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Located on the campus of Indiana University Indianapolis, the IU Natatorium is one of the marquee swimming and diving venues in the world. The Nat has hosted countless nationally recognized events and is also home to the annual IHSAA boys and girls swimming championships, along with housing various swimming clubs from across the Midwest.
Indiana University Natatorium is a swimming complex on the campus of Indiana University Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. When the university was part of Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, the Natatorium also served as the home of the School of Health & Human Sciences, including physical education, tourism management, pre-physical and pre-occupational therapy, with its offices on the second level and the Polaris Fitness Center on the first level. The Human Performance Lab is housed in the Natatorium's basement.
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IU Indy Campus. Play tennis on one of 24 indoor and outdoor courts. Private lessons available. This is where they host the RCA Championships every year.
Indy's professional representative in the world's game plays in the second-level USL Championship. The Eleven have now returned to Michael Carroll Stadium on the IU Indy campus after a couple of years at Lucas Oil Stadium. The team sought to build a new stadium in Greenwood, but has now set its sights on the downtown area.
On the IU Indy campus, this is the home to Indy's biggest art school. Check out students' studios, three galleries with regional and national art, and an outdoor sculpture gallery. Student art adorns the walls and lawn. You may see an early piece by the voice of the next generation.
Home to the Dolphin Adventures Gallery and Dome. The underwater dolphin viewing dome is the first of its kind (and free with admission). The "Oceans" exhibit features a shark touch tank. Other areas include the Plains, the Forest, the Desert, botanical insects, and a petting zoo. Check out different animal talks throughout the day. There are opportunities to feed and ride some animals for an extra charge. Amusement rides such as the small roller coaster, carousel and train are extra, too. Zoo grounds are a non-smoking environment. Hours vary depending on the time of the year, please visit the website for details. The Zoo also incorporates White River State Park, with over 3 acres of gardens and pathways along the White River and the Hilbert Conservatory, which is the showplace for different flowers, plants, and special attractions (such as butterflies) throughout the year.
This is the headquarters of the NCAA, located in White River State Park. Explore the history of college athletics—from hockey to basketball, cross-country skiing to football. Check out a film about NCAA sports, and be sure to check out the spirit section. Gift shop, too.
Tour the White River gardens, the canal and other Indianapolis museums and notable locations from your segue. Each tour lasts about two hours and highlights many of the city's attractions. It may serve as an informative and adventurous preview for your stay in Indianapolis.