Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Thursday, May 16, 2019
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

$12, $10 IHS Members

Raise a glass to Indiana’s brewing history. Tap into Indiana’s brewing history by tracing the story of our most popular lager: Champagne Velvet. First brewed in 1902 by German brewmaster Walter Braun, the beer has consistently been Indiana’s favorite. Hear the family lore and behind-the-scenes tales of this most popular ale, from Braun descendants and Upland Brewing.

Sponsored by the Pickled Pedaler and Sun King Brewery

Sunday, May 19 | Facelifts and Facades
Sunday, June 23 | Rubush and Hunter
Sunday, July 21 | Facelifts and Facades
Sunday, August 18 | Brutally Modern

Time options: 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.
$35, $30 IHS Member (price per session)

Tour begins at the Pickled Pedaler, located at 602 Virginia Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46203

Experience Indianapolis architecture as you never have before! Cruise through downtown on the pedal bar, while you check out the hidden tales and amazing stories behind Indianapolis’ downtown buildings. We’ll stop along the way for pictures, games, and bar stops.

Tour themes:
Facelifts and Facades - Domes. Skyscrapers. Sports. These have redefined downtown Indianapolis over the last 40 years. Dig into the transformation, one building at a time.
Rubush and Hunter - Dive into salacious stories behind Indianapolis’ most prolific architecture firms to find out the salacious stories.
Brutally Modern - They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Learn to love some of Indy’s most unseemly and unattractive buildings.

These tours will occur rain or shine.
This event is for ages 21 and over ONLY.

Click the RESERVE button below to select your session(s).

Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

$10, $8 IHS Members

Take a step back in time and join us for an evening of music and soul. Hear the songs that defined Indianapolis Rhythm and Blues and jazz scene, accompanied with stories from music historian David Leander Williams. Stick around after to get your signed copy of William’s new book Indianapolis Rhythm and Blues.

Refreshments and cash bar available.

Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Tuesday, June 18, 2019
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

FREE program, registration is encouraged

Social Media, DNA tests, medical records, cameras everywhere. It seems that privacy concerns are surrounding us from all sides, or even live in our pockets with our phones. What is the historical context for privacy rights and how do we protect our privacy in the future? Meet with us so we can discuss this expanding matter.

Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Wednesday, June 19, 2019
7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

$10; $15 at the door

Put on your heels, glue on your eyelashes, and get ready to learn more about the power if drag in Indiana. Non-profit organizations around the city have used drag to promote their mission in an entertaining and eye-catching ways. Join us for a night of glitz and glam and see how drag makes everything better!

Drag and other costumes encouraged. Cash bar and light refreshments available.

Proceeds support IHS’ LGBTQ Collecting Initiative.

 EKO Restaurant and Banquet Hall
3748 Lafayette Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46222

Thursday, June 20, 2019
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

$25, $20 IHS Members

Join us for an energy packed adventure through the culture and cuisine of Nigeria. We’ll taste our way through deeply flavored sauces, soups, stews and more inspired by the hundreds of ethnic groups who call Nigeria home.  

As Indiana's Storyteller, the Indiana Historical Society actively works to preserve historical narratives from Indiana's diverse population.  Inspired by our multicultural collecting initiatives, we've teamed up with the International Marketplace Coalition to experience the food of the many cultures that call Indiana home.

Please contact Lauren at lpeightel@indianahistory.org with any dietary restrictions.

 Presented in partnership with the International Marketplace Coalition.

with Meet and Greet

Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Wednesday, July 17, 2019
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

$40, $35 IHS Member, $35 Midwestern Roots Registrant
*ticket includes meet and greet and live recording

Parking is available at the History Center 

SYMHC LIVE! is an hour-long live recording of one episode of the popular podcast with hosts Tracy V. Wilson and Holly Frey. For this episode, guests will dive into the story behind the utopian society attempts of New Harmony, Indiana from 1815 to 1827, and their progressive ideals of free education, social class, feminism, and more.

Before the show, chat with Tracy V. Wilson and Holly Frey and enjoy light refreshments during this exclusive opportunity. Drink ticket included.

Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Wednesday, July 17, 2019
7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

$20, $15 IHS Member, $15 Midwestern Roots Registrant
*ticket includes live recording only

Parking is available at the History Center 

SYMHC LIVE! is an hour-long live recording of one episode of the popular podcast with hosts Tracy V. Wilson and Holly Frey. For this episode, guests will dive into the story behind the utopian society attempts of New Harmony, Indiana from 1815 to 1827, and their progressive ideals of free education, social class, feminism, and more.