Owen J. Bush Stadium

Owen J. Bush Stadium

This endangered landmark was home to the Indianapolis Indians, a minor league ball for many decades. It was also home to a few Negro League teams, as well as a Continental Football League team, the Indianapolis Capitols.

In 2011 it was proposed the stadium be turned into an apartment complex, and on March 15, 2012 demolition began on portions of the 81-year old structure. The 138 loft units were completely leased when the complex opened on July 27, 2013.

The dirt portion of the infield has now been paved with stamped red concrete, but the lights that lit up the field at night still stand. Much of the exterior facade has been preserved, and many of the historic features, such as the owner's suite and the ticket booth, have been incorporated into the loft apartments.

Location

1501 West 16th Street
Indianapolis, Marion County
Indiana, USA

Getting There

Here are some ways to get there:

By Car: The stadium is easily accessible by car and has a parking lot for visitors. It is located at 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis, IN 46225.

By Public Transportation: IndyGo, the public transportation system in Indianapolis, has several bus routes that stop near the stadium. Check their website for more information on routes and schedules.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are widely available in Indianapolis and can be used to get to the stadium. Just input the address into the app and request a ride.

By Bike: The stadium is also accessible by bike via the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, a world-class urban bike and pedestrian path that connects downtown Indy's six cultural districts. There are bike racks located outside the stadium.

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