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Athenaeum Theatre
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Athenaeum Theatre
401 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 | view on map
317-630-4569
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www.athenaeumfoundation.com

The historic Athenaeum is a 114-year-old German American Community Center--a significant architectural (German Romanesque - 1894, German Renaissance Revival - 1898) landmark listed three times on the National Register of Historic Places. Rich in Indianapolis German American heritage, culture, education, decorative arts and sports. Home to the Rathskeller Restaurant, YMCA at the Athenaeum and a number of German American related organizations. Heritage events include Oktoberfest, St. Martin's Children's Lantern Fest, St. Nikolaus Fest, Cologne-style Karneval, St. Benno Fest and 4th of July Celebration.


Upcoming Events

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07/22/2010 to 08/07/2010

Chilling Chatham Arch-Lockerbie Ghost Walk
08/28/2010

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Hotels
  1. Nestle Inn Bed & BreakfastNestle Inn Bed & BreakfastAn 1896 Victorian house turned into an eclectic five-room inn, each room...more
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  2. Hilton Garden Inn DowntownHilton Garden Inn DowntownThe 180-room Hilton Garden Inn Downtown overlooks Monument Circle, in the precise...more
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  3. Columbia ClubColumbia ClubSince 1924, this distinguished, 97-room private club has faced Monument Circle in...more
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  4. La Quinta Inn & Suites DowntownLa Quinta Inn & Suites DowntownThe La Quinta Inn & Suites Downtown, located just six blocks from...more
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  5. Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre HotelSheraton Indianapolis City Centre HotelLocated on Monument Circle, this 374-room hotel in the heart of the...more
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  6. Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & SuitesHilton Indianapolis Hotel & SuitesThis luxury hotel's 332 rooms include 177 of the largest suites in...more
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  7. Conrad IndianapolisConrad IndianapolisIn 2009, the Conrad Indianapolis was rated as the best hotel in...more
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  8. Embassy Suites Hotel DowntownEmbassy Suites Hotel DowntownOur all suite hotel near Indianapolis Motor Speedway includes newly renovated and...more
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  9. Hampton Inn DowntownHampton Inn DowntownLocated directly across Meridian Street from the Circle Centre mall, the Hampton...more
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  10. DeWolf-Allerdice HouseDeWolf-Allerdice HouseAn 1870 Italianate house where guests discover an inviting blend of the...more
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  11. Courtyard by Marriott at the CapitolCourtyard by Marriott at the CapitolA 124-room hotel offering a wide variety of amenities including handicapped facilities,...more
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  12. Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown on the CanalResidence Inn by Marriott Downtown on the CanalA 134-suite hotel that's more like a home. With several spacious suite...more
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Restaurants
  1. Rathskeller RestaurantRathskeller RestaurantHoused in a historic, architecturally-notable German cultural center, the Rathskeller (Indianapolis? oldest...more
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  2. MacNiven's Restaurant & BarMacNiven's Restaurant & BarScotch eggs, Scotch whisky, Scotch ale! Offering Scottish and American fare, this...more
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  3. BazbeauxBazbeauxEnjoy innovative pizzas, salads and sandwiches made with the freshest ingredients, homemade...more
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  4. Saffron CafeSaffron CafeIndianapolis' only Moroccan restaurant is now open serving an authentic menu built from...more
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  5. Scholars Inn Restaurant & LoungeScholars Inn Restaurant & Loungemore
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  6. Elbow Room Pub & Park View Banquet RoomElbow Room Pub & Park View Banquet RoomThe locally owned Elbow Room Pub has been providing great food, service...more
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  7. Mesh on MassMesh on MassMesh on Mass is set to open in late summer of 2010. This...more
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  8. India Garden RestaurantIndia Garden RestaurantVoted the best Indian cuisine in 2006 by Indianapolis Monthly and Nuvo...more
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  9. BARcelona Tapas RestaurantBARcelona Tapas RestaurantServing a variety of gourmet food in appetizer-sized portions perfect for sharing,...more
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  10. Great American Grill at Hilton Garden Inn DowntownGreat American Grill at Hilton Garden Inn DowntownEnjoy freshly prepared American favorites in a relaxed setting in this casual...more
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  11. Le Peep RestaurantLe Peep RestaurantLe Peep Restaurants, voted Indy's Best Breakfast since 1988, specializes in the...more
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  12. Dick's Bodacious Bar-B-Q (Downtown)Dick's Bodacious Bar-B-Q (Downtown)What, exactly, does the word "bodacious" mean? There's only one way to...more
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Attractions
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  3. Massachusetts Avenue Merchants AssociationMassachusetts Avenue Merchants AssociationThe Massachusetts Avenue Merchants Association invites you to explore Mass Ave, downtown...more
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  4. Brick Head 3Brick Head 3Made of 550 individually-cut ceramic bricks, this 2004 artwork by artist James...more
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  5. St. Mary Catholic ChurchSt. Mary Catholic ChurchSaint Mary Catholic Church is located in downtown Indianapolis. Our parish is...more
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  6. Ann DancingAnn DancingThis perpetually-moving electronic artwork, installed on Massachusetts Avenue in 2008, was created...more
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  7. Zion Evangelical United Church of ChristZion Evangelical United Church of ChristZion Evangelical United Church of Christ is a worshipping Christian community located...more
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  8. Lockerbie SquareLockerbie SquareThe oldest surviving neighborhood in Indianapolis, Lockerbie Square features an eclectic mix...more
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  9. James Whitcomb Riley Museum HomeJames Whitcomb Riley Museum HomeVisit the historic Lockerbie Square home where Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley...more
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  10. Broadway Across America - IndianapolisBroadway Across America - IndianapolisBroadway Across America - Indianapolis presents first-rate national touring Broadway shows at...more
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  11. Mass Ave Arts DistrictMass Ave Arts DistrictKnown affectionately as ?Mass Ave,? this five-block area is ripe with theatres,...more
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  12. Roberts Park United Methodist ChurchRoberts Park United Methodist ChurchA home in the heart of the city for all who seek...more
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