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.
Marking the Legacy of a Prehistory Pioneer
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.
Evansville YMCA Headed for a New Use
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.
Explore Evansville History and Preservation in May
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.
Indiana’s Historic Oval Raceways
Before the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was founded, oval racing got its start at some lesser known raceways and tracks across the Midwest.
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.
The End of a Retail Era in Evansville
After being at the forefront of the company’s retail expansion, the last Sears store in Evansville is slated to close in April 2018.
Preservation Award Nominations Sought
Indiana Landmarks invites nominations for two annual awards accompanied by cash as well as the sculptures that represent the prizes.
Knowledge is Power at Indiana’s Oldest Public Library
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.
Holding on to Hope for Evansville’s Alhambra
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.
Grant Funding Available for Humanities-Based Programming
Indiana Humanities announces 2018 deadlines for three grant programs.
Rockport Leverages Preservation for Economic Development
Once restoration is complete, Rockport officials hope an 1870 commercial building on Main Street will serve as an anchor for downtown revitalization.