General German Protestant Orphans Home
General German Protestant Orphans Home, Historic orphanage building in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The General German Protestant Orphans Home stands as a 2.5-story brick structure with a limestone foundation at 1404 South State Street in Indianapolis.
Architect Diedrich A. Bohlen designed this institution in 1871, establishing a residence for children of German Protestant families during the period of European immigration.
The building incorporates German vernacular architectural elements throughout its design, reflecting the strong influence of German heritage in Indianapolis during the 1870s.
The orphanage building occupies 9.5 acres of land in Marion County, with its main entrance facing State Street and coordinates at 39°44'53"N, 86°7'54"W.
The National Register of Historic Places recognized this building in 1984 under reference number 84001129 for its architectural and social contributions.
Location: Indiana
Architects: Diedrich A. Bohlen
GPS coordinates: 39.74806,-86.13167
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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