Tour the Homes That Whiskey Built
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.
A Cool Investment in Downtown Lawrenceburg
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.
Awards Spotlight Aurora Preservation Projects
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.
New Owner Steps Forward to Rescue Endangered House
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.
New Owners Take on Unique Properties
Indiana Landmarks found new owners with the vision and resources to transform two historic properties in southeastern Indiana.
Christmas in the Country on Dec. 3 in Aurora
Event features two historic homes decked out in Victorian style.
Rural Cemeteries Weren’t Meant to Be Scary
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.
Bringing Back Acorn Hall
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.
Aurora Hopes to Tap Brewing History for City Park
Enthusiasm grows for turning historic storage caverns, once part of Crescent Brewing Company, into the centerpiece of a new community asset.
Derby Day Party Returns to Veraestau
Ohio River estate hosts traditional Derby Day party on May 6.
Enter a Portal to the Past
Built in 1855 as a private home, Aurora’s Hillforest has found long life in more public roles.
Facade Grants Fuel Revitalization
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.