The Westward Journey, Limestone sculpture group at Indiana Statehouse, Indianapolis, United States
The Westward Journey features four distinct limestone figure groups mounted above the south entrance portico of the Indiana Statehouse, depicting various societal roles.
Created by Herman Carl Mueller between 1886 and 1887, the sculpture series represents the transformation of Indiana from Native American territory to settled civilization.
The figures include a Native American family, a reaper with a sickle, a blacksmith near an anvil, and a pioneer family with traditional attire.
Visitors can observe the sculptural groups from Washington Street, with the best viewing angles available during morning hours when sunlight illuminates the south facade.
A gilded American eagle crowns the central pediment above the four figure groups, symbolizing Indiana's integration into the United States federation.
Location: Indianapolis
Inception: 1886
Creator: Herman Carl Mueller
GPS coordinates: 39.76799,-86.16269
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:24
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