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Every day, all year long, Indiana Landmarks works to revitalize historic structures that give our communities visible connections to their past and lend irreplaceable visual character to the streetscape. Once a year, we announce the 10 Most Endangered, a list of historic places on the brink of extinction and too important to lose. KEEP READING

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Indiana Landmarks Campus

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Explore our main campus in Indianapolis -- a nineteenth-century church complex and an 1865 towered house. Find out about renting our grand spaces for your event, and learn about upcoming events and tours. KEEP READING

Grand Hall

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Our richly detailed theater-style sanctuary seats 550 on two levels. It’s the ideal venue for weddings, concerts, and other large-scale events. KEEP READING

Cook Theater

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Our ballroom-style theater offers flexible seating for 350 amid lavish woodwork—perfect for receptions, dinners, performances, and more. KEEP READING

Morrow Board Room

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With large windows, a historic fireplace, and built-in AV, this room seats between 40 and 80 for dinners, luncheons, or off-site strategy meetings. KEEP READING

Rapp Family Gallery

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Neoclassical pillars divide this spacious gallery, which holds between 200 and 350 for receptions, dinners, and gallery exhibitions. KEEP READING

Lobby and Courtyard

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As remarkable as our interiors, the Place de Basile courtyard is an outdoor venue for 80 to 250. The Servaas lobby offers a tasteful welcome to an event anywhere in Indiana Landmarks Center. KEEP READING

Morris-Butler House

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This 1865 Second Empire home adjacent to our central Indiana headquarters features Victorian interiors and antique furnishings and is ideal for smaller weddings, receptions, or afternoon teas. KEEP READING

Veraestau

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Our landmark overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora offers a lovely setting for weddings, receptions, special events, and tours by appointment. KEEP READING

Central Regional Office

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Serving Bartholomew, Boone, Brown, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Howard, Johnson, Marion, Monroe, Morgan, Shelby, and Tipton counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Cass, DeKalb, Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, LaGrange, La Porte, Marshall, Noble, Pulaski, St. Joseph, Starke, Steuben, White, and Whitley counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Adams, Allen, Grant, Huntington, Miami, Wabash, and Wells counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Jasper, Lake, Newton, and Porter counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Blackford, Decatur, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Henry, Jay, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Union, and Wayne counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Benton, Carroll, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, Fountain, Greene, Knox, Montgomery, Owen, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, Vigo, and Warren counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Clark, Crawford, Dubois, Floyd, Jackson, Jefferson, Jennings, Harrison, Lawrence, Martin, Orange, Perry, Scott, and Washington counties. KEEP READING

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Serving Dearborn, Ohio, Ripley, and Switzerland counties. KEEP READING

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Indiana Preservation

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People like you are saving and exploring amazing places around Indiana. Discover landmarks worth visiting and endangered places that need your help in our full-color magazine. KEEP READING

Indiana Preservation Directory

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We keep a list of nonprofit organizations and historic district commissions that preserve, study, and celebrate Indiana's historic places. Connect to the right people and places here. KEEP READING

First Fridays at Indiana Landmarks Center

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On the first Friday of select months, see the latest exhibits and explore the spectacularly restored Indiana Landmarks Center. KEEP READING

Indianapolis Walking Tours

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See historic Indianapolis from a unique perspective on walking tours with Indiana Landmarks. KEEP READING

French Lick & West Baden Springs Hotel Tours

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These classic examples of the grand hotel era were restored with Indiana Landmarks’ guidance. You really need to see them in person. KEEP READING

Grand Hotel Histories

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Rental FAQ

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Grants and Loans

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To spark community revitalization and bolster preservation in towns throughout the state, we offer grants and loans to local nonprofits. Find out whether your project qualifies and how to get started. KEEP READING

Historic Homes FAQ & DIY

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We get a lot of questions about historic districts, the National Register of Historic Places, tax breaks, contractors, etc. See our answers here. KEEP READING

Preservation Advice

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We have more than fifty years experience preserving Indiana buildings. See the resources, guides, and tools we’ve created to share our expertise. KEEP READING

Library & Information Center

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Our staff and collections are a statewide resource for information on historic architecture and preservation in Indiana. Stop here first for research. KEEP READING

Speakers Bureau

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Our entertaining experts are available to enliven luncheons, meetings, or special gatherings. Find a speaker for your event. KEEP READING

Architectural Surveys

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We’ve helped to survey Indiana’s historic structures county-by-county. Learn more about these powerful tools to save and revitalize Indiana communities. KEEP READING

Advertise Your Property

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Indiana Landmarks members and preservation enthusiasts come to our site looking for historic and interesting older properties. Get your property the audience it deserves. KEEP READING

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Calendar » Tours & Events » French Lick & West Baden Springs Hotel Tours

Arrange your guided hotel tours at our French Lick and West Baden Springs shops, Landmarks Emporium, where you’ll also find an unusual mix of vintage-inspired merchandise and mementos of your visit. Your purchases help us save places that matter. KEEP READING

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Approved Caterers

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At Indiana Landmarks Center and Morris-Butler House, we offer rental clients choices when it comes to caterers. Our five approved caterers, all with great reputations, offer a range of cuisine and price points. KEEP READING

Indiana Preservation Archives

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Preservation Conference | October 22-25, 2024

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Preserving Historic Places, Indiana’s Statewide Preservation Conference, offers inspiring lectures, workshops, tours, and networking opportunities. KEEP READING

Registration

Registration opens June 3. Single-day rates and student discounts available. KEEP READING

Conference Destination 2024

Calendar » Preservation Conference | October 22-25, 2024

In 2024, Indiana’s preservation conference heads to Madison, a town rich in nineteenth-century architecture and heritage. KEEP READING

Conference Agenda

Calendar » Preservation Conference | October 22-25, 2024

Conference sessions highlight Main Street successes, heritage tourism, local preservation commissions, and innovative approaches to preservation. KEEP READING

Indiana Modern

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Have a passion for mid-century modern landscaping and archicture? Find out more about our Indiana Modern affinity group. KEEP READING

Indiana Automotive

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Love Indiana's automobiles and our state's important factories, garages, showrooms, and racetracks? Find out more about our Indiana Automotive affinity group. KEEP READING

Affiliate Groups

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Indiana Landmarks' affiliate groups help save the places that matter in your community, or those nearby. Find out more about our affiliate groups. KEEP READING

Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration

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Indiana Landmarks awards the Cook Cup to the owner who follows the highest standards of restoration in transforming a significant historic building, with positive impact on the neighborhood or community. KEEP READING

Sandi Servaas Memorial Award

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Indiana Landmarks’ Servaas Memorial Award recognizes outstanding achievement in historic preservation in individual and youth-serving categories. KEEP READING

Williamson Prize

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Indiana Landmarks’ Williamson Prize recognizes outstanding individual leadership and achievement in historic preservation. KEEP READING

John Arnold Rural Preservation Award

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Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau present the John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation to recognize the preservation and continued use of historic farming-related buildings. KEEP READING

Success Stories

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Athenaeum Tours

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One-hour guided tours explore the evolution of a German-American landmark in Indianapolis, from its early days as a German clubhouse to its current role as a hub of modern urban life. KEEP READING

Archived Presentations

Calendar » Preservation Conference | October 22-25, 2024

View slide presentations and other resources from our past educational sessions and workshops. KEEP READING

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House of Tomorrow

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Indiana Landmarks Rescued & Restored

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Celebrate remarkable historic places snatched from the wrecking ball or lifted from decades of neglect. KEEP READING

Weddings at Indiana Landmarks Center

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Virtual Sessions Series

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In addition to the annual conference, Preserving Historic Places offers an ongoing series of free virtual sessions on a variety of preservation topics. KEEP READING

Indianapolis Private Tours

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We offer a variety of walking tours led by our well-trained corps of volunteers—people who are passionate about the city, its stories and its landmarks and revitalized historic districts. KEEP READING

Indianapolis School & Youth Tours

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Our expeditions for school children teach history, art and architecture in an engaging format, correlating with Indiana Department of Education Academic Standards. KEEP READING

Black Heritage Preservation Program

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Sacred Places Indiana

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Our Sacred Places Indiana program trains congregations to fundraise—not the traditional fish fry model—and leverage their historic buildings for outreach and growth. KEEP READING

Samara

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One of the most complete Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the United States, Samara offers national and international visitors rare immersive insight into Wright’s Usonian design philosophy. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Center Meetings

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Black Heritage Preservation Program

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Black Heritage Preservation Program

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Letter of Interest

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SOLD OUT: West Baden Springs Behind-the-Scenes Tours

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Discover the hidden history of West Baden by exploring spaces not normally open to the public at the restored 1902 hotel. KEEP READING

Athenaeum Bier & Building Tour

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Grab a beer and explore one of Indianapolis’ most beloved landmarks on Indiana Landmarks’ adults-only tours of the historic Athenaeum. KEEP READING

Athenaeum Building Tour

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Discover Indianapolis’s German roots on a tour of the historic Athenaeum building. KEEP READING

SOLD OUT: The Holly & the Ivy Concert 2024

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Annual holiday concert features singers, handbells, and instrumentalists in Indiana Landmarks Center's Grand Hall. KEEP READING

Wabash Holiday Open House

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Join fellow Indiana Landmarks members for refreshments and holiday cheer at our Holiday Open House in Wabash. KEEP READING

North Vernon Holiday Open House

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Join fellow Indiana Landmarks members for refreshments and holiday cheer at our Holiday Open House in North Vernon. KEEP READING

First Friday Art Show – Sifting

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Indiana Landmarks hosts an art exhibit curated by Indianapolis artist Alexander Toms. KEEP READING

Indianapolis Holiday Church Tour 2024

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Explore the architecture, history, preservation, and tradition of churches in Indianapolis’s Irvington neighborhood. KEEP READING

CANCELED: Evansville Holiday Open House

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Join fellow Indiana Landmarks members for refreshments and holiday cheer at our Holiday Open House in Evansville. KEEP READING

Preserve Historic La Porte 2024 Christmas Candlelight Tour

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Tour historic homes and other landmarks decorated for the holiday season in La Porte. KEEP READING

Illinois Bell Telephone Building

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Available co-working office space in historic former telephone building along Lake Street in the Miller Beach Arts & Creative District. KEEP READING

Flatwood School #9

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Historic schoolhouse in Harrison County could make a cozy living space after restoration. KEEP READING

Kunz Hartman House

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Offices are now available for rent in the historic Kunz Hartman House, home to Indiana Landmarks' Southern Regional Office. KEEP READING

Whitewater Friends Meeting House

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Nineteenth-century meeting house is ready for restoration. KEEP READING

504 East O and M Avenue

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Commercial anchor on a corner lot offers highly visible opportunity for new business in North Vernon's National Register-listed Downtown Historic District. KEEP READING

12854 North Street

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Dillsboro's tallest building is ready for redevelopment, with potential to be adapted for use as offices, retail, or apartments. KEEP READING

625 S. Washington Street

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This former automotive building in the heart of downtown Marion is full of possibilities for reuse. KEEP READING

Florida Tropical House

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A rare opportunity to lease a Modernist standout on Lake Michigan in Indiana Dunes National Park. KEEP READING

458 – 462 N Cass Street

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Two neighboring historic homes offered for sale for one price in historic Wabash! Live in one while restoring the other for use as a rental property or charming guest house for friends and family. KEEP READING

400 East North Street

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Historic church and school ready for redevelopment in prime location near Crown Point's beautiful downtown courthouse square. KEEP READING

3302 N. Park Avenue

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Craftsman Foursquare in the city's Mapleton-Fall Creek neighborhood is ready for a buyer to restore it to its former glory. KEEP READING

222 9th Street

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After recent exterior rehabilitation, this charming Folk Victorian in downtown Tell City is ready for a buyer to finish the work inside. KEEP READING

Beth-El Zedeck Temple

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Indiana Landmarks seeks a buyer with the vision to breathe life back into Indianapolis's oldest synagogue, an anchor in the city's Mapleton-Fall Creek neighborhood. KEEP READING

May House

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Original character abounds in this historic South Bend home located on a prime lot in the Chapin Park neighborhood with easy access to many downtown amenities. KEEP READING

Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church

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With stained-glass windows and furnishings by New York's Tiffany Studios, Reid Memorial is a work of art. But the building has been empty since 2017, its future unclear. KEEP READING

Tipton County Jail & Sheriff’s Residence

10 Most Endangered

Vacated after completion of a new facility, Tipton County’s 1895 jail and sheriff’s residence are ripe for reuse, but finding the capital will be a challenge in a rural county with limited funding. KEEP READING

Shields Memorial Gymnasium

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Seymour’s WPA-era Shields Memorial Gym occupies a prime spot in the city's Walnut Street Historic District, surrounded by open land that could make it a target for demolition and development. KEEP READING

State Theatre

10 Most Endangered

After attempts to redevelop and reopen Anderson's historic State Theatre stalled, the former movie palace sits vacant and deteriorating. KEEP READING

Historic Fraternal Lodges

10 Most Endangered

Participation in fraternal organizations is on a steep decline, leaving hundreds of significant historic buildings at risk. KEEP READING

Starr Historic District

10 Most Endangered

Richmond's Starr Historic District was once considered one of the Midwest’s best-preserved Victorian-era neighborhoods. Today, it's better known for its ongoing decline. KEEP READING

International Harvester Engineering Building

10 Most Endangered

Preservation advocates want to ensure that any new use respects the building’s architectural significance and important role in Fort Wayne’s manufacturing history. KEEP READING

West Side Recreation Club

10 Most Endangered

The former West Side Recreation Club's neglected condition offers little clue to the important role it once played as a political and social hub for South Bend’s Black community. KEEP READING

College Hall
Merom Camp & Retreat Center

10 Most Endangered

The centerpiece of the Merom Camp and Retreat Center, College Hall needs immediate repairs that exceed what the nonprofit organization can afford. KEEP READING

Sposeep & Sons Building

10 Most Endangered

The Sposeep Building in Wabash has vast potential for reuse, but compounding effects of a century of hard use are hindering its prospects. KEEP READING

Sollman School

10 Most Endangered

Gibson County leaders want to save the county's last one-room school, but in a rural community with limited resources raising the money will be a significant challenge. KEEP READING

Rudicel-Montgomery
Polygonal Barn

10 Most Endangered

The 12-sided Rudicel-Montgomery Polygonal Barn is a rare survivor, but today it stands mostly vacant, in need of cost-prohibitive repairs. KEEP READING

Bethlehem Healing Temple

10 Most Endangered

Bethlehem Healing Temple suffers a plight shared by many historic churches: a decreasing and aging membership struggling to maintain a large historic structure in desperate need of repair. KEEP READING

LaPorte County

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Fountain County

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Vigo County

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Daviess County

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Hancock County

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Guiding Lights: Michigan City’s Historic Lighthouses

POSTED ON: September 24, 2012

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Lighthouses? In Indiana? Yes, weather can get wild on our sliver of Lake Michigan in the northwest corner of the state, and in pre-radar days, ships needed the lighthouse for guidance. Michigan City boasts Indiana's oldest lighthouse, built in 1858. KEEP READING

No Late Fines, Talking Encouraged at Evansville Children’s Museum

POSTED ON: November 13, 2012

Hidden Gems

Now home to the Koch Family Children’s Museum, Evansville's Central Library is a great example of adaptive reuse. KEEP READING

Legume Leader: Hurst Beans of Indianapolis

POSTED ON: January 2, 2013

Hidden Gems

The N.K. Hurst Company has been manufacturing beans for nearly three-quarters of a century from its historic surrounds on Indianapolis's near south side. KEEP READING

Classical Glass

POSTED ON: January 28, 2013

Hidden Gems, Tours

If you’re intrigued by industrial landmarks, you must visit Kokomo Opalescent Glass, a company that has been making colored sheet glass since 1888, in the same place and pretty much the same way today as it did in the beginning. KEEP READING

Like a Prayer: the Modern Marvel of Gary’s St. Augustine’s Church

POSTED ON: February 25, 2013

Hidden Gems

With its roof curved like hands folded in prayer, St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church cuts a striking silhouette in Gary’s Tolleston neighborhood. This Modern landmark was the first “home of their own” for the African-American congregation of St. Augustine's, who were not welcome in the established Episcopal church in Gary. KEEP READING

Spanning History

POSTED ON: July 30, 2013

Hidden Gems

Locals call them the Cadillacs of covered bridges. Painted white, with brackets at the roofline and decorative scrollwork near the entry, the clapboard spans built by the Kennedy family in the late 1800s and early 1900s offer sturdy paths across waterways and picturesque hallmarks of Rush County. KEEP READING

Are You Ready for the Ultraviolet Apocalypse?

POSTED ON: November 20, 2013

Hidden Gems

On the list of must-see places, no matter what your religious affiliation, you should add Our Lady of Mount Carmel Monastery in Munster. The grounds are full of shrines, but the feature that causes jaws to drop is Memorial Chapel, an underground shrine whose black light mural depicts the end of the world. KEEP READING

Shell Shock: the Hidden Wonder of St. Anne’s Chapel

POSTED ON: November 4, 2014

Hidden Gems, Tours

St. Anne's Chapel at St. Mary-of-the-Woods is an intriguing artistic novelty. From the outside, the tiny chapel belies the spectacle within: nearly every surface of the chapel is covered in shells –- thousands and thousands of them. KEEP READING

10 Most Endangered Places in Indiana Announced

POSTED ON: April 29, 2016

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks announces its annual list of Hoosier landmarks in jeopardy KEEP READING

Prairie Preservation Guild honored for Fowler Theatre

POSTED ON: May 2, 2016

Press Releases

Prairie Preservation Guild wins top restoration prize for Fowler Theatre transformation KEEP READING

Twilight Tours at West Baden Springs

POSTED ON: May 11, 2016

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks stages Twilight Tours at West Baden Springs Step back in time and meet costumed characters from the historic hotel’s colorful past KEEP READING

Historic Bricks Demand a Historic Brickworks

POSTED ON: June 8, 2016

News

Period-appropriate bricks are key to the repair and restoration of historic buildings, but they’re also hard to come by, since the ones that aren’t worn out or broken are usually holding up a building somewhere. That’s why the closure of Colonial Brick of Cayuga, in Vermillion County, is such a loss. KEEP READING

Frankfort Takes On Rehab of City Landmark

POSTED ON: June 8, 2016

News

Scaffolding, lifts, and construction workers surround Frankfort’s Old Stoney these days, as the Romanesque Revival landmark undergoes rehabilitation to ensure continued service to the community. KEEP READING

Sighting Reuse for Downtown Birdseye Landmark

POSTED ON: June 8, 2016

News

It’s like a scene from an Edward Hopper painting – a stately brick building sits quietly crumbling next to the railroad tracks in a small town. But in this case, the building is not fictional, and Indiana Landmarks is stepping in to try to ensure its future. KEEP READING

Lake Michigan Modern Tour Showcases Miller Beach

POSTED ON: June 13, 2016

Press Releases

August 20 tour opens houses and churches in summer haven. KEEP READING

Hunt for treasures on July 9

POSTED ON: June 13, 2016

Press Releases

Get ready to hunt for treasures on July 9 Antiques market at Indiana Landmarks campus and yard sales throughout Old Northside KEEP READING

Paintings Explore How We Got Here in Aug. 5 Show

POSTED ON: June 15, 2016

Press Releases

IDADA First Friday Art Show features Indianapolis artist KEEP READING

Historic House Research Guide

POSTED ON: June 23, 2016

News

Uncovering the history of a house can be a lot like detective work. Where do you even begin? KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Repairing and Replacing Clapboard

POSTED ON: June 24, 2016

DIY

A home's character is revealed when exterior layers of siding are removed. KEEP READING

Set in Concrete: Edison Concept Houses

POSTED ON: June 26, 2016

Hidden Gems

In 1906, Thomas Alva Edison invented a mold and construction system for use in building all-concrete houses. Though the technique didn't catch on extensively, an enclave of Edison's concept houses remains in Gary, Indiana. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Exterior Paint and Weatherization

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Develop a plan and do things in the right order for a paint job that lasts. KEEP READING

Saved in Perpetuity: Easements Safeguard Character

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News, Saved

When people want to safeguard the landmark character of their house or business, a preservation easement donated to a preservation organization may be the surest tool. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Restoring Vintage Windows

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Well-maintained original windows last much longer than replacements and offer superior energy efficiency. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Uncovering the History of Your Old Home

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Understanding the original construction and later changes to your vintage home is a crucial first step when planning any major renovation. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Vintage Plumbing

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

When it comes to vintage plumbing, knowing what to repair and/or replace can help a homeowner save money, time and angst. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Heating and Cooling Your Old House

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Modest updates to vintage heating and cooling systems can save you big money on utility bills. KEEP READING

Announcing Indiana’s 10 Most Endangered

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

Endangered Places, News

In late April 2016, Indiana Landmarks announced its 10 Most Endangered, an annual list of Hoosier landmarks in jeopardy. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: ABCs of Insulation

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Focus on key areas for insulation and weatherization to cut your energy bills and increase your comfort. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks prepares to transform Kizer House

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News

Over the past three decades, Indiana Landmarks has engaged in serial restoration of buildings in South Bend to house our Northern Regional Office. We’re embarking on the next one in the series, a prominent South Bend landmark at the corner of West Washington and Chapin streets. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Plaster and Drywall Repair

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Before assuming that old plaster must be removed, consider repair instead. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Updating Kitchens and Baths

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Major renovation of kitchens and bathrooms can increase a home’s value and enhance functionality, while retaining vintage charm. KEEP READING

Exploring the Roots of Historic Landscapes

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

Events, News

Today’s green movement advocates tree planting and urban parks and trails as environmental and quality of life improvements. This falls under the “everything old is new again,” adage. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Refinishing Floors and Woodwork

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Lurking beneath that outdated shag carpet or glued-down tile may be one of the best assets of your vintage house, a wood floor. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Restoring a Historic Porch

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

A porch is one of the great pleasures of a vintage house, and getting the look of the porch right for the style of the house adds street appeal. KEEP READING

Levi Coffin and the Underground Railroad

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

Hidden Gems

Incredible stories of hope -- and some of hollow hype -- abound when talk turns to the Underground Railroad. Most of the time, examining a landmark for physical clues doesn't help determine if a place was really part of the secretive and perilous network. Instead, look to its history. KEEP READING

Preserving Family and Farm Heritage

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News, Rural Preservation

Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau rewarded the Maroska family's stewardship of Walnut Leaf Farm with our 2015 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation, presented on Farmer’s Day at the Indiana State Fair KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Rewiring a Vintage Home

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

DIY

Understanding your vintage home's electrical systems will help you make informed decisions during a renovation project. KEEP READING

Hometown Revitalizers

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News, Saved

Our Servaas Award winners in 2015 spark revitalization in two eastern Indiana downtowns. KEEP READING

Seeking Aid for Indiana’s County Homes

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News

Helping address reuse challenges for landmarks that once served the elderly, ill, orphaned, and physically or mentally handicapped. KEEP READING

Saving the Sacred

POSTED ON: June 27, 2016

News, Saved

Indiana Landmarks rescues Bockhold Hall, a former religious property in Indianapolis's Haughville neighborhood. KEEP READING

Home Renovation: Low-cost Energy Improvements

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

DIY

For many homeowners, energy costs are one of the biggest household budget items. Low-cost improvements can help owners of vintage homes reduce those energy bills, providing savings that last all year. KEEP READING

Little House Snatched From the Jaws

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News, Saved

Local organizations collaborate with Indiana Landmarks to save a small South Bend landmark marked for demolition. KEEP READING

Historical Society Adapts Landmark Factory

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

The Ohio County Historical Society repurposed a wing of the former Clore Plow Works in Rising Sun as a rental venue, generating revenue to support its museum facility. KEEP READING

Restoration Fever in Evansville

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

Investors are spurring rehab of several historic buildings in downtown Evansville. KEEP READING

Take a Drive and Check Out These Award Winners

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

At our recent Indiana Modern lecture in Indianapolis, our Central Regional Office recognized five winners that exemplify the best in stewardship of historic places. KEEP READING

Western Indiana’s Brazilian Landmark

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

In the lead up to the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio, a gift from South America’s Brazil to Indiana’s Brazil is about to receive some attention, too. KEEP READING

Still Telling Time, Now in Original Style

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

More than a century after lightning destroyed the original steeple, a new spire tops New Albany's Second Baptist Church. KEEP READING

You’ll Wish You Were a Kid Again

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

Events, News

On August 3, 2016, ArchiCamp at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore offers a unique spin on traditional summer camp. KEEP READING

How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall?

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

Indiana, too, claims a Carnegie Hall. The impressive mass and tall tower of the Hoosier version dominate the small town of Moores Hill (population 600). A new phase of restoration is underway to ready the landmark’s second floor for a variety of new uses. KEEP READING

Back for Seconds

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Restaurants need to make an impression from the street to stand out in the crowded marketplace. Non-chain restaurateurs often choose vintage buildings for their history, architecture, visual interest and distinctive ambiance. In Indiana, these repurposed landmarks are a must-see. KEEP READING

Moving Picture: Fowler Theatre takes prize

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News, Saved

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more can-do, grassroots effort, or a more exemplary restoration than Prairie Preservation Guild's rescue and revival of Fowler Theatre in Indiana. KEEP READING

Tending To Cultural Landscapes

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

News

Central Park. Tree-lined boulevards. Battlefields and cemeteries. Maybe even your front yard. All can be examples of cultural landscapes. Indiana Landmarks is working to celebrate and preserve these places, where man and nature have intersected in deliberately designed ways. KEEP READING

Legacy of Left Turns

POSTED ON: June 28, 2016

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News

The Indianapolis 500 puts the world spotlight on the Hoosier state every May. In honor of the 100th running of the famous race in 2016, we examine the origin of the National Historic Landmark track and less well-known places related to early racing history. KEEP READING

Telling the Story of Lyles Station

POSTED ON: June 29, 2016

African American Landmarks, News, Saved

Saved from near ruin, Lyles Consolidated School tells the story of a rural African American community in southwest Indiana. The story will be featured as part of the new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. KEEP READING

Architects Who Left Their Mark on Indiana

POSTED ON: July 1, 2016

News

Indiana’s historic building stock includes examples designed by such world-renown architects as Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, Eero Saarinen, Philip Johnson, Richard Meier, and Michael Graves, just to name a few. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern in Miller Beach

POSTED ON: July 4, 2016

Modern Landmarks, Tours

On August 20, Indiana Landmarks and the Miller Beach Arts and Creative District present an exploration of the area’s mid-century modern architecture. KEEP READING

Gargoyles vs. Grotesques

POSTED ON: July 5, 2016

Hidden Gems

In terms of public recognition, gargoyles outstrip grotesques, even though grotesques far outnumber gargoyles. Why is this? And what the heck is a grotesque, anyway? KEEP READING

Blaze Spells Doom for Two Evansville Buildings

POSTED ON: July 14, 2016

News

Evansville’s downtown streetscape took a devastating hit last month, when a fire gutted two nineteenth-century buildings on Main Street. KEEP READING

Historic Columbus Pump House Becomes Brewpub

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Upland Brewing Company opens its doors at the newly rehabilitated historic Columbus Pump House. KEEP READING

Preservation Momentum Picks Up at Beech Church

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

African American Landmarks, Endangered Places, News

A spot on Indiana’s 10 Most Endangered list may seem like ignoble distinction, but for Mount Pleasant Beech Church it has been the catalyst for financial support critical to saving the imperiled landmark. KEEP READING

Deer Creek and the Historic National Road

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

News

Those who take the time to ramble down a short but scenic stretch of the Historic National Road just a mile and half west of U.S. 231 near Putnamville will be rewarded with dramatic views and a better appreciation of the area’s importance in National Road history. KEEP READING

Clearing the Way to Reuse at Medora Brick Company

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

Endangered Places, News

Volunteer cleanup marks the start of renewed efforts to preserve and find a new use for the Medora Brick Company in Jackson County. KEEP READING

100 Years of Conservation and Recreation

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

News

When Indiana celebrated its centennial in 1916, the state marked the anniversary by establishing a new state parks system. One hundred years later, Versailles State Park is celebrating the milestone. KEEP READING

Details Matter in Kizer House Restoration

POSTED ON: July 15, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

It may take a village to raise a child, but to save the Kizer House in South Bend it takes an army, including skilled tradespeople who creatively solve problems to do a restoration right. KEEP READING

Dublin Meetinghouse and the Society of Friends

POSTED ON: July 21, 2016

News, Sacred Places

For nearly 150 years, the Dublin Friends Meetinghouse has been a reminder of Wayne County's Quaker heritage. A grant from Indiana Landmarks is helping nominate the church to the National Register. KEEP READING

Artists in Sept. 2 Show Connected to Street Art Roots

POSTED ON: July 26, 2016

Press Releases

Trio of artists present "nexUS" at Indiana Landmarks Center's Rapp Family Gallery. KEEP READING

Saved from the Wrecking Ball, Owen Block to Reopen Aug. 5

POSTED ON: July 28, 2016

Press Releases

KEEP READING

Silent Horror Film, Live Organ Scare Up a Classic Halloween

POSTED ON: July 28, 2016

Press Releases

KEEP READING

Huddleston Farmhouse presents Wine Down on the Farm!

POSTED ON: July 28, 2016

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks event features Hoosier wine, food, and music on Sept. 16. KEEP READING

Fort Wayne’s Historic Landscapes Topic of Aug. 27 Event

POSTED ON: August 1, 2016

Press Releases

KEEP READING

Rescued House Could Be the One for You

POSTED ON: August 11, 2016

News, Saved

Indiana Landmarks and our affiliate Huntington Alert rescued a house destined for the wrecking ball and placed it on the road to revitalization. Soon it could by yours. KEEP READING

Blockheads Rejoice at Owen Block Restoration

POSTED ON: August 11, 2016

News, Saved

The historic Owen Block in downtown Evansville, once slated for the wrecking ball, reopened August 5, restored to its original elegance. KEEP READING

DIY Demonstration Home For Sale in South Bend

POSTED ON: August 11, 2016

News

As our "Vintage Green" program draws to a close, we’re ready to sell the Smogor House in South Bend to a buyer who will appreciate its history and charm. KEEP READING

Supporting Preservation in the “Region”

POSTED ON: August 11, 2016

News

Grants from Indiana Landmarks' Efroymson Family Endangered Places Fund help fuel the efforts of three groups in northwest Indiana. KEEP READING

Great News for Jasper’s Astra Theater

POSTED ON: August 11, 2016

Uncategorized

A grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs is a game-changer in Next Act's volunteer-driven campaign to save Jasper's Astra Theater. KEEP READING

Steer Into This Former Texaco Station for Your Vintage Fix

POSTED ON: August 12, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Antiques enthusiasts can fill up at a historic Texaco service station refitted as Vevay’s newest vintage shop. KEEP READING

Arnold Award Winners Remain Rooted in Tradition

POSTED ON: August 17, 2016

News, Rural Preservation

A Boone County Christmas tree farm receives our 2016 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation KEEP READING

Boone County Farm Wins Rural Preservation Award

POSTED ON: August 17, 2016

Press Releases

KEEP READING

Greentown Historic District Encourages Revitalization

POSTED ON: August 18, 2016

News

A grant from Indiana Landmarks’ Partners in Preservation Program (PIP) will help nominate the Greentown Commercial Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places. KEEP READING

Shelburn Depot: Next Stop on the Road to Reuse

POSTED ON: August 18, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The Town of Shelburn hopes restoring its historic interurban depot will attract a business that will become a destination for area residents and visitors. KEEP READING

Riding With History at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

POSTED ON: August 29, 2016

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

When the opportunity to write a story for the Indiana Automotive newsletter came about, I jumped at the chance to tell the story about National Motor & Vehicle Co. in Indianapolis. KEEP READING

New Use for Indianapolis Naval Armory

POSTED ON: August 30, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

Plans are underway to open Riverside High next year in the distinctive WPA-era landmark. KEEP READING

Pioneering Terre Haute Architect Left Legacy of Landmarks

POSTED ON: August 31, 2016

Modern Landmarks

Juliet Peddle—Modernist architect, artist, historian—broke ground as a woman in the field of architecture while also honoring the heritage of her hometown of Terre Haute. KEEP READING

Oct. 16 Event Explores Chicago World’s Fair Houses

POSTED ON: August 31, 2016

Press Releases

Talks and tours offer insight into homes moved from Chicago to Indiana and their design legacy. KEEP READING

Get to know Historic Salem on Oct. 23

POSTED ON: September 1, 2016

Press Releases

Walking tours invite exploration of historic landmarks. KEEP READING

October First Friday show features dance, visual and performance art

POSTED ON: September 1, 2016

Press Releases

"Flight of Fancy" includes work from 23 artists who work in diverse styles and mediums. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks awards prizes to winners in Indianapolis, Madison and Columbus

POSTED ON: September 6, 2016

Press Releases

Honoring leaders in historic preservation KEEP READING

Normal Hall Inspires Again

POSTED ON: September 6, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The rehabilitated Neoclassical landmark reclaims its role as a central hub of Indiana State University campus. KEEP READING

Honoring People Who Make Preservation a Priority

POSTED ON: September 6, 2016

News, Saved

Trio of winners honored for work supporting historic preservation. KEEP READING

Yesterday’s Tomorrow, Today!

POSTED ON: September 14, 2016

Hidden Gems

Nestled in the dunes overlooking Indiana’s crescent of Lake Michigan shoreline, you might be surprised to find five homes that once embodied the bright future of American architecture… and very nearly became part of its past. KEEP READING

Danke Schoen, Oldenburg

POSTED ON: September 14, 2016

Hidden Gems

For an unforgettable view, drive into Oldenburg from the north where scenic hills frame the European-looking small town. Known as the “Village of the Spires” for the multiple church steeples that punctuate its skyline, the town offers a visitor experience quite different from any other place in eastern Indiana. KEEP READING

From Phony Colonial to Fantastic Facade

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

North Manchester's Historical Society transforms "the least attractive building" in its historic downtown into a handsome asset. KEEP READING

The Future of the Track: An Evening with Mark Miles

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

Press Releases

Indianapolis Motor Speedway's future topic of Nov. 2 event. KEEP READING

Tour Historic Salem on our Afternoon Stroll

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

Events, News, Tours

Enjoy a fall afternoon in scenic Washington County and applaud the winners of Indiana Landmarks’ Southern Regional preservation awards during our “Salem Stroll” on Sunday, October 23. KEEP READING

Oldenburg Convent Plans to Rehab Historic Mother House

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

News

A recent grant from Indiana Landmarks will help the Sisters of St. Francis plan renovations at the convent’s historic Mother House. KEEP READING

More Tickets Available for Century of Progress Experience

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

Events, News, Tours

Due to popular demand, we've opened up more tickets to our Landmarks Experience: Century of Progress on October 16. But they're selling fast! KEEP READING

Burgers and Brews Coming to Evansville’s Greyhound Station

POSTED ON: September 15, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Construction is in full swing to prepare Evansville's restored bus terminal for Bru Burger at the Greyhound. KEEP READING

Talk explores impact of law promoting historic preservation

POSTED ON: September 16, 2016

Press Releases

Illustrated program on October 13 demonstrates how preservation evolved in Indiana and the United States since the 1960s. KEEP READING

Saving Some of Indiana’s Earliest Architecture

POSTED ON: September 19, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

Once a potential target of demolition, the Hilt House in Vincennes went from snoozer to looker in less than a year thanks to diligent work by the Vincennes/Knox Preservation Foundation. KEEP READING

Congregations Unite to Save Four Historic Churches

POSTED ON: September 21, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Sacred Places

Four Catholic parishes in southeast Indiana found strength in numbers and applied their collective resources to preserve and restore four beloved community churches. KEEP READING

Abstract art focus of First Friday show at Indiana Landmarks Center

POSTED ON: September 21, 2016

Press Releases

The Nov. 4 opening in Rapp Family Gallery includes works by Sylvia Gray, Von Biggs, and Margot Dahl. KEEP READING

A House That’s Logged a Lot of Miles

POSTED ON: September 27, 2016

Hidden Gems, Tours

We’ve heard of house moves, and we’ve been responsible for some, but none quite as ambitious and grand as the move of Lafayette’s Potter-Haan House. It traveled all the way from Connecticut to Missouri before coming to rest in Indiana back in 1904. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Announces New Directors and Officers

POSTED ON: September 29, 2016

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks’ board of directors recently elected seven new members and new leadership at its annual meeting in Indianapolis. KEEP READING

Reviving the Holliday Park Ruins

POSTED ON: September 29, 2016

News, Saved

After an ambitious five-year campaign by a dogged grassroots group, Indianapolis's Holliday Park celebrates renovation of its iconic Ruins. KEEP READING

Rehabbers’ journeys involved blood, sweat, tears, laughter

POSTED ON: October 7, 2016

Press Releases

Nov. 11 Spirit and Place event at Indiana Landmarks Center features four storytellers KEEP READING

Campaign to Restore Ayres Clock Before Cherub Arrives

POSTED ON: October 10, 2016

Press Releases

Effort to Raise $20,000 by November 7 KEEP READING

Holiday Organ Concert Combines Organ with Horns and Audience Voices

POSTED ON: October 11, 2016

Press Releases

Audience invited to sing carols under the soaring dome of Indiana Landmarks Center's Grand Hall. KEEP READING

“Pennsy Girls” Rally Community to Save Depot

POSTED ON: October 11, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

A group of five women take the lead to save Decatur’s long-vacant Pennsylvania Train Station and Depot. KEEP READING

Celebrate Preservation Success Stories in Southern Indiana

POSTED ON: October 11, 2016

Events, News, Rehabs & Renovations

On October 23, join us to explore historic landmarks in and around Salem and applaud three inspiring southern Indiana preservation success stories. KEEP READING

Batesville Coffee House Serves More Than Java

POSTED ON: October 11, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Amack’s Well Community Coffee House in Batesville earns our preservation prize for it transformation into a local hub for arts and community outreach. KEEP READING

Former Governor’s Unusual House is Getting a Facelift

POSTED ON: October 17, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Loan helps nonprofit tackle repairs at Brookville house of Indiana's fourth governor KEEP READING

Tiny House Settling into Its New Home

POSTED ON: October 17, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

Restoration begins at the historic Peters-Margedant House, now in its new location at the University of Evansville. KEEP READING

House of Tomorrow Named National Treasure

POSTED ON: October 19, 2016

News

The National Trust joins our campaign to save the futuristic House of Tomorrow in Beverly Shores. KEEP READING

Nation’s Leading Historic Preservation Organization Names The House of Tomorrow a National Treasure

POSTED ON: October 19, 2016

Press Releases

National Trust and Indiana Landmarks announce plan to restore the House of Tomorrow. KEEP READING

Adaptive Use is Former Church’s Saving Grace

POSTED ON: October 19, 2016

African American Landmarks, News, Sacred Places, Saved

Previously threatened with demolition, Phillips Temple in Indianapolis survives thanks to preservation advocacy and creative reuse. KEEP READING

Pioneering Highway Monument Reopens

POSTED ON: October 20, 2016

News

Lincoln Highway landmarks in Dyer receive much-needed attention after years of deterioration. KEEP READING

Meet under the Ayres Clock on November 20

POSTED ON: October 26, 2016

News

With the help of contributors from around the state and beyond, we reached our fundraising goal to restore the 1936 bronze Ayres Clock, a beloved Indianapolis downtown landmark. KEEP READING

A New Turn for Speedway Museum

POSTED ON: October 26, 2016

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Indiana automobile exhibits and other changes lie around the corner for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. KEEP READING

The Rise and Decline of Early Electric Cars

POSTED ON: October 26, 2016

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

With the current surge in popularity of the electric car, it's hard to believe that a century ago this same idea was playing a major role in early automotive history. KEEP READING

Practicing What We Preach

POSTED ON: October 27, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Indiana Landmarks assists owners of historic properties by providing advice and recommendations on repairs and rehab, and we think it’s important to practice what we preach. KEEP READING

“Off the Wall” Sale at Indiana Landmarks’ December First Friday Show

POSTED ON: November 2, 2016

Press Releases

Works by 13 artists will be featured in a First Friday show and holiday sale at Indiana Landmarks' Rapp Family Gallery on December 2. KEEP READING

Preservation Awards Presented in South Bend

POSTED ON: November 3, 2016

Press Releases

At a reception at the former LaSalle Hotel, Indiana Landmarks and the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend recognized individuals and organizations for rehabilitating and reusing historic landmarks. KEEP READING

Reviving Sacred Places

POSTED ON: November 4, 2016

News, Sacred Places

Indiana Landmarks' Sacred Places Indiana aids congregations planning a future for their historic houses of worship by providing intensive training on everything from fundraising to building maintenance to organizational planning. KEEP READING

West Baden Springs, Twenty Years Later

POSTED ON: November 4, 2016

Rehabs & Renovations, Saved, Tours

With thanks to a heroic volunteer corps, this year we celebrate the twentieth anniversary of our West Baden-French Lick tour program. KEEP READING

Cambridge City: Historic Transportation Crossroads

POSTED ON: November 13, 2016

Hidden Gems

The transportation history that shaped Cambridge City remains evident today in early nineteenth-century architecture and an annual festival. KEEP READING

Awards Honor Preservation in South Bend

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

News

Indiana Landmarks’ Northern Regional Office presents three awards illustrating the scope of preservation in South Bend. KEEP READING

Grants Boost Renovation at Cedar Lake Landmarks

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

News

Efroymson Family Fund grants benefit a former hotel and a dance pavilion dating from Cedar Lake's resort-era heyday. KEEP READING

Hoping for a Buyer Who Can Make the Save

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

Endangered Places, News

We hope to save a threatened landmark home in Paoli by marketing it to a preservation-minded buyer. KEEP READING

Quilters Hall of Fame Saves Historic Marion Depot

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

News, Saved

It looked like the end of the line for the old Marion PCC & St. Louis train station in Marion until a preservation savior offered a plan to revitalize the rundown building. KEEP READING

Members Invited to Private Look Inside Indy Landmark

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

Events, News

On December 8, we host a holiday open house at the Indianapolis Masonic Temple, an imposing but little visited Neoclassical masterpiece in the heart of downtown. KEEP READING

Restored House Lends Unique Appeal to Antiques Business

POSTED ON: November 14, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

After opening a shop in a restored Dillsboro house last spring, sisters Melissa Walston and Pam Lewis finally feel like their business has found a home. KEEP READING

Preservation Plays a Key Role in Cambridge City Revival

POSTED ON: November 15, 2016

News

A loan from Indiana Landmarks will help Cambridge City's Main Street organization tackle repairs at one of the city's early commercial buildings. KEEP READING

Lafayette Protects Historic Sites

POSTED ON: November 15, 2016

News

Local designation is the best tool for protecting properties from demolition or changes that alter their historic character. KEEP READING

Holiday teas set for Dec. 3

POSTED ON: November 17, 2016

Press Releases

Enjoy afternoon tea in Victorian home perfect for a holiday outing KEEP READING

Evansville’s Historic Former Greyhound Station Opens as Bru Burger

POSTED ON: November 21, 2016

Press Releases

Ribbon cutting today precedes the restaurant opening to the public in the restored Art Moderne landmark. KEEP READING

Huddleston Barn Gets a Makeover

POSTED ON: November 22, 2016

News

The historic barn at Indiana Landmarks' Huddleston Farmhouse gets a new look in keeping with its storied past. KEEP READING

Fire Seriously Damages North Manchester Landmark

POSTED ON: December 12, 2016

News

We hope the Strauss Building can be saved in spite of devastating damage sustained in a November fire. Losing the building would leave an unsightly gap in the town's historic downtown streetscape. KEEP READING

Carriage House Makeover Fulfills Longtime Dream

POSTED ON: December 12, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Work begins to rehab the Victorian carriage House at the Howard Steamboat Museum in Jeffersonville for use as an event and exhibit facility. KEEP READING

Evansville Buildings on the Road to Rehab

POSTED ON: December 12, 2016

News

Two Evansville buildings will benefit from a state grant program designed to stimulate downtown economic development by providing funds to rehabilitate historic properties. KEEP READING

Group Hopes Renovation Will Spark Rehab Trend

POSTED ON: December 12, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Farrington Renaissance embarks on its first restoration project in one of Terre Haute's oldest neighborhoods, with plans to tackle more in the future. KEEP READING

Creative Reuses Transform Historic Jails

POSTED ON: December 14, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Developers are using outside-the-box thinking to turn historic jails in Lebanon and Martinsville into a restaurant, bar, distillery, and senior apartments. KEEP READING

Turn-Around on Richmond’s Tenth Street

POSTED ON: December 19, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations

By restoring a prominent corner house in the historic corridor, Indiana Landmarks is building on the momentum of other rehabs rejuvenating the neighborhood. KEEP READING

Nominations Sought for State’s Top Restoration Project

POSTED ON: December 19, 2016

Uncategorized

Indiana Landmarks looking for nominations for the 2017 Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration. KEEP READING

Historic Morris School Hits the Road

POSTED ON: December 20, 2016

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

To avoid demolition, a nineteenth-century one-room schoolhouse will be moved to a new home, where it may be restored for use as a programming and events space. KEEP READING

Love Indy? Volunteer to Show It Off!

POSTED ON: January 11, 2017

Press Releases

Matchmaking session connects volunteers with opportunities at Indiana Landmarks. KEEP READING

Wolcott Mound Suggests Ancient History

POSTED ON: January 25, 2017

News, Saved

Ball State students used ground-penetrating radar to deduce the significance of an unusual mound adjacent to a house we rescued in Wolcottville. KEEP READING

Small Town Uncovers Big Surprise

POSTED ON: January 25, 2017

News

Recently, residents of Markle were surprised to discover they’ve had an architectural antique – a genuine early settler’s log home – hiding in plain sight for decades. KEEP READING

Volunteers Launch Campaign to Save Koerner Block

POSTED ON: January 25, 2017

Endangered Places, News

A coalition of Birdseye and Dubois County residents have joined with Indiana Landmarks to try to raise $35,000 to stabilize the partially collapsed Koerner Block. KEEP READING

New Use Slated for Former IPS School

POSTED ON: January 26, 2017

News, Saved

After more than a decade in limbo and a stint on Indiana Landmarks 10 Most Endangered list, Indianapolis Public School (IPS) #97 moves to the “saved” column. KEEP READING

Rush County Heritage Celebrates 30 Years

POSTED ON: January 27, 2017

News, Saved

Rush County Heritage coalesced in 1986 to save the county's iconic covered bridges. Three decades later, the group boasts an admirable portfolio of preservation success stories. KEEP READING

Facade Grants Fuel Revitalization

POSTED ON: January 27, 2017

News

By offering property owners funds to make improvements to building exteriors, city officials hope to trigger a wave of renovation in Aurora's downtown district. KEEP READING

McCurdy Hotel On Track to Open This Year

POSTED ON: January 27, 2017

News, Saved

After decades of decline and a stint on Indiana Landmarks’ 10 Most Endangered list, Evansville’s McCurdy Hotel is slated to reopen this year as luxury apartments. KEEP READING

State Parks Subject of Art Exhibition

POSTED ON: February 6, 2017

Press Releases

Art exhibition includes 70 paintings chronicling artist's two-year study of parks' unique features. KEEP READING

Keeping Hinkle, Hinkle: A Tale of Restoration

POSTED ON: February 7, 2017

Press Releases

Storyteller Sally Perkins shares tale of a great Basketball Cathedral. KEEP READING

Shared Vision: Matching Landmarks to Buyers

POSTED ON: February 9, 2017

News

We acquire landmarks worth saving through purchase and donation, stabilize and clean them up, then sell them to buyers who finish the work, attaching our preservation covenants to protect their distinctive historic character. KEEP READING

Time Capsule Home for Sale in Rising Sun

POSTED ON: February 9, 2017

News, Saved

The Rumpe House exhibits remarkable original character. While some would-be buyers might view the house as a daunting challenge, it also offers a rare opportunity. KEEP READING

Setting Things Straight: The Marmon House

POSTED ON: February 9, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Known to most as the University Club of Indianapolis, the 1921 home on North Delaware was built by the Marmon family of automotive-industry fame. KEEP READING

Restored Rolls-Royce Returns to French Lick

POSTED ON: February 13, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

After years of restoration, the 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom originally owned by Thomas D. Taggart is back on display at southern Indiana's French Lick Resort. KEEP READING

Speedway Historian to Weave Stories, Answer Questions

POSTED ON: February 15, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks Center's Grand Hall hosts event on March 30 KEEP READING

Artist with Parkinson’s Reinvents his Medium and Method

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

Press Releases

Wendell Lowe's work is the focus of a First Friday show on April 7 KEEP READING

Four Heart City Heritage Talks Announced

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

Press Releases

Talks in Elkhart focus on preservation and heritage. KEEP READING

Schoolhouse Gets Landmark Status

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News, Rural Preservation

One of a dwindling number of historic rural schools in the Wabash Valley, a two-room schoolhouse offers a picture of nineteenth-century learning in Vigo County. KEEP READING

Heritage Talks and House Doctor Come to Elkhart

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

Events, News, Resources

Ongoing series brings preservation experts to share their insights in research and outreach. KEEP READING

Threat Escalates for Jeffersonville Landmark

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

Endangered Places, News

Indiana Landmarks seeks a solution for the declining Masonic temple built in 1926, now under threat of demolition. KEEP READING

Richmond Mansion for Sale

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Richmond Neighborhood Restoration restored a house on the Historic National Road to help revitalize the city's "Millionaire's Row." Now for sale, the transformation retained the mansion's original architectural features, inside and out. KEEP READING

Odd Fellows Block Saved

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

Once an entry on Indiana Landmarks' 10 Most Endangered List, Huntington's Odd Fellows Block is now on the road to restoration, with plans to turn the courthouse square anchor into market-rate apartments. KEEP READING

Tours Introduce Historic Downtown Gary

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News, Tours

This summer, tours invite visitors to learn Gary's story and help reimagine the city as a vibrant destination. The tour includes downtown landmarks previously inaccessible to the public. At the same time, a crowdfunding campaign is underway to secure some of the city's key landmarks. KEEP READING

Beloved Landmark Reopens, Completely Restored

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Batesville residents worried about the future of The Sherman House inn and restaurant, a local institution, when it closed in 2014. It recently reopened following a top to bottom restoration that incorporated boutique hotel rooms, the main dining room, and new Black Forest Bar. KEEP READING

Moorish Wonder Needs New Use

POSTED ON: February 21, 2017

News

The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana is hunting for a new use for the Alhambra Theatre, a 1913 entertainment landmark located in the revived Haynie's Corner in Evansville. KEEP READING

Check Out Edinburgh and This Landmark for Sale

POSTED ON: February 22, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Edinburgh is a town on the rise, its downtown undergoing a transformation over the past few years. Indiana Landmarks is selling one of its commercial standouts, the 1854 Thompson Building, following recent improvements to the exterior. KEEP READING

Preservation Conference to Highlight Wabash’s Downtown Revitalization

POSTED ON: February 22, 2017

Press Releases

Downtown hosts statewide preservation conference April 25-28, 2017. KEEP READING

Logs to Lustrons Tour Showcases Dunes Landmarks

POSTED ON: February 24, 2017

Press Releases

May 13-14 tour explores over a century of architecture. KEEP READING

Tiny White Castle #3 Saved!

POSTED ON: March 1, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks will repair tiny castle and sell it with protections KEEP READING

Made in Indiana

POSTED ON: March 7, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

When production ends, it doesn't have to mean the end of the line for a historic factory. Around the state, developers have turned factories into places where people live, eat, shop, and play. KEEP READING

Lessons in Revival from Wabash

POSTED ON: March 8, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved, Tours

Today, as many small towns suffer population loss and the accompanying disinvestment and vacancy, Wabash remains a risk-taking, can-do place known for revitalized buildings, thriving small businesses, and capitalizing on heritage. KEEP READING

Road Tripping in the Era of the Green Book

POSTED ON: March 10, 2017

African American Landmarks, Endangered Places, Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Victor Hugo Green, Harlem postal worker turned travel agent, published the Negro Motorist Green Book from 1936-1967. The guide recommended businesses and attractions around the country, including sites in Indiana, that would be friendly to African American travelers. KEEP READING

The Save We Crave!

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News, Saved

Indiana Landmarks saves one of the oldest original White Castle restaurants. KEEP READING

Richmond Depot Finally Back on Track

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News, Saved

After decades of vacancy and a roller coaster ride of redevelopment proposals, Richmond’s historic Pennsylvania Railroad Station is ready to thrive for the first time since the 1970s. KEEP READING

Honorable Distinction

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News

Two southern Indiana neighborhoods are destined for the nation’s “honor roll” of historic properties thanks to Indiana Landmarks’ Partners in Preservation (PIP) program. KEEP READING

Family Landmark Gets Permanent Protection

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News

With commercial development rapidly expanding in the nearby area, a homeowner in Fort Wayne can rest easy that her historic family home won’t be torn down for a fast food franchise or a used-car lot. KEEP READING

Enter a Portal to the Past

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News, Tours

Built in 1855 as a private home, Aurora's Hillforest has found long life in more public roles. KEEP READING

Investing in Preservation

POSTED ON: March 14, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The owners of Lynn's Pharmacy in Brazil hope rehabilitation of their historic properties will inspire others in the community to follow suit. KEEP READING

House of Tomorrow Restoration Team Announced

POSTED ON: March 15, 2017

Press Releases

Group of experts recruited to rehabilitate America's first glass house. KEEP READING

Touring Indianapolis’s Auto-Making History

POSTED ON: March 16, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Indianapolis was a leading commercial producer of automobiles and taxicabs from 1897 to 1937. Take a closer look with a driving tour of the Circle City's automotive landmarks. KEEP READING

House Remains a Symbol of Evansville History

POSTED ON: March 16, 2017

African American Landmarks, News

Evansville’s Willard Carpenter House, 405 Carpenter Street, is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in the region, and it reminds us of one founding father’s commitment to the community. KEEP READING

Derby Day Party Returns to Veraestau

POSTED ON: March 22, 2017

Press Releases

Ohio River estate hosts traditional Derby Day party on May 6. KEEP READING

Former 10 Most Endangered site in Wabash to be Restored

POSTED ON: March 22, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks to restore historic Sheriff's House and Jail. KEEP READING

Stars and Daffodils at Goethe Link Observatory

POSTED ON: March 30, 2017

Hidden Gems

Goethe Link, a surgeon and a founder of the IU School of Medicine, was also an avid stargazer that in 1939 he built an observatory at his country house in northwest Morgan County. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Announces Rescue of Monon High Bridge

POSTED ON: April 11, 2017

Press Releases

Repairs scheduled for endangered span built in 1891. KEEP READING

Setting the Stage: Delphi Opera House takes Prize

POSTED ON: April 13, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

Heroic restoration of the city's 1865 opera house sparks revitalization throughout downtown. KEEP READING

Delphi Preservation Society Wins Prestigious Restoration Prize

POSTED ON: April 13, 2017

Press Releases, Uncategorized

The society's transformation of its 1895 Opera House merits the Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration. KEEP READING

Revitalization experts to speak in Wabash April 25, 27

POSTED ON: April 18, 2017

Press Releases

National experts offer tips for reviving urban areas and small town downtowns. KEEP READING

DIY Tips From the Experts at Restore Michiana

POSTED ON: April 18, 2017

DIY, News

Whether you're planning your next house project or just ready to learn something new, Restore Michiana returns with lectures and workshops focusing on old-home rehab essentials. KEEP READING

Wabash Sheriff’s House & Jail Wins Reprieve

POSTED ON: April 18, 2017

News

Last month, Indiana Landmarks became proud owner of the Wabash Sheriff’s House & Jail, an endangered historic structure previously marked for demolition. KEEP READING

Vote for Preservation in Southern Indiana

POSTED ON: April 18, 2017

News

Two former 10 Most Endangered sites are vying for funding through the USA Today Network's community grant competition. KEEP READING

Community Support Saves Tiny Newburgh Landmark

POSTED ON: April 20, 2017

News

Newburgh residents rally to save and repurpose the Little Red Brick House, an early community landmark slated for reuse as an amphitheater ticket booth. KEEP READING

Motion Pictures Return to Vevay’s Historic Hoosier Theater

POSTED ON: April 20, 2017

News

With a grant from Switzerland County Tourism, the Historic Hoosier Theater in Vevay recently returned movies to its entertainment lineup. KEEP READING

Photos of Meaningful Hoosier Places Sought for Exhibition

POSTED ON: April 24, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks and iMOCA want photos of special Hoosier places for a July show. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Tour Heads to Terre Haute

POSTED ON: April 25, 2017

Events, Modern Landmarks, News

Our popular Back to the Future: A Mid-Century Modern Home Tour returns for its tenth run, Saturday, June 3 in Terre Haute. KEEP READING

Announcing Indiana’s 10 Most Endangered Places

POSTED ON: May 1, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks announces the 10 Most Endangered for 2017, an annual list of Hoosier landmarks in jeopardy. KEEP READING

10 Most Endangered Places Featured in May 5 Exhibition

POSTED ON: May 2, 2017

Press Releases

Illustrations show imperiled places in a new light. KEEP READING

Tour Irvington by Bike on May 20

POSTED ON: May 3, 2017

Press Releases

Enjoy a spring bike ride while also soaking up the history of Irvington, as Indiana Landmarks stages May biking tours of the storied National Register district on May 20. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Home Tour June 3 in Terre Haute

POSTED ON: May 10, 2017

Press Releases

Indianapolis talk and Terre Haute home tour focus on the era. KEEP READING

African American Artists Stage First Friday Show

POSTED ON: May 11, 2017

Press Releases

WE ARE, a group of eleven African-American artists and innovators, presents a First Friday show on June 2 at Indiana Landmarks Center’s Rapp Family Gallery. KEEP READING

Historic Bedford Homes Open for Tours June 11

POSTED ON: May 12, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks' Double Landmark Look offers an opportunity to see two private homes - one in an old jail. KEEP READING

Bowser, Man and Building

POSTED ON: May 18, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News

S. F. Bowser, inventor of the automobile gas pump, built his 1917 company headquarters in Fort Wayne. His legacy there, however, is a fading one. KEEP READING

Historic Connersville Home Needs a Hero

POSTED ON: May 23, 2017

Endangered Places, News

The Newkirk Mansion dazzles atop a hill overlooking Connersville. Without a new owner and an aggressive restoration plan, however, the house could become another loss. KEEP READING

Vendors Needed for Summer Antiques Market

POSTED ON: May 23, 2017

Events, News

We're looking for vendors of antiques, collectibles, and architectural salvage to participate in events this summer. KEEP READING

Opposites Attract at Bedford Landmark Look

POSTED ON: May 23, 2017

Events, News

Indiana Landmarks' Double Landmark Look in Bedford on June 11 features two private homes, including one in the old Lawrence County sheriff's house and jail. KEEP READING

Aurora Hopes to Tap Brewing History for City Park

POSTED ON: May 23, 2017

News

Enthusiasm grows for turning historic storage caverns, once part of Crescent Brewing Company, into the centerpiece of a new community asset. KEEP READING

Peters-Margedant House: Small But Wrighty

POSTED ON: May 23, 2017

News

Dedication at the University of Evansville marks culmination of a four-year effort to rescue a unique landmark designed by local Frank Lloyd Wright protégé William Wesley Peters. KEEP READING

This Restored Attica Landmark Could be Yours

POSTED ON: May 24, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Situated in the heart of historic Attica, the impressive brick Italianate built by Charles Rohlfing is for sale following a top-to-bottom three-year renovation. KEEP READING

Lecture Highlights Influential Modernist Architect

POSTED ON: May 30, 2017

Events, News

Architect Minoru Yamasaki rebelled against the strict minimalist doctrine of mid-twentieth century architecture, finding inspiration in cathedrals and temples to create Modern buildings designed to surprise and delight. KEEP READING

Landmarks’ South Bend office moves to Kizer House

POSTED ON: May 31, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks' Northern Regional Office in South Bend moves from one landmark to another. KEEP READING

Five Projects Earn Preservation Awards

POSTED ON: June 2, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks presents awards recognizing outstanding restorations in Central Indiana, including Angie's List Old House Rehab Award. KEEP READING

Treasure Hunt Offers Antiques, Vintage, Yard Sales on July 15

POSTED ON: June 7, 2017

Press Releases

Indianapolis's Old Northside neighborhood hosts annual market, yard sales, and entertainment. KEEP READING

Historic Farms Sought for Rural Preservation Award

POSTED ON: June 9, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau to present award at state fair. KEEP READING

Introducing a New Director at Our Gary Office

POSTED ON: June 14, 2017

News

After a year in our Northern Regional Office in South Bend, Brad Miller becomes director of Indiana Landmarks' Northwest Field Office in Gary. KEEP READING

Saving One of the Oldest Houses in Wabash

POSTED ON: June 14, 2017

News

When demolition loomed, Indiana Landmarks stepped in to save the pre-Civil War era Albers House in Wabash. We'll make repairs, then look for a buyer to complete restoration. KEEP READING

Preserving Indiana’s Historic Red Cross Connection

POSTED ON: June 14, 2017

News

Indiana National Resources Foundation is reconstructing the Clara Barton cabin, a fascinating and little-remembered part of Lawrence County’s history. KEEP READING

Evansville Stadium Stands Among Baseball’s Elite

POSTED ON: June 14, 2017

News

Evansville’s Bosse Field stands as a memorial to America’s national pastime. Built in 1915 during the “golden age of ballparks” (1909-1923), the stadium remains an iconic landmark with impressive credentials. KEEP READING

Refreshing Plans for Indy’s Coca-Cola Bottling Plant

POSTED ON: June 16, 2017

Events, News

Developers are concocting plans to transform one of the city's finest Art Deco landmarks into a robust mixed-use space. Our tour on August 12 offers an exclusive "before" look at the historic property. KEEP READING

Showcase Home Needs Some TLC

POSTED ON: June 20, 2017

News

It's an eclectic architectural sampler, and now this Batesville home needs attention before deferred maintenance causes further damage. KEEP READING

Private Car Collections on Tour in Bloomington

POSTED ON: June 20, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Automotive, an affinity group of Indiana Landmarks, hosts a Bloomington tour on July 8 that visits two local auto collections and includes a look at a very early car manufactured in the city. KEEP READING

Staying True to Form at Lafayette’s Fowler House

POSTED ON: June 20, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

We're working with owners of the historic Fowler House to make sure work to transform the remarkable home into an events venue doesn't alter its historic character. KEEP READING

Couple Captivated by House on Millionaire’s Row

POSTED ON: June 26, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

After a $200,000 renovation by Richmond Neighborhood Restoration, the McGuire Mansion is in the hands of new owners, a match that seems designed by providence. KEEP READING

“Before” Tour of Indianapolis Coca-Cola Building on August 12

POSTED ON: July 5, 2017

Press Releases

On Aug. 12, Indiana Landmarks stages a tour of the former Coca-Cola building in Indianapolis before Hendricks Commercial Properties redevelops the property as apartments, retail shops, movie theater, and boutique hotel. KEEP READING

Revival Rooted in History

POSTED ON: July 6, 2017

Tours

On August 18 and 19, Indiana Landmarks hosts a two-day workshop and tour examining the heritage of Baptisttown, one of the largest African American communities in southern Indiana. KEEP READING

On the Right Track

POSTED ON: July 6, 2017

Rehabs & Renovations

Using grants from the state's Stellar Communities program, Bedford moved its 1899 depot downtown for use as a welcome center, museum, and trail head. KEEP READING

Treasure Hunt Offers Antiques Market & More

POSTED ON: July 6, 2017

Press Releases

You can buy an antique table, a used stroller, a contemporary artist’s photograph, learn to juggle, grab a beer and a brat, or sip tea in a Victorian setting, all at Treasure Hunt on Saturday, July 15. KEEP READING

West Baden Twilight Tours Make History Come Alive

POSTED ON: July 10, 2017

Press Releases

Step back in time and meet costumed characters from the historic hotel's colorful past. KEEP READING

Meaningful Places Photo Exhibition opens July 15

POSTED ON: July 11, 2017

Press Releases

The juried exhibition features 30 photographs by 21 Indiana artists from across the state. KEEP READING

Southern Indiana Church Joins Group of Elite Peers

POSTED ON: July 20, 2017

African American Landmarks, News

New Albany's Second Baptist Church wins recognition as a “Network to Freedom” site, honoring the role the church played in the Underground Railroad. KEEP READING

Terre Haute Gem Has Lost its Luster

POSTED ON: July 20, 2017

News

A temple-like landmark with gleaming white stucco walls, Rea Park's Clubhouse was the crowning jewel of Terre Haute parks. Today, it’s a gem in need of polishing. KEEP READING

Reversing Blight in a Historic Neighborhood

POSTED ON: July 20, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Rehab of a home on Evansville's Washington Avenue highlights rejuvenation in a historic neighborhood previously plagued by demolition and neglect. KEEP READING

First Christian Church Initiates Drip Campaign

POSTED ON: July 24, 2017

News

Water seeping through aging skylights threatens a signature feature at one of Columbus's premier Modernist landmarks. KEEP READING

Tiny Building Inspires Community Enthusiasm

POSTED ON: July 27, 2017

News

A small group of volunteers rallies outsized support for saving and restoring the long-vacant Ward Township School No. 5 in Randolph County. KEEP READING

Friends Group Ignites Fire Tower Renovation

POSTED ON: July 27, 2017

News

After a turbo-charged fundraising campaign, repairs will begin soon to renovate and reopen a rare Depression-era landmark in Bluffton's Ouabache State Park. KEEP READING

West Baden Springs sets Twilight Tours

POSTED ON: August 1, 2017

Press Releases

History comes alive on August 26, September 16. KEEP READING

A Family Affair with Bungalows

POSTED ON: August 3, 2017

Rehabs & Renovations

After years of admiring a brick bungalow in Valparaiso, Steve and Patricia Ingram can finally call the historic home their own. But that's only half of the story. KEEP READING

Evansville Workshop Focuses on Revitalizing Historic African American Places

POSTED ON: August 3, 2017

Press Releases

On August 18 and 19, Indiana Landmarks hosts Reviving Baptisttown, a workshop and tour examining the area’s heritage, and how harnessing history can help revive African American places across the state. KEEP READING

Media Preview: Coca-Cola “Before” Tour on Saturday

POSTED ON: August 8, 2017

Press Releases

Media are invited on a “before” tour of the Coca-Cola bottling plant that Hendricks Commercial Properties will reinvent as Bottleworks, with apartments, restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and a boutique hotel. KEEP READING

Howard County Farm Wins Rural Preservation Award

POSTED ON: August 16, 2017

Press Releases

On August 17 at the Indiana State Fair, Tim and Beth Sheets will receive the 2017 Arnold Award for Rural Preservation honoring their Howard County alpaca farm. KEEP READING

Jam-Packed First Friday Show Features Work by 57 Artists

POSTED ON: August 22, 2017

Press Releases

FLAVA FRESH, an annual juried exhibition series featuring newly-discovered, underrepresented, emerging and early-career visual artists, presents a First Friday show on September 1 at Indiana Landmarks Center’s Rapp Family Gallery. KEEP READING

Soft Proposals Sought for Marshall County Home

POSTED ON: August 25, 2017

Press Releases

Marshall County Commissioners seek a new use for the National Register listed Shady Rest Home located east of Plymouth on the historic Lincoln Highway National Byway. Soft proposals for the property are due September 5, 2017. KEEP READING

Prime Real Estate Available on Historic National Road

POSTED ON: August 28, 2017

News

If you haven’t been to Cambridge City in a while, you’ll be impressed by the downtown revitalization. And there’s a building for sale that’s worth your notice. KEEP READING

Marktown Celebrates 100 Years

POSTED ON: August 28, 2017

Hidden Gems

Sandwiched between East Chicago’s hulking steel mills and refineries, the quaint anachronism called Marktown originated in 1917 as a planned community for workers KEEP READING

Orleans Launches Downtown Makeover

POSTED ON: August 28, 2017

News

Inspired by the town’s 2015 bicentennial, Orleans launched a number of downtown improvement projects. KEEP READING

Ripley County’s Covered Bridges Make a Picturesque Destination

POSTED ON: August 28, 2017

News

Covered bridges are an Indiana icon, so it’s no surprise the state's new license plate features a red covered bridge. Ripley County boasts two spans that could have served as picturesque inspiration. KEEP READING

Undaunted: Rescuer Takes On Restoration Challenge

POSTED ON: August 28, 2017

Uncategorized

A local Realtor's recent purchase of the Cook Mansion in Evansville puts him in possession of one of the city’s most prominent – but seriously dilapidated – historic homes KEEP READING

West Lafayette Weighs in to Save Threatened Cottage

POSTED ON: August 29, 2017

News

Grand View Cemetery's historic caretaker's cottage looked like a goner until city officials struck a deal to save and repurpose the distinctive landmark. KEEP READING

Let’s Not Lose Another One

POSTED ON: August 30, 2017

News

Shady Rest, the former county home in Marshall County, needs a new use. County commissioners hope to see the National Register-listed property repurposed. KEEP READING

Quarry, Tunnel, & Theater Subjects of Award-Winning Photos

POSTED ON: August 30, 2017

Press Releases

Winners announced in iMOCA and Indiana Landmarks exhibition. KEEP READING

Guided Tours Explore Garfield Park Neighborhood on Foot and Bike

POSTED ON: August 31, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks is hosting walking and biking tours of historic Garfield Park and the surrounding neighborhood on Sept. 14 and 16. KEEP READING

Preserving the Legacy of Roberts Settlement

POSTED ON: September 6, 2017

News

Two grants from Indiana Landmarks will help preserve important buildings at Roberts Settlement in Hamilton County, one of the state's oldest historically black communities. KEEP READING

Bringing Back Acorn Hall

POSTED ON: September 7, 2017

News, Saved

Built for a whiskey distiller in 1883, Acorn Hall in Greendale was left in limbo in recent years by a complicated foreclosure. Now, Bill and Nancy Smith are bringing the home back to its former glory. KEEP READING

Honoring Heritage Leaders

POSTED ON: September 7, 2017

News

Preservationists in Attica, Noblesville, and Indianapolis win top awards for their work protecting historic places. KEEP READING

Preservationists in Indy, Noblesville, Attica Honored

POSTED ON: September 11, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks awards prizes at annual meeting in Indianapolis. KEEP READING

Barn Tour Highlights Vanishing Hoosier Icon

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

News

Explore vintage barns during a self-guided tour in Monroe County on Saturday, October 28, hosted by the Indiana Barn Foundation. KEEP READING

Accelerating Decline Threatens Marion Landmark

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

News

City officials in Marion want to find a new purpose for the old National Bank, but out-of-state ownership and escalating deterioration are complicating the search. KEEP READING

Refurbished City Market Clock Unveiled

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks, Indianapolis City Market, and Katz, Sapper, & Miller team up to restore historic treasure. KEEP READING

Rescue Aims to Spark Revitalization

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

News

We're taking on restoration of an important house in New Albany with plans to make it the new home of our Southern Regional Office. KEEP READING

Tour Offers Inside Look at Speakman House

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

News, Tours

On October 22, visitors will get a rare look at one of Indiana’s grandest yet most endangered homes, when the Ohio County Historical Society hosts a tour of the Speakman House in Rising Sun. KEEP READING

Vintage Buses Gather in Evansville for Rally

POSTED ON: September 19, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News

Evansville's recently restored Greyhound station becomes the backdrop for the largest gathering of vintage buses ever displayed in the U.S. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Names New Eastern Regional Office Director

POSTED ON: October 16, 2017

Press Releases

Reception on November 7 offers opportunity to meet Jessie Russett. KEEP READING

Silent Horror Film, Live Pipe Organ Scare Up Classic Halloween

POSTED ON: October 18, 2017

Press Releases

Sammy Terry to emcee event at Indiana Landmarks Center. KEEP READING

Teaming up on a Plan for the Kizer House

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

News

Alumni from Notre Dame focus their expertise on developing a business plan for Indiana Landmarks' restoration of South Bend's Kizer House. KEEP READING

You Could Own Cole Porter’s Birthplace

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The restored childhood home of one of America's most beloved twentieth-century songwriters is for sale in Peru, Indiana. Could it be the one for you? KEEP READING

New Hope for Madison’s Fire-Damaged Lodge

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

News

Eleven years after a fire nearly destroyed Madison’s 1904 Elks Lodge, the building has a new owner and a new planned use. KEEP READING

A New Future for an Indianapolis Automotive Landmark

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

Endangered Places, Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News, Saved, Tours

The long vacant 1914 Ford Motor Company Plant in Indianapolis passes to new ownership this month, ensuring a sustainable future for an important automotive landmark. KEEP READING

Rural Cemeteries Weren’t Meant to Be Scary

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

News

Cemeteries get a lot of attention this time of year, usually as the setting for ghost stories and scary movies. But cemeteries weren’t always regarded as eerie places. KEEP READING

Purchase and Sale Saves Endangered Connersville Mansion

POSTED ON: October 19, 2017

Press Releases

Buyers hope mansion's renovation will spark downtown revitalization. KEEP READING

The Architectural Firm That Shaped Terre Haute

POSTED ON: October 20, 2017

News

An exhibit at Terre Haute's Swope Art Museum highlights the legacy of hometown architectural firm Miller & Yeager. KEEP READING

Take It from the Top: Replacing a 125-Year-Old Roof

POSTED ON: October 24, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

After more than a century, the original slate roof at Kokomo's Seiberling Mansion was far beyond its useful life, and chronic leaks would spell disaster for the spectacular house. KEEP READING

Endangered Newkirk Mansion Saved!

POSTED ON: October 24, 2017

Endangered Places, News, Saved

It's one of the Indiana's most architecturally distinctive homes, and after decades of neglect Connersville's Newkirk Mansion is back in the hands of owners who cherish it. KEEP READING

Gary Builds Momentum for Preservation

POSTED ON: October 25, 2017

News

A growing number of Gary residents, organizations, and City staff have begun to build momentum for historic preservation in the Magic City’s downtown. KEEP READING

Tour and Lecture Explore Impact of Ford Innovations

POSTED ON: October 25, 2017

Press Releases

Nov. 9 lecture, Nov. 11 tour examine Ford's legacy in Indianapolis. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Dream House Tour December 2+3

POSTED ON: October 30, 2017

Press Releases

Special event is a fundraiser for restoration of Keck-designed House of Tomorrow. KEEP READING

Christmas in the Country on Dec. 3 in Aurora

POSTED ON: November 6, 2017

Press Releases

Event features two historic homes decked out in Victorian style. KEEP READING

Finding Solutions for White Elephants

POSTED ON: November 8, 2017

Endangered Places, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

When a landmark gets the white elephant label, the word demolition usually surfaces. Indiana Landmarks tries to save these historic structures, helping to identify new purposes and imaginative developers. KEEP READING

Reclaiming a Beloved Bungalow

POSTED ON: November 8, 2017

Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

A for sale sign drew in old house lovers Jeff Been and Eric Graninger, who saw preserving a charming bungalow on East Monroe Street as essential to keeping Delphi's historic fabric intact. KEEP READING

Revived by Alpacas and Agritourism

POSTED ON: November 8, 2017

Rural Preservation

Tim and Beth Sheets' careful stewardship of their Howard County family farm merited the 2017 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Offers Volunteer Tour Guide Opportunities

POSTED ON: November 8, 2017

Press Releases

Known for saving buildings and showing them off, Indiana Landmarks needs more tour guide volunteers, called docents. The nonprofit organization's tours have been selling out and running wait lists. KEEP READING

One-Day Show and Sale of Original Art at Indiana Landmarks Center

POSTED ON: November 13, 2017

Press Releases

On Dec. 1, Indiana Landmarks’ First Friday gallery show doubles as a holiday bazaar where visitors can immediately take home what they buy. KEEP READING

Holiday Concert Combines Organ with Piano, Horns, Bells and Voices

POSTED ON: November 13, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks’ annual December organ concert features traditional and contemporary holiday music starring the restored 1892 Grand Hall organ, joined by piano, horns, handbells, and professional singers. KEEP READING

River Views Could Belong to You

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

News

A collection of buildings adapted for commercial and residential uses, Rising Sun’s Courtyard property occupies a prime half-block in the city’s historic downtown. All it needs is the right buyer. KEEP READING

Carroll County Group Shows School Spirit

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

News

Following a concerted effort to preserve it, the historic Milburn School in Carroll County is poised to teach lessons in restoration. KEEP READING

A Mission Inspired by History

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Sacred Places

Guided by our Sacred Places Indiana program, the congregation of Hobart First United Methodist Church turned to its historic building for inspiration in renewing its commitment to community service. KEEP READING

Resurrecting a Historic Church

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

News, Sacred Places

Call it happenstance or maybe divine intervention. When the quaint old Church of the Brethren in Roann desperately needed a savior, Valerie Wilcox stepped in. KEEP READING

Fire Destroys Hopes for Birdseye Building

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

News

After years of planning, the people trying to save Birdseye’s historic 1894 Koerner Block looked on helplessly last month when an arson fire destroyed the landmark. KEEP READING

Member Event Showcases Indianapolis Landmarks

POSTED ON: November 15, 2017

Events, News

On Friday, December 8, our annual Holiday Open House in Indianapolis features two striking properties in the Old Northside Historic District. KEEP READING

South Bend Landmarks on Holiday Display

POSTED ON: November 20, 2017

Events

The historic Kizer House and other landmarks in South Bend's West Washington Historic District take center stage during a public tour and an open house for members of Indiana Landmarks. KEEP READING

Economist to Evaluate Impact of Historic Preservation in Indy

POSTED ON: November 21, 2017

Press Releases

National expert discusses economic contributions of historic buildings to community. KEEP READING

Nominations Sought for Indiana’s Top Restoration Prize

POSTED ON: November 29, 2017

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks seeks nominations for its annual Cook Cup, a prestigious prize for exemplary restoration of a historic Indiana structure. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks offers another tour of Coca-Cola plant before reinvention as Bottleworks

POSTED ON: December 1, 2017

Press Releases

First "before" tour of Art Deco building sold out. KEEP READING

Elwood Haynes: Indiana’s Automotive Pioneer

POSTED ON: December 13, 2017

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

The memory of inventor, industrialist, and automotive pioneer Elwood Haynes is alive and well in his adopted hometown of Kokomo. KEEP READING

The Rejuvenating Power of Mineral Springs

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News

Three downtown landmarks dating from Martinsville's heyday as a mineral springs destination are under renovation to become affordable housing for seniors. KEEP READING

Future Uncertain for Muncie Fieldhouse

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News

Damage from a November storm remains un-repaired, leaving Muncie's historic fieldhouse in a state of limbo and open to the elements. KEEP READING

Saint Paul’s UMC Celebrates Restored Historic Organ

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News, Sacred Places

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church in South Bend debuts its original 1901 Bennett organ after a nearly $500,000 restoration. KEEP READING

Tiny Town Banks on Historic Rehabilitation

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

In Wabash County, tiny Lagro, population 415, is betting on rehab of three landmark buildings to spark downtown revitalization. KEEP READING

Schimpff’s Confectionery Embraces History

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Schimpff’s Confectionery unveils its expanded space in the c.1870 building at 345 Spring Street in Jeffersonville after a nearly two-year restoration. KEEP READING

New Owners Take on Unique Properties

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News

Indiana Landmarks found new owners with the vision and resources to transform two historic properties in southeastern Indiana. KEEP READING

Rockport Leverages Preservation for Economic Development

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News

Once restoration is complete, Rockport officials hope an 1870 commercial building on Main Street will serve as an anchor for downtown revitalization. KEEP READING

Spencer Pride Plans Expansion in Historic Building

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The historic IORM building will soon return to its early role as a hub of activity on Spencer’s courthouse square, thanks to its new owner, Spencer Pride. KEEP READING

Steel Spans Hold Place of Pride

POSTED ON: December 18, 2017

News

Two historic steel bridges over the Kankakee River remain popular icons, and inspire enduring legend, in Porter County. KEEP READING

Grant Funding Available for Humanities-Based Programming

POSTED ON: January 3, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Humanities announces 2018 deadlines for three grant programs. KEEP READING

Selling to Make the Save

POSTED ON: January 11, 2018

Saved

To save the endangered Newkirk Mansion in Connersville, we used a tactic that we came to rely on during the recession, when we had zero spare cash, and continue to use because it’s just smart business. KEEP READING

Marrying People with Places

POSTED ON: January 11, 2018

News

Sometimes we're architectural match-makers, connecting people and properties we think could make beautiful music together, like a young couple from South Bend and a house that needed some TLC. KEEP READING

First Friday Art Show Features Paintings of Historic Indiana

POSTED ON: January 16, 2018

Press Releases

Brock Cagann’s First Friday show in February at Indiana Landmarks Center features paintings inspired by historic black-and-white photos of early twentieth-century Indianapolis buildings and streetscapes. KEEP READING

Storyteller to Present Restoration Saga of Delphi Opera House

POSTED ON: January 22, 2018

Press Releases

Bloomington storyteller David Matlack shares tale of landmark's revival. KEEP READING

South Bend Revives Studebaker Electric Fountain

POSTED ON: January 23, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News

Volunteers track down a beloved fountain, removed from South Bend's Howard Park decades ago and mostly lost to memory, and launch a campaign to have it restored and reinstalled. KEEP READING

Crowd Cheers as Damaged Paoli Bridge Reopens

POSTED ON: January 24, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Despite frigid January temperatures, nearly three dozen bridge enthusiasts and a host of media braved the cold to celebrate reopening of Paoli’s historic 1880 Gospel Street Bridge on January 3. KEEP READING

New Owner Steps Forward to Rescue Endangered House

POSTED ON: January 24, 2018

News, Saved

After a stint on our 10 Most Endangered list, one of Indiana’s great historic houses is headed toward salvation. A new owner plans to revive Ohio County’s Speakman House, a Greek Revival standout. KEEP READING

Holding on to Hope for Evansville’s Alhambra

POSTED ON: January 24, 2018

News

Almost 50 years after its closing, Evansville’s Alhambra Theatre still presents a reuse conundrum, but new owners with a personal connection to the area hope to find a way to make the building a neighborhood asset. KEEP READING

The Struggle to Save Sacred Spaces

POSTED ON: January 24, 2018

Endangered Places, News, Sacred Places

Indiana Landmarks is working with residents and parishioners in Whiting to avert demolition and save two historic churches for a new purpose. KEEP READING

Delphi Opera House Triggers Restoration Ripple

POSTED ON: January 25, 2018

News

The restoration of Delphi's Opera House earned accolades and set the stage for rehab of the 1865 Crosby Hotel next door. KEEP READING

Fire Destroys Historic Building in Downtown Warren

POSTED ON: January 25, 2018

News

The small town of Warren has poured a lot of effort into its three-block downtown in recent years, so when fire claimed a historic building in December, it was a particularly discouraging blow. KEEP READING

Preservation Group Launches Rehab in New Castle

POSTED ON: January 30, 2018

News

For its first project, Preserve Henry County pulled together key players and funding to save a vacant and deteriorating building in the heart of New Castle’s commercial historic district. KEEP READING

Pointing the Way to Heaven

POSTED ON: February 1, 2018

Hidden Gems

James Tyson, Versailles native and co-founder of Walgreen's, left his hometown an impressive architectural legacy in the form of Tyson Methodist Temple. KEEP READING

Conference highlights preservation of Mid-Century Modern landmarks

POSTED ON: February 13, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana’s statewide preservation conference takes place in Columbus for the first time, April 17-20. While the conference covers a host of topics and issues, this year’s agenda emphasizes saving and reviving Mid-Century Modern buildings—the source of Columbus’s international recognition. KEEP READING

Five artists’ work featured at March 2 show

POSTED ON: February 13, 2018

Press Releases

Five artists who work in different mediums explore what ties people to their surroundings and experiences in “People: Nature/Phases,” a First Friday group show at Indiana Landmarks Center on March 2. KEEP READING

Former Milwaukee mayor to talk about progressive alternatives to urban freeway

POSTED ON: February 14, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks Center hosts the free talk on February 26. KEEP READING

Prolific but little-known Indy architect subject of March 22 talk

POSTED ON: February 16, 2018

Press Releases

Researcher Deedee Davis shares Louis H. Gibson's legacy in Indiana and beyond. KEEP READING

Museum Highlight: Gem on the Indiana Prairie

POSTED ON: February 16, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Indiana's love affair with the automobile is on full display at the Kokomo Automotive Museum in Howard County. KEEP READING

Crime Stopper: Goshen’s Tiny Police Booth

POSTED ON: February 20, 2018

Hidden Gems

At the corner of Main and Lincoln on Goshen’s courthouse square, an unassuming building gave the people of Goshen the reassurance they needed to sleep peacefully at night during the Great Depression. KEEP READING

Sanatorium Building Saved by the Arts

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

News

A long-vacant staff dormitory at Lake County's former tuberculosis sanatorium is headed toward reuse as a regional arts hub. KEEP READING

Farm Equipment Damages Two Historic Boone County Bridges

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

News

In central Indiana, Boone County residents face the challenge of restoring two historic metal trusses, both damaged by oversized farm equipment. KEEP READING

Grant Allows Peru Church to Offer Warm(er) Welcome

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

African American Landmarks, News, Sacred Places

A grant from our Sacred Places Indiana program recently helped the congregation of a modest church in Peru save its historic windows. KEEP READING

Partnering to Make the Save

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

News

Working with Indiana Landmarks, Jeffersonville officials craft a solution to save the city's historic Masonic Temple. KEEP READING

Knowledge is Power at Indiana’s Oldest Public Library

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

Hidden Gems

Part library, part museum, part memorial to a Utopian dream, the Working Men’s Institute in New Harmony offers a unique glimpse of early nineteenth-century history and one man’s commitment to the power of knowledge. KEEP READING

Buyer Alert: a Square Deal in Versailles

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

News

Two buildings on Versailles' courthouse square are for sale for the first time in more than three decades, a unique opportunity for the right rehab-minded buyer. KEEP READING

Traveling the Lincoln Highway in Indiana

POSTED ON: February 21, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks, News

Indiana native Carl Fisher laid out a plan to build America’s first paved transcontinental route, called the Lincoln Highway in honor of the Great Emancipator, a road that remains a relevant and vital part of the communities on its path. KEEP READING

Preservation Award Nominations Sought

POSTED ON: March 2, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks invites nominations for two annual awards accompanied by cash as well as the sculptures that represent the prizes. KEEP READING

Frank Lloyd Wright in Indiana

POSTED ON: March 2, 2018

Rehabs & Renovations, Saved, Tours

Exploring famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright's legacy in Indiana, where seven of his designs remain. KEEP READING

Landmark Look showcases historic homes on May 19

POSTED ON: March 5, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks hosts a double Landmark Look on May 19, offering visitors a peek at two historic homes in Dupont and Madison. KEEP READING

Photography Exhibition at Indiana Landmarks for April First Friday

POSTED ON: March 8, 2018

Press Releases

Experience “a day in the life” through photography at Indiana Landmarks’ First Friday show on April 6. The group show will focus on diverse interpretations of everyday life and showcase the work of many local artists whose photography styles range from visual journalism to surrealism. KEEP READING

Speedway historian to weave stories, interview veteran drivers

POSTED ON: March 8, 2018

Press Releases

On April 5, Indianapolis Motor Speedway historian and storyteller Donald Davidson will take the stage at Indiana Landmarks to talk track with veteran Indy 500 drivers Spike Gehlhausen and Johnny Parsons, Jr. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks seeks antiques vendors for two summer events

POSTED ON: March 9, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks is looking for vendors of antiques, collectibles and architectural salvage to participate in its Treasure Hunt antiques markets this summer—July 14 in Indianapolis and July 21 in South Bend. KEEP READING

The End of a Retail Era in Evansville

POSTED ON: March 20, 2018

News

After being at the forefront of the company’s retail expansion, the last Sears store in Evansville is slated to close in April 2018. KEEP READING

Your Chance to Own a Historic Depot

POSTED ON: March 20, 2018

News

Railroad enthusiasts or anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind peaceful retreat should check out a unique real estate listing in New Augusta, a quiet historic enclave nine miles northwest of downtown Indianapolis. KEEP READING

Reuse Could Start New Chapter for Former Library

POSTED ON: March 20, 2018

News

A local group aims to revive Hammond's Hessville library – vacant and boarded since it closed – as a community learning center. KEEP READING

Revitalization Strategy Focuses on Local Business

POSTED ON: March 20, 2018

News

The town of Converse believes supporting small, local business is the right approach to revitalization and preservation. KEEP READING

Awards Spotlight Aurora Preservation Projects

POSTED ON: March 20, 2018

News

Aurora’s Historic Preservation Commission presents its annual awards recognizing rehabilitation projects for significant investment and improved visual appeal in the city’s locally designated historic district. KEEP READING

Tour Highlights Big Style in Small Spaces

POSTED ON: March 21, 2018

Events, News

On May 19, our Landmark Look in southern Indiana features two small historic houses that pack a mighty architectural punch. KEEP READING

Old Clifty Log Church Shows Staying Power

POSTED ON: March 21, 2018

News

Nestled in a wooded valley near Bloomfield, Old Clifty Church is one of the earliest surviving buildings in Green County and one of the state’s oldest log churches still in its original location. KEEP READING

Workshop for nonprofit board members

POSTED ON: March 22, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks is sponsoring a Board Management Best Practices Workshop on Tuesday, April 17, in Columbus. The two-hour session is open to members of neighborhood organizations and other small non-profits. KEEP READING

New Albany Underground Railroad site wins restoration prize

POSTED ON: March 22, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks announced Second Baptist Church in New Albany as the winner of the 2018 Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration. KEEP READING

Dunes Home Tour Set for May 5

POSTED ON: April 2, 2018

Press Releases

Whether you’re captivated by rustic log cabins, love Victorian-era houses, or you’re mad for Mid-Century Modern, the Logs to Lustrons Tour on May 5 in the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore will satisfy your interest. KEEP READING

Historic farms sought for rural preservation award

POSTED ON: April 11, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau welcome nominations for the 2018 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation. The award recognizes the preservation and continued agricultural use of historic farm buildings in Indiana. KEEP READING

Indiana’s Historic Oval Raceways

POSTED ON: April 12, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Before the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was founded, oval racing got its start at some lesser known raceways and tracks across the Midwest. KEEP READING

Following the Tracks of Louis and Gaston Chevrolet

POSTED ON: April 13, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

With help from Chevrolet historian Martin Sinzig, Indiana Automotive member Shawn Miller uncovers a bit of Indianapolis racing history hidden in plain sight. KEEP READING

Connersville Church to be Sold for New Use

POSTED ON: April 16, 2018

News

Indiana Landmarks will make repairs to the former Trinity Episcopal church and parish house in Connersville before selling the properties to a buyer with a plan for their reuse. KEEP READING

Repairs Scheduled for Washington County Courthouse

POSTED ON: April 16, 2018

News, Saved

Galvanized by the courthouse's inclusion on Indiana Landmarks' 10 Most list, Washington County officials have committed more than $1 million to repair and restore the spectacular Romanesque Revival landmark. KEEP READING

Fort Wayne Factory Headed for New Use

POSTED ON: April 18, 2018

News

A team of developers plans to transform Fort Wayne's abandoned GE complex into a vibrant urban hub with cool industrial vibes. KEEP READING

Helping Two Buildings Tell Their Stories

POSTED ON: April 18, 2018

News

The Porter County Museum uncovers fascinating hints of history as it rehabs two downtown buildings for expanded exhibit space. KEEP READING

Explore Evansville History and Preservation in May

POSTED ON: April 19, 2018

Events, News

Evansville's lineup of Historic Preservation Month activities includes a talk by Indiana Landmarks' president Marsh Davis exploring high profile preservation projects in Evansville and beyond. KEEP READING

Talk on Pokagon Structures Kicks off Lecture Series

POSTED ON: April 20, 2018

Uncategorized

Indiana Landmarks and Ruthmere Foundation partner to offer the Heart City Lecture Series, talks exploring local heritage and architecture. KEEP READING

New Albany Church Wins Cook Cup

POSTED ON: April 27, 2018

African American Landmarks, News, Sacred Places, Saved

Indiana Landmarks recognizes the outstanding restoration of Second Baptist Church, an Underground Railroad landmark. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Tour is “Back” Again

POSTED ON: May 2, 2018

Events, Modern Landmarks, News

Our annual Back to the Future Mid-Century Modern Home Tour returns for its eleventh year, this time spotlighting five house on Indianapolis's north side. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Talk and Tour

POSTED ON: May 3, 2018

Modern Landmarks, Press Releases

Indiana Modern, an affinity group of Indiana Landmarks, sponsors the eleventh annual Mid-Century Modern talk and tour, both in Indianapolis this year. KEEP READING

Fine and Underground Art Theme of June 1 Art Show

POSTED ON: May 8, 2018

Press Releases

At Indiana Landmarks’ Rapp Family Gallery, the June First Friday art show presents “Off the Record: The Melody of Fine and Underground Art.” The group show displays the work of 28 artists inspired by punk aesthetics, rock music, pop culture, and political topics. KEEP READING

Film Screening Coincides with 65/70 Discussions

POSTED ON: May 11, 2018

Press Releases

Citizen Jane: Battle for the City has relevance in current highway expansion debate in Indianapolis. KEEP READING

Gary Bank Receives Preservation Award

POSTED ON: May 22, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks’ Northwest Field Office recognized Centier Bank with an Adaptive Reuse Award for transforming a storefront space in the historic Gary State Bank building. KEEP READING

Rushville Enjoys a Redevelopment Boom

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

News

Designation through the state's Stellar Communities program has trigged a surge of investment and improvements in Rushville, including revitalization of several historic buildings. KEEP READING

Treasure Hunt North Returns to South Bend

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

Events, News

Hunt for treasure, or be a vendor, when Indiana Landmarks brings Treasure Hunt North back to South Bend on July 21. You’ll find booths of antiques, collectibles and architectural salvage in a festival atmosphere throughout the West Washington National Register District. KEEP READING

Exploring Old and New in Rensselaer

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

News

Like any city, Rensselaer has evolved and changed. The blend of old and new sets the stage for an enjoyable exploration of architectural heritage. KEEP READING

Celebrating Progress in Downtown Marion

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

Events, News

A downtown loft tour on June 16 highlights the success in using preservation as an economic development tool in downtown Marion. KEEP READING

Endangered Sites Pose Preservation Challenge

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

Endangered Places, News

Indiana Landmarks’ 2018 list of the state’s 10 Most Endangered places includes two sites in the southern region. The two pose very different preservation challenges for important aspects of of our shared heritage. KEEP READING

A Cool Investment in Downtown Lawrenceburg

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

News

Historic downtown Lawrenceburg welcomes a new business just in time for warm weather. Strong’s Sugar Shack, housed in a c.1868 commercial building, opened in April featuring locally made candy, hand dipped ice cream, baked goods, coffee, and more. KEEP READING

Evansville YMCA Headed for a New Use

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

News

Evansville's landmark Shopbell YMCA building in Evansville is slated to become 64 income-based apartment units, bringing much needed affordable living units into the downtown area. KEEP READING

A Towering Achievement Decades in the Making

POSTED ON: May 24, 2018

News

After an absence of nearly 80-years, a clock tower once again tops the Montgomery County Courthouse in Crawfordsville. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks presents preservation awards and free lecture

POSTED ON: May 31, 2018

Press Releases

On May 31, Indiana Landmarks will present awards for central Indiana preservation projects before its Indiana Modern affinity group offers a free lecture on women in design at General Motors during the Modernist era. KEEP READING

Preview of new restaurant in historic post office set for June 9

POSTED ON: June 5, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks is hosting an inside look at Franklin's historic 1936 post office before it reopens to the public as a restaurant. KEEP READING

Treasure Hunt offers antiques market July 14

POSTED ON: June 12, 2018

Press Releases

Annual festival event at Indiana Landmarks campus and surrounding Old Northside neighborhood features vendors selling antiques and collectibles, yard sales, food, and entertainment. KEEP READING

Cars, Gravy, and Community on 38th Street

POSTED ON: June 15, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Auto enthusiasts hope to turn a former Indianapolis bank into a hub for the community. KEEP READING

Treasure Hunt North in South Bend on July 21

POSTED ON: June 15, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks and partners bring antiques market and yard sales to South Bend historic district. KEEP READING

First Financial Corporation donates downtown Terre Haute landmark

POSTED ON: June 15, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks will stabilize 1903 First Financial Bank with plans to pass ownership to CANDLES Holocaust Museum while retaining a protective covenant on the building. KEEP READING

Heritage Talk set for July 10

POSTED ON: June 19, 2018

Press Releases

Next up in the series of Heart City Heritage Talks, Indiana Landmarks’ Deb Parcell explores lesser known or "off the beaten path" historic places in Indiana, with a focus on locations in Elkhart and the surrounding area. KEEP READING

Party like It’s 1815 at Switzerland County’s Musee De Venoge

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

Events, Hidden Gems, Tours

From fire-fodder to restored rarity, Vevay's Musee De Venoge tells a story worth learning. Enjoy an 1815-style Fourth of July celebration at the living history museum, June 30 and July 1. KEEP READING

Historic Church Transcends Traditional Division

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News

Built in 1948, Our Savior Lutheran Church in Indianapolis is an uncommon testament to collaboration between a city’s black and white Lutheran populations. KEEP READING

Tour Cold War Landmarks in the Region

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News, Tours

On August 24, our Cold War Experience offers a day-long exploration of northwest Indiana military compounds that protected America at home and abroad. KEEP READING

Preservation Fuels Wabash Revival

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News

With the recent completion of Rock City Lofts, Wabash adds even more economic to fuel to its historic downtown, and another revived landmark to the growing list. KEEP READING

Creative Thinking Saves Unique Landmark

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News

Supporters plan to transform the former Medora Brick Plant into a unique park paying homage to one of the small rural community’s largest former industries. KEEP READING

Marking the Legacy of a Prehistory Pioneer

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News

In the 1930s and '40s, Indiana native Glenn A. Black redefined the study of archaeology. A new marker memorializes his contributions at one of his most significant research sites. KEEP READING

Gift Ensures New Life for Terre Haute Landmark

POSTED ON: June 20, 2018

News

On June 14, First Financial Corporation generously donated its former First Financial Bank to Indiana Landmarks. Once restored, the building will become new home of the CANDLES Holocaust Museum. KEEP READING

Indiana Nonprofits Receive Grants for Preservation Education

POSTED ON: June 25, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Humanities and Indiana Landmarks have awarded grants of up to $2,500 to eight nonprofit organizations across Indiana. KEEP READING

Former School is Real Estate Opportunity

POSTED ON: June 28, 2018

News

Remarkably well-maintained through two decades of vacancy, Cambridge City's former Central School needs a buyer with the vision and capital to give it new purpose. KEEP READING

Exploring Cold War Landmarks in Northwest Indiana

POSTED ON: June 29, 2018

Press Releases

Experience on Aug. 24 visits former military compounds that protected America at home and abroad. KEEP READING

A Modernist Treasure in Michigan City

POSTED ON: July 3, 2018

Modern Landmarks, News, Tours

Mid-Century Modern lovers dream about finding a place like the on Karen Valentine and Bob Coscarelli snagged in Michigan City. KEEP READING

Making the Connections: the Value of Preservation

POSTED ON: July 10, 2018

News

A recent study by preservation economist Donovan Rypkema shows the positive economic impact of historic designation in Indianapolis neighborhoods. KEEP READING

For Sale: Brown County Retreat with Special History

POSTED ON: July 23, 2018

News

Its picturesque setting in the rolling hills near Nashville and its connection to some big Hoosier names make the Marcus Dickey house a one-of-kind historic property. KEEP READING

Historic Water Towers Withstand the Pressure of Time

POSTED ON: July 23, 2018

News

For many communities, their water towers’ form was just as important as their function. Two towers in the northwest part of the state still serve as points of pride and local identity. KEEP READING

Peru Mayor Sees Potential in Neglected Building

POSTED ON: July 23, 2018

News

The neglected 1897 Faulk Building has been a drag on revitalization in Peru's downtown historic district for years. Now, the city has plans to change that. KEEP READING

New Albany Saves Former Mill as New City Hall

POSTED ON: July 23, 2018

News

When developers couldn't make it work, New Albany officials took matters into their own hands, crafting a plan to revive the dilapidated Reisz Building as a new city hall. KEEP READING

Better with Age: Switzerland County Wine Festival

POSTED ON: July 24, 2018

Events, Hidden Gems

Switzerland County's wine-making heritage dates back more than 200 years, a local tradition the community celebrates each summer during the Swiss Wine Festival in Vevay. KEEP READING

Center Ridge Marks Evolution of Cemetery Design

POSTED ON: July 24, 2018

News

Since 1870, Sullivan's Center Ridge Cemetery has adapted to meet community needs and ever-evolving theories of cemetery design and best practices. KEEP READING

Art Show Features Works by Female Artists

POSTED ON: July 25, 2018

Press Releases

First Friday show on August 3 at Indiana Landmarks Center's Rapp Family Gallery features works by more than 20 artists. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Instagram Contest Launches

POSTED ON: August 13, 2018

Modern Landmarks, Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks' Indiana Modern affinity group challenges people to post their best images of mid-century structures and landscapes. KEEP READING

Lawrence County Farmers Win Rural Preservation Award

POSTED ON: August 15, 2018

Press Releases, Rural Preservation

Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau present annual Arnold Award to Stan and Ann Armstrong KEEP READING

Historic Filling Stations Find New Life

POSTED ON: August 16, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

The well-designed filling stations of the early twentieth century prove ideal for adaptive use while still reminding us of our automotive past. KEEP READING

Big Reasons to Visit Tiny Roann

POSTED ON: August 20, 2018

Events, Hidden Gems, News

Its picturesque setting on the Eel River in Wabash County makes Roann a favorite of tourists and artists. With a tree-lined downtown, a restored covered bridge, and a historic mill, the small town could hardly be more quaint. KEEP READING

Tour the Homes That Whiskey Built

POSTED ON: August 20, 2018

News, Tours

On September 22, tour four houses on Greendale's Ridge Avenue, where prosperous distillery moguls built stately homes in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. KEEP READING

Guided Tours Explore Riverside Neighborhood on Bike and Foot

POSTED ON: August 21, 2018

Press Releases

Join Indiana Landmarks to learn about the history and architecture of this Indianapolis streetcar suburb. KEEP READING

Prizes Awarded in Princeton, Wabash, & Valparaiso

POSTED ON: August 21, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks recognizes achievement and outstanding leadership in historic preservation. KEEP READING

New Ways to Explore Historic Madison

POSTED ON: August 21, 2018

News

Working with Historic Madison, Inc., local students helped develop two new guides highlighting the city's historic downtown. KEEP READING

The Many Surprises of Gary’s Marquette Park

POSTED ON: August 23, 2018

Hidden Gems

Tucked away between stretches of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Gary's Marquette Park is a jewel for families, paddlers, and birdwatchers alike. KEEP READING

Kizer House Site Set for Transformation

POSTED ON: August 23, 2018

News

A sea of concrete has surrounded South Bend's Kizer House for decades. But we're about to begin work to replace the pavement with an elegant landscape. KEEP READING

Solutions for Saving Old Barns

POSTED ON: August 23, 2018

Events, News, Tours

Our BARN AGAIN! workshop in Greencastle on October 6 offers expert advice on preserving and adapting historic barns for continued use. KEEP READING

Welcome Autumn at Huddleston Farmhouse

POSTED ON: August 29, 2018

Events, News

Join us on September 21 for the seventh annual Wine Down on the Farm! at the Huddleston Farmhouse, celebrating local heritage, food, wine and art. KEEP READING

Honoring Preservation Leaders

POSTED ON: August 29, 2018

African American Landmarks, Saved

Indiana Landmarks recognizes winners in Valparaiso, Princeton, and Wabash for their advocacy for historic buildings and preservation. KEEP READING

Gas Boom to Glass Room: Greentown Glass Museum

POSTED ON: August 30, 2018

Hidden Gems

Though only in business from 1894 to 1903, the Indiana Tumbler and Goblet Company in Greentown produced glassware that remains collectible today. KEEP READING

Roberts School Rehab Earns High Marks

POSTED ON: August 30, 2018

News, Saved

Preservation advocates struggled to find a viable reuse for Indianapolis's landmark Roberts School for more than a decade before its successful transformation into market-rate apartments, opening this August. KEEP READING

Modern Landmark Revived for Another Generation

POSTED ON: September 5, 2018

Modern Landmarks

A 2012 renovation of Indianapolis's Minton-Capehart Federal Building recaptured some of the Brutalist icon's most distinctive features. KEEP READING

Railroad Town Rebound: Saving the Monon Theater

POSTED ON: September 5, 2018

Rehabs & Renovations

Monon preservationists are working to revive the city's 1938 theater as a community gathering space. KEEP READING

Boxley Cabin and the Legacy of a Fugitive Abolitionist

POSTED ON: September 6, 2018

Hidden Gems, Tours

Around 1828, George Boxely -- a Virginia abolitionist -- arrived in Indiana. The cabin he built, rescued and revived by the Sheridan Historical Society and Town of Sheridan, gives you an appreciation of what “home” was like in the Indiana wilderness. KEEP READING

Modernist Home Turned Creative Retreat

POSTED ON: September 17, 2018

Modern Landmarks

A mid-century home with a rich architectural heritage in New Albany finds new purpose as a respite for creative individuals and groups. KEEP READING

Frankenstein Headlines Spooky Halloween at Indiana Landmarks

POSTED ON: September 18, 2018

Press Releases

Sammy Terry to emcee event on October 26 in Indianapolis featuring scary movies, music, lighting, and a costume contest. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Announces New Directors and Officers

POSTED ON: September 18, 2018

Press Releases

Six new directors join preservation group's board of trustees KEEP READING

Antique Apples and Historic Buildings at Doud Orchards

POSTED ON: September 20, 2018

Hidden Gems

You can learn all about antique apples at Doud Orchards, a family-owned operation in vintage buildings that has been in business near the Miami County town of Denver since 1894. KEEP READING

Rising Sun: River, Wine, and Beans

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

Events, Hidden Gems

Located on the Ohio River Scenic Byway and the Indiana Wine Trail, tiny Rising Sun in southeast Indiana has become a growing destination -- and the navy bean capital of Indiana. KEEP READING

First Friday Art Shows Through Year-End Announced

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

Press Releases

At its Rapp Family Gallery in Indianapolis, Indiana Landmarks presents First Friday art shows featuring solo exhibits on Oct. 5 and Nov. 2, and a holiday art bazaar on Dec. 7. KEEP READING

Former Armory Reopens as Riverside High School

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

News, Tours

On September 13, teachers, students, and dignitaries crowded the gym of the Heslar Naval Armory on Indianapolis’s northwest side to celebrate the building’s opening as Riverside High School. KEEP READING

Ligonier Temple Could Be a Unique Home

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

News, Sacred Places

Most recently used as a museum, the Ahavas Shalom Reform Temple on Ligonier's Main Street is for sale, with potential as a great home or office. KEEP READING

Calumet Region Heritage Transcends Borders

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

News

A proposed National Heritage Area would boost preservation efforts on both sides of the Indiana-Illinois state border. KEEP READING

Wabash Becomes Model of Revitalization

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

News

Wabash has long been a forward-looking city, and its thriving downtown shows the power of using preservation to fight decline. KEEP READING

Last-Ditch Effort Saves North Vernon Queen

POSTED ON: September 25, 2018

News, Saved

North Vernon's historic Cone House was on the docket for demo before Indiana Landmarks orchestrated an 11th-hour save. KEEP READING

Historic Location Flavors New Capers Emporium

POSTED ON: September 26, 2018

News

Following a two-year restoration, a new kitchen store opens in New Harmony's historic Odd Fellows building -- a formerly distressed building in the heart of downtown. KEEP READING

A Save Twenty Years in the Making

POSTED ON: September 26, 2018

African American Landmarks, News, Sacred Places

Friends of Historic Allen Chapel formed in 1997 to save Terre Haute's oldest African American church. More than two decades later, the work is nearly done. KEEP READING

Marshmallows and Murals in Ligonier

POSTED ON: October 1, 2018

Hidden Gems

At one time, Ligonier was the world's largest producer of marshmallows. The marshmallow industry is gone, but there’s much more to Ligonier than fond marshmallow remembrances. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Offers Free Look at Oldest House in Wabash

POSTED ON: October 2, 2018

Press Releases

The preservation organization restored the exterior of the Alber House and is listing it for sale. KEEP READING

Love Indy? Volunteer to show off your city!

POSTED ON: October 9, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks offers tour guide and other volunteer opportunities at upcoming information session. KEEP READING

“After” Tour of Armory Offered November 10

POSTED ON: October 11, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks leads guided tours of the Heslar Naval Armory in Indianapolis, reopened in September as Riverside High School. KEEP READING

A Duesy of a Story: The Duesenberg Brothers in Indiana

POSTED ON: October 12, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

When relocating their manufacturing facility in 1920, the Duesenberg brothers found Indiana offered the ideal location. KEEP READING

Holiday Concert Invites the Audience to Sing Along

POSTED ON: October 12, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks' annual December concert on December 13 features traditional, contemporary holiday favorites. KEEP READING

Indiana-Made Duesenbergs Subject of Nov. 8 Talk

POSTED ON: October 12, 2018

Press Releases

Automotive historian Matt Short shares the history of the luxurious, made-in-Indiana automobiles in a talk at Indiana Landmarks Center. KEEP READING

Modern Farmers Steeped in Heritage

POSTED ON: October 18, 2018

News, Rural Preservation

For preserving their historic farmstead in Lawrence County, Ann and Stan Armstrong won the 2018 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation from Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau. KEEP READING

The Unfair Typecasting of Second Empire Style

POSTED ON: October 18, 2018

Hidden Gems

How did Second Empire architecture -- elegant and innovative -- become the de facto style for haunted houses and creepy attractions? KEEP READING

River Town Revival

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

Hidden Gems

Vevay is a charming river town. Plan a visit, and while you're there, be sure to visit the Historic Hoosier Theater, in a building that's played many roles. KEEP READING

Brookville Heritage Set in Stone

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News

One of Brookville's oldest homes is poised for new use by an organization devoted to history. But first, members will have to raise money for the restoration. KEEP READING

Preservation Helps Boost Indianapolis Neighborhoods

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

A recent tide of preservation activity suggests encouraging progress on Indianapolis’s Near Eastside, an area plagued for decades by poverty and disinvestment. KEEP READING

Time is Right for Clock Restoration

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News

The Sisters of the Holy Cross at St. Mary's College in Notre Dame hope to restore the historic clock atop the campus's Center Building by the end of the year. KEEP READING

Library Takes Historic House High-Tech

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Floyd County Library restored a historic house in the small community of Galena to become its first all-digital branch. KEEP READING

Grant Program Changes the Look of Downtown Hobart

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News

In Hobart, the city is using a façade grant program as an incentive for owners to rehabilitate properties in the historic commercial district. KEEP READING

Modern Business Puts Historic Building to Good Use

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Matt Wilcox rehabbed Huntington's historic Fulton Milk Company building to house his distribution business, preserving the landmark's Art Deco highlights. KEEP READING

Newburgh Invests in Historic Community Hub

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News

Every historic structure requires regular maintenance and long-range planning, and folks in Newburgh are pursuing help of this sort for Preservation Hall. KEEP READING

Downtown Brazil Building Opens as Affordable Housing

POSTED ON: October 29, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Brazil's rehabbed Davis Building opens as a mixed-use development that will help spur further economic development in the Clay County community. KEEP READING

Nominations Sought for State’s Top Restoration Project

POSTED ON: October 30, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks welcomes nominations for the 2019 Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration. KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Hosts Holiday Art Bazaar & Concert in December

POSTED ON: November 6, 2018

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks’ First Friday gallery show on December 7 doubles as a holiday bazaar where visitors can immediately take home what they buy. The annual holiday concert on December 13 features traditional and contemporary holiday music starring the restored 1892 organ, joined by piano, handbells, and professional singers. KEEP READING

Forward-Thinking Rehabs Spur Revitalization

POSTED ON: November 6, 2018

News, Uncategorized

People with vision in Seymour and Richmond use preservation to revive historic neighborhoods and downtown. KEEP READING

Indiana War Memorial: An Architectural Thrill Ride

POSTED ON: November 11, 2018

Hidden Gems

Among the historic war memorials in our Hoosier homeland, the Indiana War Memorial in Indianapolis is a blockbuster, and its star is the Shrine Room. KEEP READING

Community Rallies to Save Rural Elkhart County Church

POSTED ON: November 20, 2018

News, Saved

When a windstorm ripped the roof off of St. John's Lutheran Church, many people feared it would spell doom for the church. Indiana Landmarks helped a dedicated group of supporters come to the rescue. KEEP READING

Rescue Needed for Gary’s North Gleason Park Pavilion

POSTED ON: November 20, 2018

African American Landmarks, Endangered Places, News

A recreation hub in Gary for more than 70 years, the historic North Gleason Park Pavilion faces an uncertain future, as its aging roof gives way. KEEP READING

Capitalizing on the Rustic Charm of an Old Barn

POSTED ON: November 20, 2018

Rehabs & Renovations, Rural Preservation

As so many of Indiana's historic barns fall to neglect and obsolescence, one woman found a way to put her family's vintage barn to beautiful new use. KEEP READING

Perry County Courthouse Marks 200, but Needs New Use

POSTED ON: November 20, 2018

News

Reaching the age of 200 is a major milestone for any Hoosier building, but for the Perry County Courthouse in Rome, it’s remarkable. For a long time no one was sure the building would make it to its bicentennial. KEEP READING

Easing Confusion for Owners of Historic Properties

POSTED ON: November 20, 2018

Resources

Historical societies, historic preservation commissions, the National Register of Historic Places – it’s easy to get confused. But each plays a different role and means something different to property owners. KEEP READING

Martinsville Embraces the Curative Powers of Preservation

POSTED ON: December 3, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

A creative development in Martinsville repurposed three National Register-listed buildings within blocks of the Morgan County Courthouse as affordable housing for seniors. KEEP READING

Evansville Retirement Home Headed for New Service

POSTED ON: December 12, 2018

News

The Rathbone Home in Evansville was one of the earliest nursing homes in Indiana. After long service as a retirement facility, the landmark is targeted for renovation as an apartment community. KEEP READING

Fairmount Embraces Its History

POSTED ON: December 12, 2018

Hidden Gems

Located just 10 miles south of Marion, Fairmount boasts a quaint village atmosphere and a historic downtown lined with shops and restaurants. KEEP READING

Tower Rehab Offers View from the Top

POSTED ON: December 12, 2018

News

A New Deal-era fire watch tower at McCormick’s Creek State Park is under restoration, thanks to a grant from Indiana Landmarks and broad community support. KEEP READING

Need to Go? Take the Train!

POSTED ON: December 12, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Honoring its railroad heritage, Chesterton repurposes a historic boxcar and train caboose to serve as public restrooms and gathering space at a popular town park. KEEP READING

A Secure Future for the Harry C. Stutz Home

POSTED ON: December 12, 2018

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Last year, Mapleton-Fall Creek Development Corporation officially made the move to the 1923 Stutz house in Indianapolis after completing a $300,000 renovation. KEEP READING

Historic Rectory Needs New Tenant

POSTED ON: December 13, 2018

News

A southern Indiana parish hopes to find a nonprofit group to occupy and maintain its nineteenth-century rectory in exchange for nominal rent. KEEP READING

School Board Votes to Demo Historic Kendallville High School

POSTED ON: December 17, 2018

Endangered Places, News

Over the objections of residents and community leaders, the East Noble Community School Corporation board recently voted to demolish the historic Kendallville High School KEEP READING

Blog Offers Behind the Scenes View of Madison Rehab

POSTED ON: December 18, 2018

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Veteran rehabbers Sally and Kenneth McWilliams invite readers to follow restoration of their 1876 Madison home on Sally's blog, where they can enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the transformation. KEEP READING

Tiny Building Finds its Forever Home in Cambridge City

POSTED ON: December 18, 2018

News

When Jilly’s Gift and Garden store opened in downtown Cambridge City earlier this month, it marked the end of a journey for the small building -- one that began 146 years ago and 150 miles away. KEEP READING

South Side Turnverein Enters New Chapter

POSTED ON: January 3, 2019

Endangered Places, News, Rehabs & Renovations

Insurance company Point Comfort Underwriters repurposed the former German social club and gym in Indianapolis for its company headquarters, reversing decades of deterioration and bringing back the landmark's original features. KEEP READING

Helping Sacred Places in Distress

POSTED ON: January 3, 2019

News, Sacred Places, Uncategorized

When congregations shrink, they face a tough preservation challenge: figuring out how to maintain their historic houses of worship. Across the state, Indiana Landmarks is offering advice and ideas for saving these important places. KEEP READING

Vincennes University Razes Blocks of Historic Homes

POSTED ON: January 23, 2019

News

Demolitions by Vincennes University continue to level blocks of historic buildings, including recent destruction of several homes within the city's historic district. KEEP READING

Ripley County Bridges Nominated to National Register

POSTED ON: January 23, 2019

News

Three historic bridges in Ripley County, including a picturesque pair of twin covered bridges, are on their way to being listed in the National Register of Historic Places. KEEP READING

Embattled WWII Neighborhood Wins Place in National Register

POSTED ON: January 23, 2019

News

Charlestown's Pleasant Ridge become ground zero in a battle between city officials who want to redevelop the area and neighborhood residents passionate about preserving their homes. KEEP READING

American Legion Post’s Gift is a Final Act of Valor

POSTED ON: January 23, 2019

News

In Peru, an unexpected gift to the St. Vincent De Paul Society will have far-reaching community impact. KEEP READING

Author’s Northern Indiana Home Prepares for Next Chapter

POSTED ON: January 23, 2019

News

George Ade's lavish country estate, Hazelden, is headed for use as a public historic site and events venue. KEEP READING

Fellwock Buildings Hint at Evansville’s Auto History

POSTED ON: January 24, 2019

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Built by a family of enterprising brothers, a pair of buildings near downtown Evansville represent part of the city’s earliest automotive history. KEEP READING

Tours and Talk Highlight Indy Landmarks

POSTED ON: January 25, 2019

Rehabs & Renovations, Tours

This March, Indiana Landmarks spotlights two architectural treasures in Indianapolis with tours and a talk exploring the awe-inspiring Indiana War Memorial and the spectacularly restored South Side Turnverein. KEEP READING

Recognition for Indiana’s Historic County Homes

POSTED ON: February 11, 2019

News

To aid preservation of the state's historic county homes, Indiana Landmarks commissioned in-depth research that makes future National Register nominations easier. KEEP READING

Built for Speed

POSTED ON: February 14, 2019

Indiana Automotive Landmarks

Rescued by former IndyCar team owners Sarah Fisher and Andy O’Gara and business partner Wink Hartman, the 1958 Whiteland Raceway Park was in danger of being bulldozed for a parking lot. KEEP READING

South Side Turnverein tours set for March 2

POSTED ON: February 19, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks offers a look at the newly restored landmark in Indianapolis KEEP READING

Sisters Carry Out Service in Repurposing Campus Landmark

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News

The Sisters of Providence embraced a creative solution to preserve a mid-century building on the campus of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in Terre Haute. KEEP READING

Getting Rid of the Rot at Angevine Cabin

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News

Thirty years after its reconstruction, Lawrenceburg's c.1820 Angevine Cabin is undergoing top-to-bottom restoration. KEEP READING

Reviving Fort Wayne’s Foster Park Pavilion

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News

A public-private partnership aims to restore Fort Wayne's WPA-constructed Foster Park Pavilion #3 to its original appearance. KEEP READING

The Next Act for Albion’s Opera House

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News, Saved

A pair of lawyers from Ligoinier stepped forward to rescue Albion's historic Opera House from long-term limbo. KEEP READING

Redevelopment Project Targets Madison’s Eagle Cotton Mill

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News, Saved

A multi-million-dollar project is poised to transform one of Madison’s highest profile landmarks, a preservation save a long time in the making. KEEP READING

Historic Indy Streetcar Headed Back to the Rails

POSTED ON: February 26, 2019

News

The Hoosier Heartland Trolley Company is using a grant from Indiana Landmarks and the Central Indiana Community Foundation to restore Streetcar No. 153, the last surviving streetcar from the Indianapolis Railways electric streetcar system. KEEP READING

Building Equal Access in Gary and Beyond

POSTED ON: February 27, 2019

African American Landmarks

Homebuilder Andrew Means got his start in Gary and became a trailblazer for African American real estate developers, leaving an indelible mark on the city’s architectural legacy. KEEP READING

Rebuilding a Prefab Home in the Indiana Dunes

POSTED ON: February 28, 2019

Rehabs & Renovations, Saved

One family's journey to resurrecting a mid-century Lustron for their vacation home. KEEP READING

Celebrating an Indianapolis Church’s Revival

POSTED ON: March 12, 2019

Sacred Places, Saved

In transforming a historic Indianapolis church into their home, one couple gained a one-of-a-kind residence. KEEP READING

Artful Transformation Saves Storm-Damaged Building

POSTED ON: March 20, 2019

News, Rehabs & Renovations

The opening of Kleinhelter Gallery in New Albany’s historic Weinmann Building marked the culmination of a preservation success years in the making. KEEP READING

Newton County Forms New Preservation Commission

POSTED ON: March 20, 2019

News

The newly established George Ade Historic Preservation Commission will work to protect landmarks throughout Newtown County. KEEP READING

Caring for Veraestau’s Historic Trees

POSTED ON: March 20, 2019

News

The trees on the grounds of Veraestau, our country estate in Aurora, help define the historic property. What happens when those trees are damaged or begin to die? KEEP READING

Evansville Adaptive Use Project Takes the Cake

POSTED ON: March 20, 2019

News

A vacant Evansville building with a famous name is slated for rehabilitation as residential and commercial space. KEEP READING

American House Hotel Prepares for the Next Stage

POSTED ON: March 20, 2019

News

Saved from demolition, the former American House Hotel in Carroll County is being restored for new use as a tribute to Indiana's transportation heritage. KEEP READING

Explore 150 Years of Architecture at New National Park

POSTED ON: March 21, 2019

Events

On May 3 and 4, our annual Logs to Lustrons talk and tour highlight more than a century of history and architecture in the newly designated Indiana Dunes National Park. KEEP READING

Glass Show Comes to Huddleston Farmhouse

POSTED ON: March 21, 2019

News

Find vintage glass and more during the Huddleston Jar and Antique Market at Huddleston Farmhouse in Cambridge City on Saturday, June 8. KEEP READING

Rushville Raises the Curtain on Restored Princess Theatre

POSTED ON: March 21, 2019

News, Rehabs & Renovations

After nearly 20 years of vacancy, Rushville’s Princess Theatre reopened its doors thanks to local perseverance and the state’s Stellar Communities program. KEEP READING

Donald Davidson, Sarah Fisher to chat about racing

POSTED ON: March 25, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks Center hosts the Indianapolis Motor Speedway historian and retired driver for an entertaining talk. KEEP READING

Iconic Madison House Wins State’s Top Restoration Prize

POSTED ON: March 27, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks will present Historic Madison, Inc., with the Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration on April 27. KEEP READING

Maintaining Historic Houses of Worship

POSTED ON: March 30, 2019

News, Sacred Places

As shrinking congregations increasingly struggle to maintain aging religious properties, three central Indiana churches are working to restore and protect their historic buildings. KEEP READING

Students Seek Solutions for Vacant Evansville Building

POSTED ON: April 3, 2019

Press Releases

During the statewide preservation conference, students will brainstorm creative ideas for adaptive reuse. KEEP READING

Award-Winning Restoration Revives Madison Masterpiece

POSTED ON: April 4, 2019

News, Rehabs & Renovations

Historic Madison, Inc., wins our 2019 Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration for its four-year transformation of the iconic Shrewsbury-Windle House. KEEP READING

Home Tour Showcases 13 Indiana Dunes Landmarks

POSTED ON: April 8, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks' annual Logs to Lustrons Tour features restored residences not normally open to the public and vacant buildings in need of a new use. KEEP READING

Chicago architecture critic to speak on Modernist architecture

POSTED ON: April 18, 2019

Press Releases

Lee Bey reflects on examples of Midwest Modernism in an illustrated talk sponsored by Indiana Modern. KEEP READING

Columbus Tour Spotlights Mid-Century Standouts

POSTED ON: April 24, 2019

Modern Landmarks, Tours

Indiana Landmarks' annual Back to the Future tour features five residences in a Modernist Mecca KEEP READING

Indiana Landmarks Announces Annual List of 10 Most Endangered

POSTED ON: April 30, 2019

Press Releases

The 2019 list of Hoosier landmarks in jeopardy includes a movie theater, hotel, county courthouse, and more. KEEP READING

Mid-Century Modern Home Tour in Columbus

POSTED ON: May 2, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Modern stages annual tour of five private residences showcasing '50s and '60s design. KEEP READING

Ribbon Cutting Set for May 20 at Southern Regional Office in New Albany

POSTED ON: May 15, 2019

Press Releases

Indiana Landmarks hopes new home will help revitalize neighborhood KEEP READING

Celebrating a Turnaround in New Albany

POSTED ON: May 24, 2019

News, Rehabs & Renovations, Saved, Uncategorized

In May, Indiana Landmarks recognized the completed restoration of the Kunz Hartman House, the new home of our Southern Regional Office. KEEP READING

Haven Hubbard Homestead is Ripe for Reuse

POSTED ON: May 24, 2019

News

The stunning Haven Hubbard Homestead along Chicago Trail just outside of New Carlisle presents a unique opportunity for the right buyer. KEEP READING

Volunteers Log Hours at Jasper County Cabin

POSTED ON: May 24, 2019

News

The saying “many hands make light work” holds true in Jasper County, where volunteers are wrapping up work to protect a pioneer-era log cabin from the elements. KEEP READING

Demo Marks Closing Act for Terrell Jacobs Circus

POSTED ON: May 24, 2019

News

Demolition looms for two barns just off U.S. 31 in Peru, all that remains of the once-famous Terrell Jacobs Wild Animal Circus Winter Quarters. KEEP READING

Buy into Greendale’s Whiskey History

POSTED ON: May 24, 2019

News

With a two-story front porch and a cupola crowned with a widow’s walk, Greendale's Dobell House impresses and charms. Most recently used as a restaurant, the property is now for sale. KEEP READING

Concrete Bunkers Recall Evansville’s Ammo Depot

POSTED ON: May 27, 2019

News

A collection of odd-looking concrete structures on the grounds of the Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds is an inconspicuous reminder of the area’s wartime history. KEEP READING

Knowledge is Power for Merom Carnegie Library

POSTED ON: May 27, 2019

News

Sullivan County library officials hope National Register status for the Merom-Gill Township Carnegie Library will help promote awareness of the area’s history. KEEP READING

400 Years of Inequality Topic of Contemporary Art Exhibition

POSTED ON: May 31, 2019

Press Releases

June 7 First Friday show features group exhibit in the Rapp Family Gallery at Indiana Landmarks Center. KEEP READING

June 8 Wine Walk Features Restored Homes in Starr Historic District

POSTED ON: May 31, 2019

Press Releases

Movable wine-tasting event offers look at four places in one of Richmond's most historic neighborhoods. KEEP READING

Award Winning Projects Illustrate Preservation’s Potential

POSTED ON: June 20, 2019

News

Indiana Landmarks' 2019 Central Indiana Preservation Awards honor a diverse collection of buildings that have been painstakingly restored, faithfully maintained, and cleverly repurposed. KEEP READING

Roann Celebrates Main Street Designation

POSTED ON: June 25, 2019

News

Roann has made preservation a priority for decades. Recent designation as an Indiana Main Street community will help the town maintain its special appeal. KEEP READING

Newburgh Introduces New Residential Grant Program

POSTED ON: June 25, 2019

News

A new rehabilitation grant program encourages property owners to invest in Newburgh's residential historic districts. KEEP READING

Vernon Home Offers Hidden Potential

POSTED ON: June 25, 2019

News

Perched on an elevated lot overlooking the river, the c.1884 Leavitt house in Vernon offers potential as a stylish home in a community proud of its heritage. KEEP READING

Veedersburg Plans Rehab for Historic Depot

POSTED ON: June 26, 2019

News

The 1903 Clover Leaf Depot is targeted for rehabilitation and on its way to becoming the town’s first landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places. KEEP READING

A Tour 200 Years in the Making

POSTED ON: June 28, 2019

Events, Rehabs & Renovations

Just in time for the city's bicentennial, the Historic Downtown Aurora Tour on October 19 showcases landmarks in the Ohio River town. KEEP READING

Huntington Business Celebrates Sweet Success

POSTED ON: July 1, 2019

Rehabs & Renovations

Historic location is a key ingredient for downtown business offering antiques, ice cream, and craft soda. KEEP READING

Historic Pool Still A Destination

POSTED ON: July 1, 2019

News

Generations of swimmers enjoy Madison's Crystal Beach pool and bathhouse, a New Deal-era landmark soon to undergo renovation. KEEP READING

Auction Could Spell Doom for Historic House

POSTED ON: July 24, 2019

News

One of Jackson County’s most notable historic homes is going on the auction block August 3, and preservation advocates fear the outcome. KEEP READING

Dearborn County’s Newest National Register Landmark is a Historic Tugboat

POSTED ON: July 25, 2019

News

The Elizabeth Lea, a towboat constructed in 1939, earns National Register status on the merit of its engineering attributes and its contribution to maritime history. KEEP READING

Engineers Stabilize Historic House Damaged by Crash

POSTED ON: July 25, 2019