Marion Landmarks Poised to Reclaim Their Cachet
In downtown Marion, a trio of historic properties are slated for a multi-million-dollar restoration that will turn them into affordable housing for seniors.
Town Looks for Solutions to Save Beloved Historic Gym
The town of Converse can’t afford expensive repairs to the historic Bordermen Gym, a community landmark that many people hope to save.
Marion Restoration Puts Money in the Bank
Work is underway to reinvent Marion’s former National Bank building as Ridley Tower, a mix of market-rate housing and professional and retail space.
Marion Group Takes on Samuel Plato-Designed House
Marion’s nonprofit preservation group Save our Stories steps in to save a house designed by noted African American architect Samuel Plato.
Fairmount Embraces Its History
Located just 10 miles south of Marion, Fairmount boasts a quaint village atmosphere and a historic downtown lined with shops and restaurants.
Celebrating Progress in Downtown Marion
A downtown loft tour on June 16 highlights the success in using preservation as an economic development tool in downtown Marion.
Revitalization Strategy Focuses on Local Business
The town of Converse believes supporting small, local business is the right approach to revitalization and preservation.
Frank Lloyd Wright in Indiana
Exploring famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s legacy in Indiana, where seven of his designs remain.
Accelerating Decline Threatens Marion Landmark
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.
Quilters Hall of Fame Saves Historic Marion Depot
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.