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SUMMARY:Poetry Out Loud Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Indiana Humanities to learn more about how to offer Poetry Out Loud opportunities to your students and young performers. Through this program\, high school students across the country participate in a dynamic poetry recitation competition that is designed to improve their public speaking skills\, help build confidence\, and teach them about literary history and contemporary life. \nDuring the webinar\, we’ll go over important updates for the 2026-2027 Poetry Out Loud season and key dates for the Indiana competition. The webinar will be recorded and shared on our website.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/poetry-out-loud-informational-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Indiana Humanities Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261006T193000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T102615Z
UID:10002034-1791309600-1791315000@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Black Freedom from Selma to Soweto: Gender\, Work\, Consciousness
DESCRIPTION:Join IU Indianapolis Arts & Humanities institute for a public lecture by Kanika Batra entitled “Black Freedom from Selma to Soweto: Gender\, Work\, Consciousness.”\n\n\nPresented through the Speculative Play and Just Futurities program in collaboration with the IU Indianapolis Arts & Humanities Institute\, Center for Africana Studies and Culture\, and Ray Bradbury Center. Generously funded by the Mellon Foundation.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/black-freedom-from-selma-to-soweto-gender-work-consciousness/
LOCATION:Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N Delaware St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="IU Indianapolis Arts & Humanities Institute":MAILTO:iahi@iupui.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T144431Z
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SUMMARY:Founding Fathers of Henry County
DESCRIPTION:The New Castle–Henry County Public Library is sponsoring Henry County Reads\, a community-wide read of  1776 by David McCollough. The library will distribute free copies of the book (pick up yours at the main circulation desk) and will offer several related programs. \nAt this event\, Darrel Radford of the Henry County Historical Society will discuss the people who helped shape Henry County’s earliest days\, including the pioneers\, civic leaders\, and visionaries whose leadership\, perseverance\, and dedication laid the foundation for the communities we know today. Through stories\, historical records\, and local insights\, Radford will explore the lives and legacies of Henry County’s “founding fathers” and the lasting impact they had on the county’s growth and development. \nWhether you’re a lifelong resident\, a history enthusiast\, or simply curious about local heritage\, this engaging presentation offers a unique opportunity to connect with Henry County’s rich past. \nRegistration is appreciated. To register\, click on the RSVP button above to go to the library’s events page\, then complete the registration form. \nFor more information\, call the library at 765.529.0362\, email krystals@nchcpl.org\, or visit the library’s event web page. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/founding-fathers-of-henry-county/
LOCATION:New Castle–Henry County Public Library\, 376 S. 15th St.\, New Castle\, IN\, 47362
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261120T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260519T184016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T184016Z
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SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s Voices and Votes: Democracy in America Exhibition (Greencastle)
DESCRIPTION:The Smithsonian’s traveling exhibition\, Voices and Votes: Democracy in America\, will continue its tour of Indiana at the The Prindle Institute for Ethics at DePauw University and the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics in Greencastle where it will be on display from Oct. 10-Nov. 20\, 2026. The exhibition gives an in-depth look on America’s democracy and brings discussions about democracy to local communities. Host organizations will present a companion exhibition and series of programs in their communities during the exhibits six-week visit.  \nThe exhibit will tour the seven small towns across Indiana during the Semiquincentennial\, which commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Learn more about the tour and locations here. 
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/smithsonians-voices-and-votes-democracy-in-america-exhibition-greencastle/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260511T173034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173034Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan City Public Art 5K and Landmark Discovery Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Michigan City Public Art 5K and Landmark Discovery Experience is a community event that combines wellness\, public art\, local history\, and interactive storytelling. Hosted in partnership with local organizations\, the event aligns with the Michigan City Public Art Commission’s 5K Run/Walk. Participants will follow a route connecting public sculptures throughout the community\, with opportunities to take selfies\, engage with public art installations\, and access audio storytelling through QR-enabled sites. \nIn addition to the 5K\, attendees will be introduced to the Landmark + Art Guide (LAG)\, a growing initiative highlighting additional landmarks\, historic sites\, and cultural destinations throughout Michigan City and northwest Indiana. Event activations may include informational booths\, guided mini-walking tours\, site recommendations\, and opportunities to explore locations beyond the race route. \nThe event is intended to celebrate creativity\, encourage movement\, increase awareness of local destinations\, and strengthen community pride through arts and heritage engagement. \nFor more information about the day’s activities or registration for the 5K\, visit the Decay Devils website or the Michigan City Public Art Committee website. \nThe Landmark + Art Guide and associated programming received support from a Historic Preservation Education Grant awarded by Indiana Humanities and Indiana Landmarks.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/michigan-city-public-art-5k-and-landmark-discovery-experience/
LOCATION:Millennium Plaza\, 1 Franklin St.\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261010T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260916T142441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T142441Z
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SUMMARY:Voices and Votes Opening Day Celebration and Ribbon Cutting (Greencastle)
DESCRIPTION:Democracy\, up close. \nJoin the Prindle Institute for Ethics on October 10 from 4–6 PM for a free public opening reception for Voices and Votes: Democracy in America\, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition making its Greencastle debut. Tracing the history of American campaigns\, elections\, and the fight to expand participation\, the exhibition raises big questions about who gets to shape our democracy and what it takes to sustain it. Voices and Votes continues through November 20.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/voices-and-votes-opening-day-celebration-and-ribbon-cutting-greencastle/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261011T180000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260616T160700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160700Z
UID:10001970-1791734400-1791741600@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Real Life\, Revised Reading Series
DESCRIPTION:Join emcee Sam Ferrante and producer John Strauss for a monthly reading series at Indiana Humanities. The open mic features 10 local authors for 5 minute readings\, followed by time for snacks\, drinks\, and conversations. Free and open to the public! \n \nThis series is supported by Butler MFA and Booth literary magazine\, and broadcast on WQRT FM.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/real-life-revised-reading-series-10/
LOCATION:Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N Delaware St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261012T170000
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CREATED:20260916T142708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T142708Z
UID:10002025-1791817200-1791824400@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Thinking and Working Across Difference
DESCRIPTION:In a polarized world\, meaningful dialogue across ideological divides is both challenging and essential. This workshop introduces participants to the value of engaging with opposing views and offers practical tools for navigating those conversations with openness and respect. Through guided discussion and reflection\, participants begin to build the mindset and skills needed to approach disagreement not as a threat\, but as an opportunity for growth\, learning\, and ethical insight. \nThis workshop is free and open to the public\, but advance registration is required. 
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/workshop-thinking-and-working-across-difference/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261015T180000
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CREATED:20260917T000252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T000252Z
UID:10002031-1792080000-1792087200@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Indiana Humanities Open House
DESCRIPTION:As part of National Arts and Humanities Month\, please join us for an evening of conversation\, connection\, and community to welcome Shelley Hunter as the new president and CEO of Indiana Humanities. \nLight refreshments will be served. \n  \nAbout Shelley Hunter \nShelley Hunter is a nonprofit executive and community leader with experience in philanthropy\, education\, fundraising\, community engagement\, and sports management. As CEO of College Mentors for Kids for 10 years\, she led a national mentoring organization that connected college students to elementary school children\, helping both groups develop confidence\, leadership skills\, and meaningful relationships. \nShelley has also held leadership positions with Harrison College\, Indiana University Foundation\, the predecessor bank of JPMorgan Chase\, and Indiana Sports Corporation. Her career has focused on building partnerships\, strengthening organizations\, and developing and growing programs that create positive community impact. \nShe has been actively involved in numerous civic and volunteer leadership roles throughout Indiana. She has served on nonprofit boards\, advisory committees\, and host committees for major community and sporting events. \nHunter received her bachelor’s degree from DePauw University and her master’s degree in philanthropic studies from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University. \n  \nAbout Indiana Humanities \nIndiana Humanities sparks curiosity\, connects people\, and explores the human experience through programs\, grants\, and storytelling. Learn more at www.indianahumanities.org.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/indiana-humanities-open-house/
LOCATION:Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N Delaware St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Indiana Humanities Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261015T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T143140Z
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SUMMARY:Voices and Votes: Public Debate on Compulsory Voting
DESCRIPTION:Is voting a duty? \nAs part of the Voices and Votes exhibition programming\, join the Prindle Institute for Ethics on October 15 from 5:30–7 PM for a public debate on compulsory voting. Should democratic participation be required by law? Does a meaningful vote depend on the freedom not to cast one? These are live questions in democracies around the world\, and this event brings them into the open. Free and open to the public.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/voices-and-votes-public-debate-on-compulsory-voting/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T190000
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CREATED:20260717T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T144354Z
UID:10002001-1792087200-1792090800@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Washington's Spies Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The New Castle–Henry County Public Library is sponsoring Henry County Reads\, a community-wide read of  1776 by David McCollough. The library will distribute free copies of the book (pick up yours at the main circulation desk) and will offer several related programs. \nAt this event\, participants will step into the secret world of the American Revolution with Dr. Nicholas Miller\, professor of history at Ball State University\, as he explores the fascinating story of George Washington’s spy network and the intelligence operations that helped secure American independence. Miller’s engaging lecture will examine the courageous men and women who risked everything to gather information\, deceive the British\, and support the Continental Army. \nWhether you’ve read 1776 or simply enjoy American history\, this presentation offers a captivating look at one of the Revolutionary War’s most intriguing—and often overlooked—stories. \nRegistration is appreciated. To register\, click on the RSVP button above to go to the library’s events page\, then complete the registration form. \nFor more information\, call the library at 765.529.0362\, email krystals@nchcpl.org\, or visit the library’s event web page. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/washingtons-spies-lecture/
LOCATION:New Castle–Henry County Public Library\, 376 S. 15th St.\, New Castle\, IN\, 47362
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260325T190056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T163204Z
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SUMMARY:The History of Baseball in Evansville
DESCRIPTION:Join the Reitz Home Museum as historian and author Kevin Wirthwein dives into the history of baseball in Evansville. This exciting presentation will discuss baseball in Evansville from right after the Civil War through the 20th century—perfect for those interested in local history\, baseball history\, and lesser-known stories of the region. \nNote that this program takes place in Central time. \nFor more information\, contact the Reitz Home Museum at info@reitzhome.com or 812.426.1871. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/the-history-of-baseball-in-evansville/
LOCATION:Reitz Home Museum\, 112 Chestnut St.\, Evansville\, IN\, 47713
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261017T210000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260916T145411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T145549Z
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SUMMARY:Delaware Street Spooky Tour
DESCRIPTION:.Tours depart from Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N. Delaware St.\, Indianapolis. \nJoin Indiana Landmarks for an evening of spooky fun on a guided walking tour of Delaware Street in Indianapolis’s Old Northside Historic District\, a neighborhood where some of the city’s most prominent residents built grand homes\, churches\, and society halls that still stand today. Trick-or-treat at designated stops\, and hear guides share stories ranging from true crime and local lore to spooky architecture and truly scary renovations. \nThe guided tour features select building interiors\, including a look inside the 1903 Meredith Nicholson House\, where the Hoosier author penned his bestselling mystery The House of a Thousand Candles. Along the way\, capture the spooky mood at photo stations\, enjoy hot cider and seasonal treats\, and participate in a costume contest with your group\, if you dare. \nCostumes are welcomed (but not required). This tour departs from Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N. Delaware St.\, Indianapolis. Groups will cover just over 0.5 miles over the course of two hours. \nTickets\nTickets cost $25/general public; $20/Indiana Landmarks member; $17/child (age 6-11); free for children ages 5 and under. \nPurchase using the form below or visit DelawareStreetSpookyTour26.eventbrite.com \nTours depart every 15 minutes beginning at 4 p.m. with the last tour starting at 6:45 p.m. Scroll within ticket window below to view all times available.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/delaware-street-spooky-tour/
LOCATION:Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N Delaware St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260323T193503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T174633Z
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SUMMARY:History in Plain Sight: Above-Ground Archaeology Bingo
DESCRIPTION:History in Plain Sight invites you to uncover the hidden stories all around you. Through a guided walking tour\, interactive Archaeology Bingo\, and creative storytelling\, participants learn to “read” everyday details—like a bent sidewalk or a mysterious window—as clues to the past. This engaging\, hands-on experience transforms ordinary surroundings into extraordinary discoveries\, empowering you to see your community with fresh eyes and become a steward of its history. \nFor details about registering\, visit the Ruthmere website by clicking on the RSVP link above. \nFor additional information\, email info@ruthmere.org or call 574.264.0330 \nThis program received support from a Historic Preservation Education Grant awarded by Indiana Humanities and Indiana Landmarks.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/history-in-plain-sight-above-ground-archaeology-bingo/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Beardsley Discovery Center\, 819 N. Main St.\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46514
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261020T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261020T173000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260916T143327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T143327Z
UID:10002027-1792513800-1792517400@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: If a Bus Could Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, October 20 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM for Story Hour\, featuring Faith Ringgold’s If a Bus Could Talk. This picture book follows young Marcie on a magical bus ride through the story of Rosa Parks\, exploring what makes a rule fair\, what courage looks like\, and how one person’s actions can spark big change. We’ll read together and open it up for discussion afterward\, with questions built for young thinkers ready to dig into justice\, bravery\, and community. This event is free and all are welcome.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/story-hour-if-a-bus-could-talk/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260717T151251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T150558Z
UID:10002002-1792692000-1792695600@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Revolutionary Conversations: A Screening of Ken Burns's The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:The New Castle–Henry County Public Library is sponsoring Henry County Reads\, a community-wide read of  1776 by David McCollough. The library will distribute free copies of the book (pick up yours at the main circulation desk) and will offer several related programs. \nAt this event\, the library is partnering with Ball State PBS to screen excerpts from Ken Burns’s acclaimed documentary series The American Revolution\, followed by a community discussion exploring the people\, events\, and lasting impact of the Revolutionary War. Light refreshments will be served. \nRegistration is appreciated. To register\, click on the RSVP button above to go to the library’s events page\, then complete the registration form. \nFor more information\, call the library at 765.529.0362\, email krystals@nchcpl.org\, or visit the library’s event web page. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/revolutionary-conversations-a-screening-of-ken-burns-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:New Castle–Henry County Public Library\, 376 S. 15th St.\, New Castle\, IN\, 47362
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260729T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T203947Z
UID:10002008-1792692000-1792697400@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Conversations in Indiana's African American History
DESCRIPTION:Throughout 2026\, Freetown Village presents monthly conversations with historians\, researchers\, and educators to discuss topics related to Indiana’s Black heritage and deepen our understanding of the African American experience in Indiana\, past and present. \nOctober’s program features Kisha Tandy\, curator of social history at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites\, who will present “‘For Our Own People’: Mutual Aid and Banking.” \nThe event\, which includes a question-and-answer session\, will be presented both in person and online via Zoom. Registration is required for both in-person and online attendance. Click on the RSVP link above to register for both the in-person and online options. \nFor more information\, visit Freetown Village’s website at www.freetown.org\, email info@freetownvillage.org or call 317.631.1870. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/conversations-in-indianas-african-american-history-2/
LOCATION:Indiana Landmarks\, 1201 Central Ave.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260727T151454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T223237Z
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SUMMARY:Feast of the Hunters' Moon 2026
DESCRIPTION:The past is yours to savor at the Feast of the Hunters’ Moon. At this historic reenactment you can recapture 18th-century life at Fort Ouiatenon—the first fortified European outpost in what is now Indiana. \nThe Feast of the Hunters’ Moon is a re-creation of the annual fall gathering of the French and Native Americans that took place Fort Ouiatenon\, a fur-trading outpost in the mid-1700s. It is held annually in early autumn on the banks of the Wabash River\, four miles southwest of West Lafayette\, Indiana. \nThousands of participants reenact this event and create a feast for the senses\, including smells of smoke\, sounds of rifles\, tastes of authentic period food\, and more. \nContinuous free programming is held on five stages. French and Native American music and dance\, fife and drum corps performances\, military drills and demonstrations\, fashion shows\, and games and contests can be enjoyed at the 59th celebration of this event. Special hands-on activities include the children’s trade blanket\, costume try-on\, candle-dipping\, storytelling\, bead bracelet making\, cross-cut sawing\, and axe throwing. \nHours are Saturday\, October 24\, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT\, and Sunday\, October 25\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EDT. Information on tickets\, shuttle buses and programming is available at www.feastofthehuntersmoon.org. \nFor more information\, contact feast@tippecanoehistory.org. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/feast-of-the-hunters-moon-2026/
LOCATION:Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park\, 3129 S. River Rd.\, West Lafayette\, IN\, 47906
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T153000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260826T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T160244Z
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SUMMARY:Diners\, Ducks and Drive-Ins: Indianapolis Roadside Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Hear and reminisce about eye-catching Indianapolis buildings and businesses that emerged as automobiles reshaped the landscape\, including iconic places like the Tee Pee\, Al Green’s\, the Meadowbrook Diner\, the Pole\, the Steer-In\, and Wheeler’s restaurants and gas stations. Local historian Joan Hostetler\, founding director of the Indiana Album\, a community project that digitizes\, catalogs\, and shares public images of the state’s history and architecture\, will deliver a presentation and will follow up with Q&A and additional discussion. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring their own vintage photographs and postcards to be scanned during the program. Scanning services are provided independently by the Indiana Album. \nRegistration is required; to register\, click on the RSVP button above. \nNote that the program takes place in the Indianapolis Special Collections Room (ISCR) on the 6th floor within Central Library. \nFor more information\, contact Montoya Barker at mbarker@indypl.org or call the library at 317.275.4100. \nThis program is presented as part of the Indianapolis Public Library’s Culture\, History\, and Society series\, which received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/diners-ducks-and-drive-ins-indianapolis-roadside-architecture/
LOCATION:Indianapolis Public Library—Central Library\, 40 E. Saint Clair St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260725T031650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T154016Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Wright Thompson and Michael Koryta
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bloomington Book Festival for the third-annual presentation of the Bob Hammel Writing Award. \nThe 2026 winner and keynote speaker is Wright Thompson\, a New York Times bestselling author and revered journalist. A native of Clarksdale\, in the Mississippi Delta\, Thompson has spent two decades proving that the best stories are often about ambition\, loss\, family\, and the price of greatness. \nHis latest book\, The Barn: The Secret History of a Murder in Mississippi\, is a haunting account of the brutal 1955 murder of Emmett Till\, named a Best Book of the Year by the Washington Post\, TIME\, and Vanity Fair and nominated for a PEN America Literary Award. \nIn his journalism for ESPN and the Atlantic\, Thompson has written the definitive profiles of legends ranging from Ted Williams to Michael Jordan\, revealed the secret history of Tiger Woods’ Navy SEAL fascination\, and penned many of the most-read articles in ESPN’s history. Some of those pieces were collected in his New York Times bestseller\, The Cost of These Dreams: Sports Stories and Other Serious Business. \nAnother bestseller was Pappyland: A Story of Family\, Fine Bourbon\, and the Things That Last\, which is both a chronicle of the remarkable history of world-famous Pappy Van Winkle whiskey and a meditation on the traditions worth preserving. (We’re hoping Wright will offer an opinion on Indiana’s finest bourbon by the end of the night.) \nPresenting the Hammel Award and joining Wright in conversation is Bloomington native Michael Koryta\, a New York Times bestselling author whose new novel\, Die Famous\, releases September 22. Set in Indiana in 1937\, the novel follows Savannah Cody and her son Alford as they pursue the man she once loved and the nation now fears—the outlaw Nickel Terhune—from the Midwest to Maine. Stephen King called Die Famous “the best gangster novel I’ve ever read.” The evening with Wright Thompson will be Koryta’s only appearance in Bloomington this fall. Both writers will sign books following the event. \nDon’t miss the chance to hear these authors talk about their craft\, influences\, and bourbon preferences! \nTickets are required and may be purchased by clicking on the RSVP link above. For more information\, email bloomingtonbookfest@gmail.com. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/an-evening-with-wright-thompson-and-michael-koryta/
LOCATION:Buskirk-Chumley Theater\, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.\, Bloomington\, IN\, 47408
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T173000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260916T143500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T143500Z
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SUMMARY:Story Hour: Hansel and Gretel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spooky Story Hour on Monday\, October 27\, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.\, featuring Stephen King and Maurice Sendak’s haunting retelling of Hansel and Gretel. This is a story about fear and courage\, about who to trust and who to doubt\, and about the choices we make when things get desperate. We’ll read together\, then open it up for discussion\, asking what it really means to be brave and how far is too far to go to survive. This version leans into the dark and suspenseful side of the tale\, so it’s best suited for grade-school readers and up. This event is free and all are welcome.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/story-hour-hansel-and-gretel/
LOCATION:Prindle Institute for Ethics\, 2961 W. Co. Rd. 225 S.\, Greencastle\, IN\, 46135
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260713T140713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T141222Z
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SUMMARY:Books\, Booze & Brains: Digital Fourth Amendment
DESCRIPTION:Format: In person at Strange Bird Indy\, Livestream \nBook: The Digital Fourth Amendment: Privacy and Policing in Our Online World\, by Orin Kerr \nLivestream information: \nThis discussion will be in-person and live-streamed on Indiana Sciences YouTube page. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@indianasciences
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/books-booze-brains-digital-fourth-amendment/
LOCATION:Strange Bird\, 128 S Audubon Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261029T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260919T170125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T173740Z
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SUMMARY:American Voices\, Indiana Stories
DESCRIPTION:As America’s 250th anniversary celebrations continue throughout 2026\, the Indianapolis Men’s Chorus is turning the spotlight toward home. \nOn October 29\, the chorus presents American Voices\, Indiana Stories\, an evening of music\, storytelling\, and history exploring the remarkable Hoosiers whose creativity\, resilience\, service\, and innovation have helped shape our nation. \nPresented by Crossroad\, the chorus’s new chamber ensemble\, the concert brings Indiana stories to life through music and historical reflection\, connecting our state’s past with the larger American story. The program is curated by the IMC’s Joseph Perkins Jr.\, with historical research and interpretation by Dr. Nicholas Johnson\, associate professor of musicology at Butler University. \nTickets cost $15; click here or on the RSVP link above to purchase them. \nFor more information\, contact the Indianapolis Men’s Chorus at info@indianapolismenschorus.org or 317.268.8266. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/american-voices-indiana-stories/
LOCATION:Indiana Historical Society\, 450 W. Ohio St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Indianapolis Men's Chorus":MAILTO:info@indianapolismenschorus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260717T151717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T145621Z
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SUMMARY:Henry County Reads Closing Event: LIBER-TEA Party
DESCRIPTION:The New Castle–Henry County Public Library is sponsoring Henry County Reads\, a community-wide read of  1776 by David McCollough. The library will distribute free copies of the book (pick up yours at the main circulation desk) and will offer several related programs. \nAt this event\, the library concludes this year’s Henry County Reads program with a patriotic LIBER-TEA Party celebrating. Guests will enjoy an evening of tea\, light refreshments\, and engaging conversation with members of the Hugh Dinwiddie Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). \nCome raise a teacup in honor of history\, literature\, and community! \nRegistration is appreciated. To register\, click on the RSVP button above to go to the library’s events page\, then complete the registration form. \nFor more information\, call the library at 765.529.0362\, email krystals@nchcpl.org\, or visit the library’s event web page. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/henry-county-reads-closing-event-liber-tea-party/
LOCATION:New Castle–Henry County Public Library\, 376 S. 15th St.\, New Castle\, IN\, 47362
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261108T180000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260616T160847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160847Z
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SUMMARY:Real Life\, Revised Reading Series
DESCRIPTION:Join emcee Sam Ferrante and producer John Strauss for a monthly reading series at Indiana Humanities. The open mic features 10 local authors for 5 minute readings\, followed by time for snacks\, drinks\, and conversations. Free and open to the public! \n \nThis series is supported by Butler MFA and Booth literary magazine\, and broadcast on WQRT FM.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/real-life-revised-reading-series-11/
LOCATION:Indiana Humanities\, 1500 N Delaware St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260531T122852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171743Z
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SUMMARY:The Sun Also Rises at 100: An Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Join the Willard Library and the hosts of the Ernest Hemingway Foundation’s One True Podcast series for a discussion about the inspiration\, composition\, and craft of Ernest Hemingway’s iconic Lost Generation masterpiece\, The Sun Also Rises. \nFor more information\, contact Arrika Taylor at the Willard Library at ataylor@willard.lib.in.us or 812.425.4309. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/the-sun-also-rises-at-100-an-appreciation/
LOCATION:Willard Public Library\, 21 N First Avenue\, Evansville\, IN\, 47710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260928T103133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T103133Z
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SUMMARY:Common Read Conversation: Daniel Kraus and Dr. Abby Fraeman
DESCRIPTION:What can a 75-year-old science fiction classic teach us about the future? \n\nTechnology promises to connect us\, but can it also drive us further apart? Seventy-five years after its publication\, Ray Bradbury’s The Illustrated Man continues to spark conversations about some of the most important questions facing society today: How is technology changing our lives and relationships? What do we fear\, and what do we hope for\, as we look toward the future? How do imagination\, family\, and community shape the world we create together? \nJoin Pulitzer Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Kraus\, NASA planetary scientist Dr. Abby Fraeman\, deputy project scientist for the Curiosity rover mission\, and award-winning Indianapolis author and Afrofuturist Maurice Broaddus for an engaging conversation that explores the enduring relevance of Bradbury’s work and the intersections of science\, storytelling\, technology\, and humanity. \nThis free public event is the culminating experience of the 2026 Indianapolis Common Read\, a city-wide initiative that has brought together readers\, students\, educators\, libraries\, book clubs\, workplaces\, and community organizations through a shared reading experience. Throughout the fall\, participants have explored The Illustrated Man and its themes through reading groups\, community discussions\, educational programming\, and cultural events designed to foster dialogue and connection across Central Indiana. \nPresented by IU Indianapolis in partnership with the Ray Bradbury Center\, Indiana Humanities\, Indiana Life Sciences Association\, the Indianapolis Public Library System\, schools\, cultural organizations\, and community partners\, the Common Read demonstrates the power of stories to bring people together around big ideas and shared questions about our future. \nWhether you’ve read the book cover-to-cover\, participated in a discussion group\, or are simply curious about the ideas it inspires\, you are invited to join fellow community members for an evening of conversation\, reflection\, and discovery. \nOne city. One book. Many perspectives. Join the conversation. \nThousands of copies of The Illustrated Man have been made available through libraries across Indianapolis and surrounding counties. \nThis event is part of the Spirit & Place Festival (Nov. 5–15). Learn more at spiritandplace.org. \nThe Indianapolis Common Read Conversation is a Spirit & Place event.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/common-read-conversation-daniel-kraus-and-dr-abby-fraeman/
LOCATION:Indiana Historical Society\, 450 W. Ohio St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Ray Bradbury Center":MAILTO:bradbury@iupui.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T153000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260609T214255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T162527Z
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SUMMARY:The Lost Photographs of Osbert Sumner
DESCRIPTION:In 1898\, Osbert Sumner (1873–1932) was given a camera by his coworkers after leaving his position at a downtown wholesale grocery. With it\, he captured a unique perspective of Indianapolis at the turn of the twentieth century. His glass negatives were left under the basement stairs of his home in Irvington\, where they remained hidden for decades\, only to be discovered by future owners who donated them to the Irvington Historical Society. There were no names\, no dates\, just a cache of incredible images waiting to be identified\, more than 300 of them. For more than seven years\, researchers at the Irvington Historical Society have worked to identify the people\, places\, and stories depicted in the images. \nDeedee Davis\, Irvington Historical Society board member and reference archivist for the Indianapolis City-County Archives\, will discuss the collaborative research process and the discoveries that offer a largely unseen perspective of early Indianapolis. Davis’s talk is presented as part the Indianapolis Public Library’s Culture\, History\, and Society series. \nNote that the program takes place in the Indianapolis Special Collections Room (ISCR) on the 6th floor within Central Library. \nFor more information\, contact Montoya Barker at mbarker@indypl.org or call the library at 317.275.4100. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/the-lost-photographs-of-osbert-sumner/
LOCATION:Indianapolis Public Library—Central Library\, 40 E. Saint Clair St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260608T202457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T202803Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the History and Legacy of Slavery in Indiana
DESCRIPTION:The Jennings County Historical Society hosts its “Exploring the History and Legacy of Slavery in Indiana” series featuring Sue Livers\, a historian of Indiana’s Black history. Livers will present programs that explain the ways that slavery existed in Indiana\, discuss enslaved people’s lives and their struggles for freedom in Indiana’s early years\, examine the long-term effects of slavery on Black communities in the region\, and talk about lynchings in the state. \nFor more information\, call the Jennings County Historical Society at 812.346.8989 or visit its website. \nThis program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/exploring-the-history-and-legacy-of-slavery-in-indiana-2/
LOCATION:Jennings County Historical Society\, 134 East Brown Street\, Vernon\, Indiana\, 47282
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T144031
CREATED:20260713T140950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T141139Z
UID:10001992-1795545000-1795550400@indianahumanities.org
SUMMARY:Books\, Booze & Brains: Do I Know You?
DESCRIPTION:Format: In person at Strange Bird Indy\, Livestream \nBook: Do I Know You?: A Faceblind Reporter’s Journey into the Science of Sight\, Memory\, and Imagination by Sadie Dingfelder \nLivestream information: \nThis discussion will be in-person and live-streamed on Indiana Sciences YouTube page. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@indianasciences
URL:https://indianahumanities.org/event/books-booze-brains-do-i-know-you/
LOCATION:Strange Bird\, 128 S Audubon Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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