William N. Thompson House
William N. Thompson House, Georgian Revival mansion in North Meridian Street Historic District, Indianapolis, United States.
The William N. Thompson House features buff-colored brick walls, a slate hipped roof, and one-story wings flanking the central two-story section.
The residence served as the Indiana Governor's Mansion from 1945 to 1970, marking a significant period in the state's administrative history.
The property demonstrates the architectural preferences of Indianapolis' upper class during the 1920s through its Georgian Revival design elements.
The mansion occupies 2 acres of land and maintains its original features under the protection of the Meridian Street Preservation Commission.
Architect Frank B. Hunter designed this five-bay mansion with an elliptical portico and full-width front porch that defines its main entrance.
Location: Indianapolis
Inception: 1920
Architectural style: Georgian architecture, Georgian Revival architecture
Part of: North Meridian Street Historic District
Address: 4343 North Meridian Street
GPS coordinates: 39.83500,-86.15639
Latest update: March 22, 2025 13:52
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