Posts tagged history
October 4, 2018
Morning Bell
The latest installment of Memory Chain examines a time and place where young children were forced to deal with the realities of life apart from their families.
August 23, 2018
Mr. Blandings’ Dream House
In promotion of the 1948 film, "Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House," GE teamed with RKO Studios to build 76 homes across the country, including Terre Haute!
August 16, 2018
Indiana Military Museum
Considered one of the Midwest's most comprehensive collection, the Indiana Military Museum features thousands of artifacts spanning more than 200 years.
August 16, 2018
Grouseland
After becoming Governor of the Indiana Territory, William Henry Harrison moved to Vincennes, building the iconic Grouseland estate as a symbol and a home.
August 16, 2018
Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy
After leaving Vincennes at 14 years old, Red Skelton became a comedic icon, entertaining worldwide audiences for 70 years; his legacy continues at the museum.
August 2, 2018
Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons
In 1941, Fort Wayne piston magnate, Fred Zollner, created Indiana's first professional basketball team, the Zollner Pistons, eventually launching the NBA.
August 2, 2018
The Genealogy Center
Founded in 1961, the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center has become the largest public center in the country, featuring over 1.1 million volumes!
August 2, 2018
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
During the 1920s and 1930s, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Company achieved worldwide notoriety through their industry-changing innovations and designs.
May 24, 2018
The Hoosier Comet
For 30 years, Hoosier Oscar Charleston paved the way for black athletes as a pioneer in the Negro National League, electrifying crowds with his amazing talent.
May 10, 2018
Modeling Historical Solsberry
After being born and raised in Solsberry, local historian Larry Shute began a lifelong modeling project to preserve the history and heyday of his beloved town.
