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HISTORICAL PLACES OF INTEREST
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Anderson Historic District | |
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Gruenewald House, 626 Main Street, Anderson, IN. French Second Empire townhouse of this German Inn Keeper. Decorated in 19th Century Victorian. Open April thru Mid-December. Tues-Fri 10am-3pm, Adm. Chg. Guided Tours for 10 or more by appt. (765) 648-6875 | |
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Corner of Madison Avenue & Pendleton Avenue , Anderson, IN. This statue stands in tribute to an outstanding leader in the Civil Rights Movement. With land donated by local businessman, Mr. Will Carter, and tireless efforts of many community leaders, clergy and other citizens, the vision of this monument to Dr. King became reality in 1988. | |
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Mounds State Park 4306 Mounds Road, Anderson, IN. Beautiful park has some of the best preserved mounds in the state built by the prehistoric Adena & Hopewell people. Open Mon-Sun 7am-11pm. Chg. per vehicle. For info: (765) 642-6627 Historic 8th Street Walking Tour of 11 blocks or Drive tour. Beautiful homes built from 1870-1920. Over 100 Newport style gaslights adorn the street. A special delight at Christmas time. | |
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Paramount Theatre & Ballroom 1124 Meridian Plaza - A beautifully restored 1929 John Eberson "atmospheric" theatre with the decor of a Spanish/Moorish Courtyard. The elegant 6,000 square foot ballroom & theatre are breathtaking. Guided group tours of 10 or more (Adm. Chg.) (765) 642-1234 or 1-800- 523-4658. Office Hours Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm email: [email protected] | |
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