WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS
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Indianapolis is the capital and largest city of Indiana, known as the "Crossroads of America" for its central location and extensive interstate access. As the 14th largest U.S. city, it is a major hub for motorsports — home to the Indy 500 — professional sports, and cultural attractions like the world's largest children's museum.
Things To Do Within Walking Distance of the Precision Farming Dealer Summit
Enjoy nearby attractions like major sports venues, waterfront paths, cultural institutions, and entertainment centers, all within a short, convenient walk near the Indianapolis Downtown Marriott.
NCAA Hall of Champions
An interactive museum dedicated to college sports. Opened in 2000 as part of the NCAA National Office complex, it celebrates student-athlete achievements across all three NCAA divisions. The museum features exhibits, memorabilia and virtual challenges that showcase championship sports, the rigor of collegiate competition, and the values of sportsmanship and excellence.
White River State Park
A premier urban green space in Indianapolis, offering 250 acres of cultural, educational, and recreational attractions. Located downtown, it is home to the Indianapolis Zoo, the Eiteljorg Museum, the Indiana State Museum and Victory Field. The park features beautiful lawns, a canal walk, and venues for concerts and events, connecting nature and city life.
Indiana Historical Society
A non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, preserving and sharing Indiana's diverse history. Through its vast collection of artifacts, manuscripts, and photographs, the IHS offers engaging programs, exhibitions, and publications to connect people to the stories that shape the Hoosier state's past, present, and future.
Soldiers & Sailors Monument
A prominent landmark in Indianapolis, this monument stands 284 feet high at the center of Monument Circle. Dedicated in 1902, it honors Hoosier veterans of the Revolutionary War through the Spanish-American War. The intricate stonework features sculptures and fountains, symbolizing Hoosier sacrifices and patriotic ideals.
Lucas Oil Stadium
A state-of-the-art multi-purpose venue, Lucas Oil Stadium is home to the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. It features a retractable roof and a retractable window offering skyline views. It hosts major events, including the Big Ten Football Championship and the NCAA Men's Final Four, renowned for its modern design and excellent fan experience.
Fun Places to Visit in and around Indianapolis
Indianapolis and its surrounding areas are a historical and cultural center, recognized for their energetic community and significant state importance. These areas in and around downtown Indianapolis boast a thriving arts scene, deep-seated passion for athletics, and a varied food landscape that extends well beyond its core.
Indianapolis Fire Fighters Museum
The Indianapolis Fire Fighters Museum preserves the history of firefighting in the city, showcasing artifacts like antique fire apparatus, uniforms, and equipment dating back to the 1870s. Housed in the historic former Station No. 2, it offers engaging exhibits detailing the bravery and evolution of the Indianapolis Fire Department.
Indianapolis Zoo
The Indianapolis Zoo, a 64-acre facility, is home to nearly 1,400 animals across 230 species. It's renowned for its conservation efforts and being the first institution to be triple-accredited as a zoo, aquarium and botanical garden. Visitors enjoy diverse biomes like the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center and the Dolphin Pavilion.
Indianapolis Children's Museum
The world's largest children's museum, the Indianapolis Children's Museum offers five floors of interactive learning and exploration. Discover colossal dinosaurs, dive into global cultures, explore space travel and ignite curiosity through dynamic exhibits and programs designed for families and visitors of all ages.
Indianapolis Museum of Art
The Indianapolis Museum of Art is a comprehensive art institution featuring a vast collection spanning global history, from African artifacts to Neo-Impressionist masterpieces. The campus also includes 100 acres of gardens and grounds, offering a unique blend of art, nature and historic architecture for public enjoyment.
Conner Prairie
An interactive history park near Indianapolis offering immersive experiences across 200 wooded acres. Visitors explore 19th-century life, engage with costumed interpreters in Prairietown and Lenape Indian Camp, ride a tethered balloon and enjoy family-friendly activities designed to connect the past with the present in an engaging, educational way.
Eat Well & Be Merry
Every memorable trip begins and ends with a great meal. Indy was named the most ‘Underrated Food City in America’ by Condé Nast Traveler, and for good reason. Indy’s diverse culinary scene is booming, from tried-and-true eateries to some newcomer favorites.
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St. Elmo Steak House
St. Elmo Steak House is Indy’s award-winning classic style restaurant that proves great service and classic cooking methods make for a timeless menu worth visiting again and again.
Known For: World Famous Shrimp Cocktail with spicy, signature cocktail sauce, traditional steak cuts or chicken and seafood paired with potatoes or classic sides.
Mama Carolla's Old Italian Restaurant
Set in a charming former monastery, Mama Carolla’s serves classic Italian comfort dishes in a warm, romantic setting.
Known For: Traditional Italian favorites like pasta, veal, and house-made sauces.
Ale Emporium
Ale Emporium is a longtime local favorite known for its bold flavors, extensive beer selection, and famously spicy wings.
Known For: Hermanaki wings, pub food classics, and generous portions.
Shapiro's Delicatessen
Shapiro’s Delicatessen is a legendary Indy institution serving classic Jewish deli fare made from scratch for over a century.
Known For: Pastrami, corned beef, matzo ball soup, and freshly baked desserts.
Bazbeaux
Since 1986, Bazbeaux has served dozens of signature pizzas with traditional and exotic toppings on handcrafted crusts alongside salads and sandwiches.
Known For: The Pizza All Quatrro Formaggio is their signature pie and features rich dollops of ricotta cheese, as well as cheddar, mozzarella, bacon, and mushroom. Their house-made creamy basil dressing is a must for any salad.
Race Into Indy
Widely known as the "Racing Capital of the World," Indianapolis is home to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway and hosts the prestigious Indy 500. This Memorial Day Weekend tradition is the largest single-day sporting event in the world and is known as the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
At over 110-years-old, Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the oldest continually operating racetrack in the United States and is known as The Greatest Race Course in the World. With more than 250,000 permanent seats, it is the world’s largest sports seating facility and hosts the largest single-day sporting event in the world, the Indianapolis 500.
Since its opening, the Speedway has been a proving ground for automobiles and an important factor in the development of the present-day automobile. The Speedway has been the scene of more than 100 Indianapolis 500 Mile Races, the Sonsio Grand Prix, the NASCAR Cup Series’ Brickyard 400, Formula One, MotoGP, sports car racing, dirt track racing and more, playing host to many of the greatest champions, pioneers and innovators in auto racing, motorcycle and aviation competition history.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
With exciting, engaging and educational exhibits, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum celebrates and preserves the history behind the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis 500. Open 363 days a year, it's May every day at the Museum.
- Home to one of the world’s most impressive collections of racing, antique, and classic cars.
- Featuring over 30 iconic Indianapolis 500 winners, the museum celebrates more than a century of heart-pounding motor racing.
Speedway Indoor Karting
Located just outside of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, visit Speedway Indoor Karting to fulfill your need for speed! Featuring two separate tracks — the first is a European-style, multi-level road course sure to provide a challenge for any skill level and the second is an oval slick track which guarantees an adrenaline rush.
Speedway Indoor Karting is proud to offer various kart styles to allow a vast group of people to participate. We feature adult karts, junior karts, a Big Foot kart, hand control kart and a two-seater that is driven by a member of our qualified staff.
Questions about the Precision Farming Dealer Summit?
For general conference inquiries contact Precision Farming Dealer:
Call/Text at 262-777-2401
Or Call Toll Free (866) 839-8455
Fax at (262) 786-5564
Email at info@precisionfarmingdealer.com
To learn about sponsorship opportunities contact Luke Weigel
at (262) 777-2424 or lweigel@lessitermedia.com
To learn about group attendance discounts contact Luke Weigel
at (262) 777-2424 or lweigel@lessitermedia.com
Mail to
P.O. Box 624
Brookfield, WI 53008-0624
