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Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum - Soldiers & Sailors Monument

Indianapolis, IN (Downtown Indianapolis)
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Ranked #12 of 70 attractions in Indianapolis
Type: Monuments/ Statues
Description: A monument built in 1902 as a tribute to the Indiana soldiers who served in the Civil War.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We stopped to see the monument, but it was a weekday. Monument was only open on weekends, Fri, Sat, Sun. Beautiful monument to see, statues are first class. Different subjects from all angles. This type of statue could not be created today. Would have liked to climb to the top, but not open.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW via mobile

Located in the center circle area, great focal point and beautifully created. Take some time and walk around and take in the sights.

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See 11 more reviews by Scott E for Indianapolis
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW via mobile

Wasn't expecting such a large civil war monument in Indy.Until I visited I didn't real how much war history was in Indianapolis. This was a great monument with a nice museum underneath it.Its a heck of a hike to the top if you decide to not take the elevator for a small donation, and if you don't like small or... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

This monument is something I would have expected to see in one of the more high profile capitols of the world. It is spectacular to see. Unfortunately the Civil War museum was not open when we were there nor was the viewing area.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013 via mobile

We happened on this monument by accident and we returned three more times just to soak in all the architecture involved. Beautiful monument in the centre circle.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

This is THE CIRCLE in the very heart of Indy. This is the middle of all of the action. There is always something going on at the Circle.. Indy has a very walkable downtown. People are so used to seeing the monument that they forget that there is a nice museum inside it. It is dedicated to the Civil War.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

What an awe-inspiring monument. I loved the location and the sculptures were outstanding. A definite must see in downtown Indianapolis.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

It's a great stop on a sunny day when you're staying downtown. Easy walk from most downtown hotels. The museum is interesting and well laid out. The view is spectacular of all Indy including the capitol, stadium and World War Memorial. It's also very good exercise though the steps get narrow. Free to climb to the top...or take the elevator... More

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Kaysville, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

This monument is one of the more impressive structures I have visited. Right in the heart of downtown, with the surrounding buildings build with a curved facade to match the circle monument. Worth the trip to the top as well - I always return to this place every visit!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2013

It's free to go to the top and get a great view of the cIty. If you choose to take the elevator it costs $2/person. The memorial is about as tall as the statue of liberty and the surrounding area is very nice. It has a gift shop.

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