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Preservationist Archive 2012

 

January-February 2012

Indiana Preservationist January-February 2012

Up front

  • Engaging People with Places We took steps in 2011 to become more visible to the public and change how people think about historic buildings
  • Events Promote Exploration and Learning A look at tours and events from the past year
  • Altered Fates: Progress on 10 Most Sites An update on the status of Most Endangered landmarks, past and present.

Feature topic

2010 Annual Report. We share changes and accomplishments during the fiscal year that ended August 31, 2011.

 

In addition

Love for Landmarks Draws Buyers from Near and Far A roundup of our real estate sales around Indiana

March-April 2012

Indiana Preservationist March-April 2012

Up front

  • Rescue Party Benefits Landmarks in Jeopardy Event on April 28 at Indiana Landmarks Center supports our efforts to save endangered places
  • Heritage Remains Visible on Historic National Road A look at traveling the byway and Indiana Landmarks' National Road Heritage Site at Huddleston Farmhouse

Feature topic

Home Sweet Home We celebrate three wonderful historic homes and their preservation-minded owners

 

In addition

Indiana's annual Statewide Preservation Conference travels to Whiting on April 11-13

May-June 2012

Indiana Preservationist May-June 2012

Up front

  • Mid-Century Modern's A Hot Tour Ticket Annual Back to the Future tour returns to Indianapolis in its fifth year
  • Winning Restoration Revived Elkhart's Heart The City of Elkhart wins Indiana Landmarks' Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration for saving the Lerner Theatre

Feature topic

Landmarks in Trouble Indiana Landmarks announces its annual list of 10 Most Endangered places around the state

 

In addition

Indiana Landmarks offers summer events combining food and fun at historic places in Cambridge City, Paoli, Ligonier, and Delphi

July-August 2012

Indiana Preservationist July-August 2012

Up front

  • You Might Get a Message at Camp Chesterfield Spiritualism Experience explores the site's roots and preservation challenges
  • Selling to Save: Altered Real Estate Strategies Indiana Landmarks employs several strategies to save landmarks in a down economy

Feature topic

Screen Gems Exploring historic movie theaters around Indiana

 

In addition

Indiana Landmarks partners with Indiana Plein Air Painters Association to capture historic landmarks on canvas

 

September-October 2012

Indiana Preservationist September-October 2012

Up front

  • Orr Family Restores Farm for Forks in Bloomington Family wins Indiana Landmarks' Arnold Award for Rural Preservation for preservation of their Gibson County farm
  • Superbowl Leaves Indy Revitalization Legacy Near Eastside Legacy Project focuses attention on revitalizing city's east side

Feature topic

Born Again, Again Historic churches find new uses around the state

 

In addition

On November 4 at Indiana Landmarks Center, The Wright Way to Play explores the influence of Froebel's toys on Frank Lloyd Wright's design aesthetic.

November-December 2012

Indiana Preservationist November-December 2012

Up front

  • Servaas Winners Show Achievement at Every Age A seventh grader, college professor, and charitable group win preservation honors
  • Before, During, and After: Pick Your Preference Our holiday open houses for members offer venues in each category

Feature topic

Storefronts Speak Storefront restoration can play a critical role in downtown revitalization

 

In addition

At our annual meeting in September, Indiana Landmarks members elected new directors and welcomed new officers.

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