About this episode
7 Attractions, almost 4,000,000 people makes for 1 amazing asset to downtown Indianapolis. I sat down with Jake Oakman, the Executive Director of White River State Park to talk about "Indy's Backyard." We discuss its unique features like the Indianapolis Zoo, Victory Field, the Everwise Amphitheater, and more. Jake shares insights into the park's development, the multitude of events hosted annually, and its significance to the community and local economy. 0:40 Overview of White River State Park Attractions 02:43 Indianapolis Zoo: A Hidden Gem 06:09 Victory Field: A Baseball Haven 07:50 IMAX Theater: The Ultimate Movie Experience 12:28 Everwise Amphitheater: A Concert Venue Transformation 15:37 Indiana State Museum: Preserving History 19:14 NCAA Hall of Champions: Celebrating College Sports 20:48 Eiteljorg Museum: Native American and Western Art 22:29 The Creation and Development of White River State Park 28:36 White River State Park: A Community Effort 31:12 The Impact of White River State Park on Indianapolis 32:25 Exploring the Attractions of White River State Park 35:12 Future Developments at White River State Park 38:42 Downtown Indianapolis: Post-COVID Recovery 41:04 Personal Insights and Local Favorites