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February 2, 2021 INDIANAPOLIS – Today the Bicentennial Commission announced the deadline for Marion County youth artists to design and submit their entries for the city’s Bicentennial Youth Art Contest had been extended until February 21. Mayor Joe Hogsett and …

January 6, 2021 INDIANAPOLIS – Today marks the two hundredth anniversary of Founders Day, the day on which the Indiana General Assembly approved the location for our state’s new state capital and approved the name Indianapolis. To celebrate the historic …

October 5, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Bicentennial Commission has recognized the Indianapolis Airport Authority’s “Madam Walker Legacy Mural” as an Official Bicentennial Community Project. The mural, a project in partnership with the Arts Council of Indianapolis and the Madam …

September 23, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS – Internationally recognized cyclist and racial justice advocate Marshall “Major” Taylor (1878-1932) will be honored with the first public mural in the City of Indianapolis Bicentennial Legends mural series. The murals will recognize Hoosiers who have …

September 18, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS  — The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) celebrates the Indianapolis bicentennial with a new exhibit inviting guests to step back in time to a scene featuring characters who worked on the city’s centennial pageant. You Are There …

August 24, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS – Today West Fork Whiskey Co. announced the release of a Commemorative Bicentennial Bourbon in honor of Indianapolis Bicentennial. This limited release is a completely unique blend of West Fork’s bourbons and will be a piece …

June 26, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS – Today Mayor Joe Hogsett and the Indianapolis Bicentennial Commission reminded area residents that the city’s 200th birthday kick-off will be aired on WISH-TV on Sunday, June 28 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Additionally, the commission encouraged …

February 14, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS – Following a two-week long voting process, Mayor Joe Hogsett announced today that local artist Aaron Stillerman is the bicentennial design contest’s “People’s Choice” winner. Stillerman, a graphic designer at GreenLight Collectibles, received over 430 votes …

January 29, 2020 INDIANAPOLIS – Mayor Joe Hogsett announced that local designer Mandy Walsh was the winner of the Bicentennial Commission’s art and design contest. Her experience as a graphic designer at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway helped her to create …

October 15, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS – Mayor Joe Hogsett and the Indianapolis Bicentennial Commission are seeking partners within the community to help the city celebrate its 200th birthday.  The commission has already approved four partner projects and is requesting additional applications …

September 9, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS – Marion County artists have a little less than three weeks to design and submit entries for the city’s Bicentennial Logo Contest.  Mayor Joe Hogsett and the Indianapolis Bicentennial Commission issued the call last month for …

August 14, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS – Mayor Joe Hogsett and the Indianapolis Bicentennial Commission are now accepting submissions from local artists for the 200th anniversary logo design contest announced earlier this year.   Original artwork will play a key role in marking …

May 15, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS – On Wednesday, May 15, Mayor Joe Hogsett joined members of the Bicentennial Commission and representatives from the local art and design community to launch the Indianapolis Bicentennial Design Competition. Setting the stage for upcoming programming, …

December 20, 2018 INDIANAPOLIS – Mayor Joe Hogsett announced a bipartisan commission that will lead the planning, programming, and initiatives surrounding Indianapolis’ bicentennial celebration in 2020 and 2021. The commission is also tasked with engaging community organizations and fundraising for …