Indianapolis—Three Indianapolis bookstores are teaming up to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with literary parties. On Saturday, April 29, guests of the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) Basile History Market, Bookmamas and Kids Ink Children’s Bookstore will be treated to free activities, book signings, discounts and prizes. In addition, those who visit multiple stores will be entered […]
Indianapolis—The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is expanding its free annual Preservation Week Road Show to include digital scans, in addition to one-on-one consultations with appraisers and conservators. This year’s event is Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center in downtown Indianapolis. Now in its […]
Indianapolis—Families can step right up for free admission when the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) continues its circus tradition. On Saturday, March 25, IHS will host its 16th annual Circus Day celebration, featuring family-friendly carnival activities, live performances and the Indiana Experience. Circus Day runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Eugene and Marilyn […]
Indianapolis—In one of the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) most moving You Are There exhibits to date, visitors will be introduced to Italian prisoners of war in the chapel they built at Camp Atterbury—their home away from home. The exhibit, You Are There 1943: Italian POWs at Atterbury, debuts March 4, 2017, and runs through August […]
Indianapolis—For one night only, the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is bringing bourbon enthusiasts together for a tasting that features more than a dozen distilleries and a silent auction of rare items. Indy’s Premier Bourbon Affair, hosted by IHS and presenting partner Payless Liquors, takes place Friday, Feb. 17, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., at the […]
Indianapolis—The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is issuing a call for volunteer judges to take part in the 2017 National History Day in Indiana (NHDI) contests. This year, the need is greater than ever with the addition of a new regional contest at Hanover College (March 18). Also for the first time, the Indianapolis Public Schools […]
Indianapolis—Indiana’s Bicentennial year is in the books, but there is still time to visit the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) interactive exhibit on statehood. Located at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, the exhibit, You Are There 1816: Indiana Joins the Nation, will remain open until Jan. 21, 2017. The exhibit takes guests back […]
Indianapolis—The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) commemorates the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I with a new exhibit that examines the war through the lens of what Hoosiers left behind. The exhibit, The Great War through Hoosier Eyes, includes original letters and diaries written by Hoosier men, women and children. It also […]
Indianapolis—The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) invites guests to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 16, with free admission to performances, programs and service opportunities, as well as the award-winning Indiana Experience. Typically closed on Mondays, the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, located at 450 W. […]
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 […]
