up or take the elevator to step 290.
Beginning November 9, 2019, visit the Solders & Sailors Monument for Shining a Light, a seasonally-themed light show and nightly signature salute. The show begins at dusk 365 days a year and is synchronized with an Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra original score that pays tribute to the iconic monument.
Nov 27 to Jan 16, 2027
Downtown
Downtown Indy Inc.'s Circle of Lights® presented by IBEW 481 is Indy's most time-honored holiday tradition..Parking:Attendees can pay to park downtown…
Nov 27
Downtown
Kick-off the holiday season with Indy’s most honored holiday tradition–the Downtown Indy, Inc. Circle of Lights® presented by IBEW 481. The…
Apr 29, 2027
Downtown
The 500 Festival Kickoff to May, presented by STAR Bank, literally kicks off the greatest month in Indiana and starts the…
May 15, 2027
Downtown
Indy’s Largest Free Outdoor Festival For Kids!In the heart of May, – the JPMorganChase 500 Festival Kids’ Day welcomes kids and…
May 15, 2027
Downtown
Indiana’s youngest runners are hitting the street during the 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. This non-competitive…
