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Indianapolis, Indiana
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The museum is located in the Old Pathology Building, which was part of the Central State Hospital, a psychiatric facility that operated from 1848 to 1994.
Visitors can explore the autopsy room, which remains largely unchanged since the 1890s, offering a glimpse into historical medical practices.
The Indiana Medical History Museum's collection includes medical instruments, anatomical specimens, and historical documents from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Exhibits at the museum detail the evolution of psychiatric care, including treatments once used at the Central State Hospital.
The Old Pathology Building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, recognizing its historical significance in medical history.
The Indiana Medical History Museum regularly offers lectures, workshops, and tours to educate the public about medical history.
