Historic Filling Stations Find New Life
The well-designed filling stations of the early twentieth century prove ideal for adaptive use while still reminding us of our automotive past.
Mid-Century Modern Instagram Contest Launches
Indiana Landmarks’ Indiana Modern affinity group challenges people to post their best images of mid-century structures and landscapes.
Better with Age: Switzerland County Wine Festival
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.
Party like It’s 1815 at Switzerland County’s Musee De Venoge
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.
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.
Historic farms sought for rural preservation award
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.
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.
Preservation Award Nominations Sought
Indiana Landmarks invites nominations for two annual awards accompanied by cash as well as the sculptures that represent the prizes.
Buyer Alert: a Square Deal in Versailles
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.
Pointing the Way to Heaven
James Tyson, Versailles native and co-founder of Walgreen’s, left his hometown an impressive architectural legacy in the form of Tyson Methodist Temple.
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.
Grant Funding Available for Humanities-Based Programming
Indiana Humanities announces 2018 deadlines for three grant programs.