Unique community spaces where the public gather are the hallmark of a great city.
Over the past several months I’ve been cataloging Downtown Indy’s public spaces. These are the community gathering places that make our city center such a great place to live, work and visit. In these open urban areas we meet neighbors, family and friends. We walk our dogs, meet up with colleagues, watch our children play and share unique experiences together. Here are seven public spaces around Downtown Indianapolis. See the full list and map here.
1. American Legion Mall
Circle City IN Pride Festival (pictured) is one of many cultural festivals held in American Legion Mall.
2. City Market Plazas
Bring your lunch or grab a bite from a City Market restaurant and enjoy the outdoor public plazas.
3. Downtown Canal Walk
The Downtown Canal Walk’s three-mile loop is a popular spot for fitness enthusiasts and serenity-seekers.
4. Georgia Street
Food Truck Fridays is one of many events activating Georgia Street in the summer months.
5. Indianapolis Cultural Trail
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene & Marilyn Glick is a world-class urban trail.
6. Military Park
Military Park is a 14-acre greenspace in Downtown Indianapolis and is home to many cultural events including Irish Fest (pictured) in the fall.
7. Monument Circle
Monument Circle is the true heart of the Circle City and a favorite public space among Hoosiers!
Keep exploring. For a complete list of public spaces in Downtown Indy, browse our new Public Spaces Map on DowntownIndy.org.
Which one is your favorite? Which public space should we consider adding to the list?
