Projects
Commemorative, Inclusive, and Forward-Thinking
The Bicentennial Commission is endorsing and promoting community-led projects that showcase 200 years of community contributions, achievements, and milestones. The selected organizations are creating programming that will help ensure the year-long commemoration is inclusive and reflective of the diversity and spirit of Indianapolis, all while being connected to City’s bicentennial, open to the public, accessible, and independently fundable and achievable.
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Bookmark Indy
Bookmark Indy is a one-of-a-kind literary exploration of Indianapolis through the eyes of the writers who’ve called it home. Photo: Indiana HumantiesBookmark Indy
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Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission’s Bicentennial Poster Project
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission has created a poster to commemorate Indianapolis’ history and pays homage to the founding and development of our city as we celebrate the Bicentennial. Design: Lorie Davis Parker FinchIndianapolis Historic Preservation Commission’s Bicentennial Poster Project
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Indiana Historical Society: Indianapolis History Collecting Initiative
The IHS will collect and curate resources about the people, places and events that have shaped the city. (Image: Indiana Historical Society, P0607)Indiana Historical Society: Indianapolis History Collecting Initiative
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POLIS Center: Digital Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
The Polis Center at IUPUI will be updating and enhancing the 1994 Encyclopedia of Indianapolis. Photo: Visit IndyPOLIS Center: Digital Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
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Arts Council of Indianapolis: Celebrating with Public Art
The Arts Council of Indianapolis will kick off a new chapter for the city’s public art portfolio. Photo: Visit IndyArts Council of Indianapolis: Celebrating with Public Art
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WFYI, Ted Green Films, & Banayote Photography: The Builders
WFYI, Ted Green Films (TGF), and Banayote Photography are teaming up to profile 25 “builders” who have helped shape Indianapolis. Photo: Rob Banayote PhotographyWFYI, Ted Green Films, & Banayote Photography: The Builders
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200 Indy Experiences
To celebrate Indy’s Bicentennial, Visit Indy has drummed up a list of 200 experiences that you can only do in Indianapolis. Photo: Visit Indy200 Indy Experiences
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People’s Planning Academy: 200 Years of Planning
People’s Planning Academy: 200 Years of Planning is training to demystify city planning in Indianapolis and equip neighbors with tools to shape the future of their communities.People’s Planning Academy: 200 Years of Planning
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200 Trees for Indy’s Next 200 Years: Bicentennial Tree Planting
An opportunity to leave a living legacy for future Indy residents by getting our hands dirty to strengthen the connection between and among people from different neighborhoods, and to build community. Photo: KIB, Inc.200 Trees for Indy’s Next 200 Years: Bicentennial Tree Planting
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Crown Hill Heritage Foundation Bicentennial Tours
Unique bicentennial themed tours of Crown Hill Cemetery that will tell the story of Indianapolis, focusing on those who helped shape the history of Indianapolis. Photo: Crown Hill Heritage FoundationCrown Hill Heritage Foundation Bicentennial Tours
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HUNI: Historic Neighborhood Tours Go Digital
HUNI digitized historic neighborhood walking & biking tours allow visitors and residents a free glimpse into city’s history and architecture Photo: City of IndianapolisHUNI: Historic Neighborhood Tours Go Digital
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Indianapolis Founders Day Project
An activity for students to design their own Indianapolis, using/remixing the elements of the original Ralston Plan. In the process, they'll learn about early maps and surveying of the city and how it laid the foundation for the city we love today. Credit: Jordan Ryan, architectural historian & Indiana Humanities, 2020Indianapolis Founders Day Project
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IndyVolved 15
IndyVolved 15 will move from a single-day event in September to a month-long series of curated content, experiences, and civic education to keep Indy’s 20-and 30-somethings feeling connected to each other, our city, and our civic ecosystem. Photo: IndyHubIndyVolved 15