The following is a list of events of the year 1954 in Indiana.
Incumbents
Governor: George N. Craig (R) Lieutenant Governor: Crawford F. Parker (R)
Events
September 21 – Construction officially begins on the Indiana Toll Road (Interstate 80/90) in northern Indiana, marking the start of the state's largest infrastructure project at the time. November 2 – The 1954 United States House of Representatives elections in Indiana take place, with the Republican Party maintaining a majority by winning 9 out of the state's 11 congressional seats.
Sports
March 20 – The "Milan Miracle": Tiny Milan High School wins the Indiana state basketball championship against Muncie Central, inspiring the famous 1986 sports film Hoosiers. May 31 – The 1954 Indianapolis 500 is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bill Vukovich wins his second consecutive Indy 500 race.
Births
December 11 – Jermaine Jackson, American singer
See also
1954 in the United States
References