Here Are The Oldest Photos Ever Taken In Indianapolis And They’re Incredible
Since the invention of the camera, Indianapolis residents have been taking beautiful photos of the city’s architecture, wildlife, and historic events. We’ve tracked down some of the oldest known photographs of Indy. Take a look at them below.

One of the biggest pharmaceutical companies started, and remains, in Indianapolis.

A heavily traveled bridge in Corydon, Indiana.
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Monument Circle was as awe-inspiring a hundred years ago as it is today.
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Downtown Indy has changed a lot over the past century!

A group of hard-working furniture factory employees on break.

These employees were hard at work late into the night.

A young teenager was said to have shined shoes at this parlor until 11 P.M. on many nights.

A very young newsboy working early on a weekday morning.
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A lovely home in early 20th century Indianapolis.

The popular car race has been an important part of Indianapolis for over 100 years!

Built in 1857, the Christ Church Cathedral remains an iconic part of the city.
It’s wonderful to see the early days of this city. If you have any cool historic photos of Indianapolis, let us know and share them in the comments below!
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