The local organization of the Shrine, called the Indianapolis Shriners, was given its charter on June 4, 1884.

The Indianapolis Valley of Scottish Rite gave them the Townsley and Wiggans "Pork House" for their meetings.

[1][3] The Murat Shrine gave the Indianapolis Zoo its first camel and established the 500 Festival Parade.

Features of the building include stained-glass windows, terra cotta trim, minarets, and brown and yellow brick banding.

[1] The main sections of Murat Shrine are the 2,000-seat concert hall and the 2,500-seat performing arts theater.

[5][6] The Old National Centre has hosted numerous concerts with bands such as Babymetal, Elle King, Huddy, Pennywise, Mitski, State Champs and Sierra Ferrell.