Posted in: Mailbag HI Mailbag: Early Religious Congregations in Indianapolis

Reader’s Question: Which is the oldest congregation in Indianapolis, where was the first church located, and what is the oldest church structure still in use? ~ Erin F., Indianapolis HI’s Answer:  A number of groups are...

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Posted in: Building Language Building Language: Steeple

Steeple. The architectural term steeple refers to the entire tower and spire as found on religious architecture. The steeple will rise above the roofline of the building and can vary in height. The tower is...

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Posted in: Building Language Building Language: Gothic Revival

Gothic Revival. Let’s travel a little farther back in time to discuss the wonderful architectural style of the Gothic Revival. This architectural style was common in the middle decades of the 19th century, featured on...

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Posted in: Then & Now Indianapolis Then and Now: Christ Church Cathedral, 125 Monument Circle

Perhaps because June makes my mouth water for strawberry shortcake from the Christ Church Strawberry Festival, I’m focusing this week on Christ Church Cathedral. Tiffany recently wrote about the lesser known facts about Christ Church,...

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Posted in: Historic Miscellania Christ Church Cathedral – Lesser Known Facts

It’s the oldest structure on the Circle, everyone knows that. Right? So let’s look at some other highlights you may not know: There used to be four churches on the Circle: Christ Church Episcopal, First...

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Posted in: A Room with a View Room With a View: Christ Church Cathedral Basement

  If you haven’t yet heard, we were at one of the city favorite’s Christ Church Cathedral on the Circle last week, filming our next “Seldom Seen Spaces” video. Stay tuned–coming in the next couple...

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