Indiana Landmarks facts for kids
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Indiana Landmarks Center, located in the former Central Avenue United Methodist Church in Indianapolis.
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| Formation | 1960 |
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| Founder | Eli Lilly |
| Founded at | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Purpose | Historic preservation |
| Headquarters | Indiana Landmarks Center |
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President
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Marsh Davis |
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Vice President and CFO
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Madonna Wagner |
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Vice President of Preservation Services
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Mark Dollase |
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Vice President for Development
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Sharon Gamble |
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| Publication | Indiana Preservation |
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Revenue (2019)
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$4,186,400 |
| Expenses (2019) | $4,137,900 |
| Endowment (2019) | $85.6 million |
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Staff (2020)
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40 |
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Formerly called
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Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana |
Indiana Landmarks is the biggest private group in America that works to save historic places across a whole state. It started in 1960. A group of leaders, including Eli Lilly, created it. Back then, it was called the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana.
Today, Indiana Landmarks has almost 6,000 members. They work to protect old buildings and special sites. They buy and sell empty or at-risk properties. They also help people in Indiana save and fix up historic places. They do this through grants, loans, and by speaking up for preservation.
Indiana Landmarks has staff in its main office in Indianapolis. They also have offices in other cities across Indiana. These cities include South Bend, Gary, New Albany, and Terre Haute. The main office is in the Indiana Landmarks Center. This building used to be the Central Avenue United Methodist Church.
Besides their main office, Indiana Landmarks owns two other historic places. These are the Morris-Butler House in Indianapolis and Veraestau in Aurora, Indiana. Both are used for events and rentals. The Morris-Butler House was the group's very first project. Eli Lilly helped pay to buy and restore it.
One of their biggest projects was fixing up the West Baden Springs Hotel. This was a huge job, costing over $30 million. Indiana Landmarks helped bring riverboat gambling to the area. This helped bring new life to the French Lick Resort Casino and the West Baden Springs Hotel.
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A New Name and Home
Celebrating 50 Years
In April 2010, Indiana Landmarks celebrated its 50th birthday. At this time, they changed their name. They used to be called Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. They became Indiana Landmarks.
A Special Gift for Headquarters
At the same time, a generous couple, Bill and Gayle Cook, made a big promise. They pledged $17 million. This money was for fixing up an old church. This church was the Central Avenue United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. It became the new main office for Indiana Landmarks. It is now known as the Indiana Landmarks Center. This center is also used as a performance space.
Protecting Endangered Landmarks
What is the "10 Most Endangered" List?
Every May, Indiana Landmarks shares a special list. It's called the 10 Most Endangered landmarks list. This list names ten historic places in Indiana that are in danger. They might be at risk of being torn down or falling apart.
Why Are Places on the List?
Buildings or sites get on this list for different reasons. Maybe they are about to be demolished. Sometimes, they are empty or neglected by their owners. Other times, there isn't enough money for repairs. Some places are just too expensive to buy. Indiana Landmarks uses this list to get people's attention. They want to gather support to save these important sites.
Annual Awards
Recognizing Preservation Efforts
Indiana Landmarks gives out several awards each year. These awards celebrate people and projects that do great work in historic preservation.
- Cook Cup for Outstanding Restoration: This award honors excellent restoration projects.
- Sandi Servaas Memorial Award: This award recognizes special achievements in preservation.
- Williamson Prize: This prize celebrates significant contributions to historic preservation.
Indiana Landmarks also works with the Indiana Farm Bureau. Together, they give out the John Arnold Rural Preservation Award. This award focuses on saving historic places in the countryside.
Images for kids
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Historic Camp Chesterfield
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Indiana Medical History Museum
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McCurdy Hotel
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McDonald House
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Rivoli Theater
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Beech Church
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"Hazelwood" Alva Kitselman House
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Washington County Courthouse (Salem, Indiana)
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South Side Turnverein Hall
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Newkirk Mansion
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Marquette School (South Bend, Indiana)
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North Christian Church
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Saint Joseph's College Chapel and lawn
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Crump Theatre
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Pulaski County Courthouse
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Attica Downtown Historic District
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Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church
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Old Perry County Courthouse in Cannelton's Historic District
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Tipton County Jail and Sheriff's Home
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Union Literary Institute
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Theodore Roosevelt High School, Gary
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Kamm and Schellinger Brewery
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Hulman Building
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Stinesville Commercial Historic District
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