Indianapolis is a beautiful city, with plenty of wonderful things to do, see, and experience. Perhaps, logically then, it only makes sense that its suburbs are wondrous too, and this is true for the most part. Indy’s suburbs are delightful, and depending on which ones you visit, you could have multiple different adventures in multiple different neighborhoods. I’d like to take a moment to look a little closer at what might be the single most historic neighborhood in Indiana: Lockerbie Square.

What's so special about Lockerbie Square? Lots of things.
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For one, it's the oldest still-existing neighborhood in Indiana, having been platted in 1847 and 1850.
The structures here - including homes, businesses, and other places - were all mostly built between 1855 and 1930.
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In the 1960s, neighborhood revitalization went underway to restore Lockerbie Square to its original glory - a project that went very well.
Today, it's a gorgeous little respite from the hustle and bustle of city life you'll find in Indy.
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The streets are shaded by lots of old, mature trees, and there's always something going on. I strongly recommend downloading the pamphlet for the self-guided walking tour from the Lockerbie Neighborhood website.

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You'll come across numerous historic homes and buildings along the way, most notably the home of famed author James Whitcomb Riley.
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Riley called Lockerbie Square home for more than 20 years, and his writing about this beautiful little place inspired many to visit.
Lockerbie Square is close to all the best parts of Indy.
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It's just south of the famed Mass Ave, which is filled to the brim with shops, galleries, and restaurants, and it's just north of the Cole-Noble District. With so many wonderful things nearby, you'll never run out of things to do.
Notable buildings around Lockerbie Square include the James Ray-Buscher House (built in 1835), the Reading-Kindell Cottage (built in 1856), and the Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus, built in 1893).
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Truly, this little neighborhood is a gem nestled in time, perfect for the average history lover to kill an entire afternoon - or longer - within.

For more information about Lockerbie Square, or to learn more about its fascinating and lengthy history, check out the official Lockerbie Neighborhood website. There, you can also download the map and guide for the self-guided walking tour – it’s a blast, and you should totally do it. Need a place to stay while you’re in town? Our friends at Booking.com have got you covered!

What are your favorite neighborhoods in Indiana? Let me know!

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Lockerbie Square Historic District, 342-332 N Park Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA