Indianapolis has a large number of colleges and universities and a wide variety of cultural institutions. Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (founded in 1969), includes the Indiana University Medical School. Among the city's private colleges are Butler University (1855), University of Indianapolis (1902), Marian College (1851), Martin University (1977), and Christian Theological Seminary (1925). Another publicly supported institution is Ivy Tech State College (1963), formerly Indiana Vocational Technical College.
Prominent among the cultural institutions in the city is The Children's Museum, the world's oldest and largest such institution, with exhibits ranging from world cultures to natural sciences. The Indianapolis Museum of Art has major collections in African, Asian, and European art in several specialized pavilions set amid expansive gardens. The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian and Western Art displays the paintings and artifacts collected by Indianapolis businessman Harrison Eiteljorg. Of historical interest are the restored home of Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd United States president; the Indiana State Museum, located in the old City Hall; and a wide variety of specialty museums ranging from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum to the Indiana Medical History Museum. Artistic groups supported by the city are the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Opera, Indianapolis Ballet Theatre, Indianapolis Repertory Company, and numerous other professional and community theaters.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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