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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Posts tagged history

December 11, 2014

 

James H. Madison

Celebrated historian, James H. Madison, discusses his most recent book, "Hoosiers: A New History of Indiana," as well as Indiana's upcoming bicentennial.

November 13, 2014

 

A Diamond Sunday

Before professional leagues became a mainstay in American culture, local baseball teams provided a much-needed source of entertainment and emotional relief.

August 7, 2014

 

Studebaker National Museum

For 114 years, the Studebaker Corporation produced vehicles in the heart of South Bend; today, the museum displays its one-of-a-kind historical car collection.

March 27, 2014

 

Coney Island Weiner Stand

Fort Wayne’s Coney Island Wiener Stand has been owned and operated by the same family since 1914, serving visitors their original coney recipe and steamed buns.

February 20, 2014

 

The White Stag

The newest segment of Memory Chain begins with a 19th Century German poem and brings us to the winter landscapes of Indiana for a rare encounter with nature.

November 7, 2013

 

Hickory Ridge Fire Tower

The Hickory Ridge Fire Tower is a historic part of Indiana’s fire service; built in 1936, it is one of the only remaining fire lookout towers in the state.

September 26, 2013

 

The Divining Rod

Tom Roznowski introduces the latest installment in our series exploring the turn-of-the-century photography created by the Cirkut Camera.

July 18, 2013

 

Evansville Transportation Center

For 100 years, the Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Sciences has entertained visitors far and wide with their interactive exhibits and living history!

July 18, 2013

 

Reitz Home Museum

Built in 1871, the Reitz mansion was home to one of Evansville's founding families; today, it is one of the finest Victorian homes in the country!

July 18, 2013

 

Hilltop Inn’s Brain Sandwiches

As one of the oldest restaurants in Evansville, the Hilltop Inn continues its legacy today featuring their world-renowned brain sandwiches!

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