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The Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District contains two museums, three parks, and 24 acres of monuments, statues, sculptures, and fountains in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, making the state's capital second only to Washington D.C. in acreage and number of monuments dedicated to veterans. It is also home to the national and state headquarters of the American Legion. The War Memorial Commission operates these facilities in pursuit of its primary mission: to commemorate the valor and sacrifice of the United States Armed Forces and especially to honor Hoosier veterans and Indiana's role in the nation's conflicts.
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Latest/Featured News
- January 14 - March 4, 2012: "The Test", an exhibit on the Tuskegee Airmen including a documentary film, is on display at the Indiana War Memorial Museum. Click here for more information.
- November 2011: Renovation of Victory statue at Soldiers & Sailors Monument complete. Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum, Observation Level and Gift Shop reopened. Click here for more information.
- September 11, 2011: A piece of steel from the World Trade Center is added to IWM's 9/11 display, courtesy of the Port Authority of NY and NJ. Click here for more information..
