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Located in the heart of Indianapolis downtown near the Indiana State Capitol Building in the historic Emelie Building, the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library pays homage to one of Indianapolis’ most notable former residents. His satirical novels embodied the restless, anti-authority spirit of the late 60′s and early 70′s. The author of Slaughterhouse Five, Breakfast of Champions, Cat’s Cradle, and many others, Kurt Vonnegut wrote with a stripped down, ramshackle style that combined humor with stark observations of life in the mid 20th century. Some his characters, most notably the prolific (and third rate) science fiction writer Kilgore Trout, now hold a place in the public imagination of the country. Tour his sketches, early drafts and take a gander at the typewriter used to create the seminal works of his career. Here is a photo tour of this new Indianapolis attraction, celebrating a Hoosier hero and Indianapolis notable person.

Store front for the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

The Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Bookshelf at the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Reading Corner at the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Portrait of Kurt Vonnegut, with his own text

Art Gallery at the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Famous Quote from Kurt Vonnegut at Vonnegut Memorial Library, Indianapolis, Indiana

Gallery Space at Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Kurt Vonnegut Art, Indianapolis, Indiana

Mural at the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Kurt Vonnegut’s Typewriter

Make a day of it in Indianapolis downtown with a visit to the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library. Afterward, treat yourself at any of these Indianapolis restaurants or Indianapolis bars. Stay tuned to Fun City Finder for all the latest on fun things to do in Indianapolis. We cover Indianapolis arts to Indianapolis sports and more. Get out in Indy and find some fun! Make the most of the Circle City!

Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library
The Emelie Building
340 N Senate Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46204
317.652.1954
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