It has been an amazing year for Indiana. In Local History Services, it has been wonderful to hear about all of the creative programs, initiatives and projects that have been happening around the state. Historical societies, museums, libraries and communities of all sizes have been able to tap into the excitement of 200 years of […]
After going to the popular state parks like Brown County or Turkey Run, we decided that we wanted to see more. Not being from Indiana, but living here most of our lives, we decided that we wanted to explore Indiana. With Lindsay working for the DNR, she knew that Indiana had a lot to offer. […]
I was fortunate to be hired as the cataloger of Printed Collections at the end of 2013. One of my very first projects was to finishcataloging two large collections of Civil War materials. I have always been fascinated by this turbulent period in our country’s history, so I was excited to start my new career […]
I had no idea what to expect upon joining the Archives and Library team here at the Indiana Historical Society this fall, other than I would be working on the Larry Foster Collection. Now, more than two months in, I could not imagine my life without Larry. From my project this fall, I have been […]
Indianapolis—On Sunday, Dec. 11, the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is marking Statehood Day with a 200th birthday bash featuring hands-on activities, programs and treats for guests of all ages. The celebration, which runs from noon to 4:30 p.m. at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, is free for IHS members or included with […]
Indianapolis—This year, the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) free annual Holiday Author Fair features award-winning authors, buzzed-about “it” titles and an appearance by retired Indiana Fever star and Olympic gold medalist Tamika Catchings. The mixing, mingling and book signing takes place Saturday, Dec. 3, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana […]
Indianapolis—The Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) annual Festival of Trees holiday exhibit is growing, with more to see and more time to see it. The winter wonderland will be on display Friday, Nov. 18 through Friday, Dec. 30, at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center. New this year, 72 elaborately themed trees will decorate […]
Commercial Article is published by Commercial Artisan, an Indianapolis-based graphic design studio founded by brothers Jamesand Jon Sholly. Issues of their visually stunning publication highlight designers from Indiana, as well as their work. Those held by the IHS library feature Gene and Jackie Lacy, Fred Bower, Avriel Shull, Leslie Ayres, Norman Norell, Walter Dorwin Teague, […]
I have just surpassed my year-and-a-half mark as a member of the Local History Services department at IHS. Not only am I feeling less new, but I am also feeling more in-tune with our department dynamics. I learned quickly that we all work best when we work together and that the line between friend and […]
As July 7, 1861, dawned, war was in the air in Lexington, Indiana. The county seat of Scott County was abuzz with the latest news of the southern rebellion. The Madison Daily and Evening Courier told of skirmishes between Federal troops and secesh forces at Harpers Ferry and Falling Waters, Virginia. Closer to home, word […]
