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Lawrence Profile
From a wilderness stop along a Native American trail in 1823, Lawrence has evolved into an important community in northeast Marion County. In 1866, the Marion County Commissioners approved the name Lawrence -- also the name of the surrounding township - after the Naval hero of the War of 1812, Captain James Lawrence, who is best remembered for the command, "Don't give up the ship!" The community was the home of Fort Benjamin Harrison until 1991, when the base closed. Strong public-private cooperation has made Lawrence a model for military base redevelopment efforts. A beautiful state park and championship Pete Dye golf course now exist within the city's boundaries. A new Lawrence Government Center sits opposite the park entrance and marks the first city center the community has ever had. Hopes run high that the development and revitalization of Lawrence will continue with the same energy and success that have marked the achievements of recent years.
Area
20.06 square milesLocation
Lawrence is located on the northeast side of Marion County and is approximately 20 minutes from downtown Indianapolis.Population
38,915 (2000)Real estate, income
Average Median Home Price: $69,900Median Household Income: $47,838 Public interest
Lawrence City offices - 9001 E. 59th Street, Lawrence, 46216; (317)545-6191; Lawrence Police Department - Police Chief: Daniel J. Gliszczynski, 4455 McCoy Street, 46226; (317)549-6404; Lawrence Fire Department - Fire Chief: David Carlson, 4455 McCoy Street, (317)547-4371; Lawrence Branch-Indianapolis Marion County Public Library - 7898 North Hague Road, 46256, (317)269-1884; Lawrence Chamber of Commerce - 9120 Otis Avenue, Lawrence, 46216, (317)541-9876; Utilities
Citizens Gas (317)924-3311Ameritech (SBC) (800)742-8771 Lawrence Water Company (317)542-0511 Indianapolis Power and Light (317)261-8222 Schools
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