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James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home, Indianapolis, IN

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James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Preserved 1872 Victorian home of the poet James Whitcomb Riley, offered through guided tours.

528 Lockerbie Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202 · Indianapolis, IN

About James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

This historic house in Indianapolis's Lockerbie Square neighborhood honors the poet James Whitcomb Riley, known as the Hoosier Poet. Visitors join guided tours by reservation to see the home's original furnishings and the life of its residents. The house is a National Historic Landmark, recognized in 1962 for its link to Riley. The building also hosts private events and meetings, and it sits within walking distance of the Mass Ave. district.

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