Visit the Flick Flagpole Statue in Indiana

When it comes to holiday traditions, sitting down with the family to watch A Christmas Story is a must, especially for those of us who live in the Hoosier State! Not only is the film set in Indiana, but one of the most iconic scenes is memorialized in bronze, and you can visit it!

Visit the Real Flick Flagpole from A Christmas Story

You probably remember the moment in the movie when poor Flick gets triple-dog-dared into licking a frozen flagpole. It’s one of the most unforgettable scenes in holiday movie history, and there's a statue in Hammond, Indiana, to commemorate.

Why Hammond Indiana Honors Flick with a Statue

The Flick Statue, located at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, pays tribute to that hilarious and cringeworthy scene that left generations of kids wondering just how stuck a tongue could really get. Sculpted with incredible detail, the bronze artwork captures Flick mid-dare, tongue-to-pole, and perfectly frozen in time.

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The statue stands right outside the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, where fans can also explore exhibits dedicated to A Christmas Story. If you didn't know, the movie was inspired by author Jean Shepherd’s childhood in Hammond, which makes this tribute especially meaningful.

No Christmas season is complete without a viewing of the iconic movie, A Christmas Story. Set in northern Indiana, one of the movie's most iconic scenes is when the helpless Flick gets his tongue stuck to a frozen flagpole on a triple-dog-dare. A beautiful bronze statue of the memorable moment stands outside of the South Shore Welcome Center in Hammond. - Visit Indiana

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While the statue might make for the perfect holiday photo op, you'll definitely want to keep your tongue to yourself.

Where to Find the Flick Statue in Hammond

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB gun or just love a good dose of festive nostalgia, Hammond’s Flick statue is a must-see stop on your Indiana holiday road trip.

The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond is located at 7770 Corinne Drive.

Plus, if you visit between November 15 - December 30, 2025, you can stop into the "A Christmas Story" Comes Home with six animatronic window displays from the Macy's store in New York, depicting scenes from the movie.

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Source: Indiana’s A Christmas Story Statue Is a Must-See