Located on the banks of the White River just six miles north of downtown, Broad Ripple Village is known for the Monon Trail, the Indianapolis Art Center, and ducks on the Canal. Broad Ripple is bounded by the White River, Keystone Avenue, Kessler Boulevard, and Meridian Street. Since its beginnings in early 19th century, transportation, from waterways to cars, have influenced the growth of the community. As a growing arts area with restaurants, chic shops, fun vintage clothing shops, historic buildings and park, Broad Ripple has grown in popularity in recent years. Broad Ripple's night life is lively with original music venues.