Monthly Archives: November 2016

Americana For Your Holiday Table: Currier & Ives

November 24, 2016 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Nathaniel Currier’s printing business was in a shambles due to the untimely departure of his long time partner. While an excellent artist, he had little knowledge of how to run a business or keep the books. In 1852, discouraged and depressed, he met James Merritt Ives through a mutual friend. … Read More

The Allman Brothers Big House, Part 3

November 24, 2016 | by Al Hunter

By now (assuming you’ve read parts 1 and 2 of this series) you know that a visit to the Big House in Macon, Georgia should be high on your bucket list. The Big House tells the story of the Allman Brothers Band during the years 1970 to 1973 when it … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Nov. 18-24

November 17, 2016 | by Weekly View

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Indiana State Museum Explores Past in New Exhibit

November 17, 2016 | by CJ Woods III

On November 2, the Indiana State Museum gave the media an advance look at one of the first phases of a five-phase, $18-million transformation of the museum. Reporters, camera operators and columnists gathered in the museum’s cafeteria to await our welcome and opening introductions. Through the cafeteria’s windows could be … Read More

Benton House Holiday Bazaar Nov. 18-19

November 17, 2016 | by Weekly View

IRVINGTON — Get a jump on holiday shopping at the Historic Benton House, 312 S. Downey Ave. as they present their Annual Holiday Bazaar. Many handicraft vendors will be on hand with their wares, including unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. Hours are 5-9 on Fri., Nov. 18 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on … Read More