Articles Filed Under: Irvington Historical Society

Wall Flowers at the Bona

May 24, 2018 | by Weekly View

IRVINGTON — Spring is finally here, and the gardens of Irvington are a riot of blooms, so the Bona is celebrating with a Wallflower exhibit. The exhibit will be on display through Aug. 29. The Bona Thompson Memorial Center is located at 5350 University Ave. in Irvington. Hours are Wednesdays … Read More

Applause!: March 6-13

March 5, 2015 | by Weekly View

• The American Cancer Society needs volunteer drivers to help provide transportation for patients in Marion County, especially in the eastside community. To find out how you can help, call Robin Rockel, at 317-344-7812 or e-mail robin.rockel@cancer.org. • Community volunteers are needed for the IndianaMOM Mission of Mercy free dental … Read More

IHS Winter Social and Silent Auction

February 6, 2014 | by Weekly View

IRVINGTON — The Irvington Historical Society will be hosting a Winter Social and Silent Auction on Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Bona Thompson Memorial Center, 5350 University Ave. This will be a casual evening, with an opportunity to bid on many unique and vintage treasures. Among the items … Read More

Gaia Works, IHS Benefit from Ghost Tours

December 12, 2013 | by Weekly View

Al Hunter, historian and leader of the Irvington Ghost Tours in October, recently donated proceeds from the 2013 tours to local organizations. Al donates the proceeds of the tours to local charities every year.  The tours attract thousands of people to the Irvington area, generating interest in the historical nature … Read More

Historic Building Collapses

November 21, 2013 | by Ethel Winslow

One of the oldest commercial buildings in Irvington fell victim to autumn storms which raced across Central Indiana on Nov. 17. The Old Irvington Post Office, the 110-year-old building located on the corner of Ritter and East Washington St., was undergoing renovations thanks to the efforts of the Irvington Development … Read More