Work Closes Soldiers And Sailors Monument Observation Deck

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The observation deck of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in downtown Indianapolis is being closed as crews make repairs to sections of the 112-year-old limestone tower.

Crews are putting up scaffolding at the monument on Monday. The Indiana War Memorial Commission says workers will inspect and complete minor limestone and bronze repairs as part of regular maintenance.

The monument's observation deck and gift shop will be closed during the work, although its Col. Eli Lilly Civil War Museum will remain open.

Officials say the repair work will be completed in time for electrical workers to install the thousands of lights on the monument for the annual Circle of Lights festivities on Nov. 28.

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