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Special Events

In our efforts to collect, preserve, interpret and share the past, we never want to forget the importance of celebration. At the History Center, we have a wide variety of rooms and areas that can accommodate all types of events. Whether you need a classroom for a training session, a hall for a banquet or a theater for a performance, we have the facilities to make your event a success.

For more information on events or facility rentals call (317) 234-0081 or (317) 234-7722

Events

2020 Indy's Premier Bourbon Celebration

presented by Payless Liquors
supported by Lyft

Eugene and Marilyn Glick
Indiana History Center
Friday, March 6, 2020
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 
Samplings and Auctions end at 9:30 p.m.

Guest: $150 | IHS Member: $125 | Designated Driver: $50
*To purchase the VIP ticket package, select the option below.
This event is for ages 21 and over only.

Enjoy all the exhibits at the History Center while sampling renowned spirits and learning more about the fine art of distilling.  Exclusive bourbon packages are available during our silent and live auctions.

Participating Distilleries to Date:
Brown-Forman, Buffalo Trace, New Riff, Horse Soldier, Jefferson’s, Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark, Ole Smoky, Redneck Riviera, WhistlePig

 

Free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
Paid parking is available on the street or at the Senate Avenue Garage to the east of the IHS parking lot.

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2020 Indy's Premier Bourbon Celebration - VIP Package

VIP PACKAGE

presented by Payless Liquors
supported by Lyft

Eugene and Marilyn Glick
Indiana History Center
Friday, March 6, 2020
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 
Samplings and Auctions end at 9:30 p.m.

Guest: $190 | IHS Member: $165 | Designated Driver: $50 
This event is for ages 21 and over only.

Enjoy all the exhibits at the History Center while sampling renowned spirits and learning more about the fine art of distilling.  Exclusive bourbon packages are available during our silent and live auctions.

Our new VIP experience includes a guided tasting by a master distiller and additional food one hour before regular admission plus a commemorative rocks glass.

Participating Distilleries to Date:
Brown-Forman, Buffalo Trace, New Riff, Horse Soldier, Jefferson’s, Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark, Ole Smoky, Redneck Riviera, WhistlePig

Free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
Paid parking is available on the street or at the Senate Avenue Garage to the east of the IHS parking lot.

 
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A Toast to Now

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

Thursday, February 27, 2020
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Guest: $10

Join us for an empowering networking event where you can meet influential women, learn about how you can help other women in the community and have a lot of fun. Sip on wine from Chateau Ste. Michelle and enjoy food from Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse as you tour the History Center’s exhibits, including You Are There 1915: Madam C.J. Walker, Empowering Women as well as Be Heard: Women’s Voices in Indiana. A panel discussion follows.

Panelists include:
Kristy Rans, owner, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Lauren Grey, author
Dr. Jasmine D. Gonzalvo, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Phyllis Barkman Ferrell, Vice President and Chief Global Commercial Services Officer at Eli Lilly and Company
Cebronica Luft, General Manager of Lyft and owner of The Pavilion at Pan Am

 

Sponsored by Chateau Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, lyft, Scarlet Lane Brewing Company, Jeptha Creed Distillery and 1001 Watts

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Outside View of the Indiana Historical Society Building
Plan your visit
Tuesday - Saturday10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Indiana Experience Admission Free IHS MembersFree Children under 5$9 Adult$8 Seniors 60 and older$5 Youth ages 5 through 17 Free parking with admission in lot off New York.