Monthly Archives: August 2022

Join the Feast of Lanterns August 27

INDIANAPOLIS — The Feast of Lanterns is unique to the east side, and has a rich history. Beginning around 1908, the Feast of Lanterns showcased the growing eastside neighborhoods. Featuring thousands of candle and electric lit lanterns, the event attracted up to 15,000 visitors. Made up of professionals and civic … Read More

Indiana Historical Society Awards Grant to Irvington Historical Society

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Historical Society recently awarded more than $450,000 to local historical societies and organizations representing 13 counties in Indiana. The Heritage Support Grants serve local, county and regional historical societies, museums and sites by funding projects that meet high-priority needs in collections stewardship, DEI, sustainability and planning. … Read More

DigIndy Moves to New Phase of Ellenberger Park Construction

INDIANAPOLIS — Citizens will be moving into the next phase of construction, which involves excavation at the DigIndy site. Citizens will be installing a drop shaft which will connect portions of Irvington’s combined sewer system to the DigIndy tunnel system. During this phase, neighbors and visitors to Ellenberger Park should … Read More