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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

July 18, 2013

 

LST 325 Memorial

During WWII, the Evansville LST was critical to beachfront invasions, including the infamous D-Day; today, it is the only seaworthy LST 325 left in the country!

July 18, 2013

 

Bosse Field

Opened in 1915, Bosse Field is one of the oldest ballparks in the country, playing host to hollywood stars, the Evansville Otters, and visitors young and old!

June 13, 2013

 

French Lick Train Robbery

Passengers expecting a relaxing ride on the treasured French Lick Express railway cars experience the surprise of an invading band of train-robbing bandits!

May 30, 2013

 

Delphi

Did you know that the largest man-made canal in the United States is right here in Indiana? Jessica Nunemaker introduces us to this unique river town!

May 16, 2013

 

Indianapolis Catacombs

Built in 1886 as part of Tomlinson Hall, the Indianapolis Catacombs remained after the hall burned! Today, the catacombs' purpose continues to be a mystery!

April 11, 2013

 

What’s in a Picture?

In the premiere of our "What's in a Picture" series, we explore the hidden history of Vigée Le Brun's "Portrait of Mrs. Chinnery," at the IU Art Museum.

April 11, 2013

 

Vigée Le Brun

IU Art Museum Director, Heidi Gealt, joins us to provide details on the "Three Remarkable Women" exhibit, featuring Le Brun's "Portrait of Mrs. Chinnery."

February 7, 2013

 

Heinl’s Flower Shop

Founded in 1863, the Heinl’s Flower Shop is the oldest flower shop in the Midwest! Heinl’s Flower Shop continues to bring joy and beauty to Terre Haute.

December 20, 2012

 

Santa Claus Statue

The Weekly Special visits Santa Claus, Indiana, to see the world's oldest Santa Claus statue and learn more about this amazing restoration project!

December 20, 2012

 

Conner Prairie’s Outdoor Adventure

The Weekly Special steps back into 1836 to learn how some of the earliest Hoosiers celebrated the holidays!

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