Federal Court Partners With Court Historical Society To Create Learning Center

The United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is collaborating with the Historical Society of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana to create a new Learning Center.

The Federal Court Learning Center, expected to open at the Birch Bayh Federal Building and United States Courthouse in Indianapolis in the autumn of 2022, will provide all visitors to the courthouse an opportunity to enjoy exhibits about the role of the federal courts, learn how judges make decisions, discover the history of the courthouse, and much more. Artifacts from the Court’s 205-year history will be on display, and visitors will also be able to participate in interactive games and learning opportunities. The content will be appropriate for Indiana’s new civics education standards, which are expected to go into effect for the 2023-2024 school year

Please view the colorful Fact Sheet for more details about the project, including graphics from the conceptual design.

Teachers, groups, and individuals are also able to schedule virtual and in-person field trips and can visit the Tours and Field Trips page to learn more.

The Historical Society of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, Inc., is an Indiana public-benefit, nonprofit corporation dedicated to recovering, preserving and promoting the history and artifacts of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, and to educating the public about the role and function of the Court. As part of its mission, the Historical Society also undertakes projects designed to preserve and enhance the historical, artistic and architectural character of the Court’s facilities. The Historical Society produces publications, special events and other projects to achieve its goals in education and restoration.

Learn more about the Court Historical Society at https://www.insd.uscourts.gov/court-historical-society.