Unbound: A Collection of Indiana Stories

The Indiana Historical Society is excited to bring you Unbound: A Collection of Indiana Stories. A retelling of classic Indiana stories and those that might become classics. We are pulling materials from our Traces and Connections Magazines, Blogs, and Exhibits to build upon one another in an effort to share a more complete and connected Indiana history.

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Unbound: A Collection of Indiana Stories

Run it Up the Flag, Paul: Indiana State Symbolism

March 27, 2025 • Indiana Historical Society • Season 4 • Episode 3

On this Paul filled episode of Unbound, Casey and Regan explore the world of Indiana symbolism. First, Regan goes into the history of the Indiana state flag designed by Paul Hadley. Then, Casey talks about the once incredibly popular state song “On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away” by Paul Dresser.

Paul Hadley: Artist and Designer of the Indiana State Flag

Play It Again, Paul

Further Information:

Paul Hadley Biography

Autographed Photo of Paul Dresser

Cover of "On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away"