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The Irvington Historical Society, established in 1964, is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history, art, and culture of Irvington, a historic eastside neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Irvington Historical Society is headquartered in the Bona Thompson Memorial Center, located in the heart of Irvington.  The Bona Thompson Memorial served as the Butler University library  from 1901-1928 when Butler was located in Irvington.  The center now houses  the Irvington historic archives.  In the spirit of Irvington's artistic past and present, the Bona Thompson Memorial Center houses a permanent Hoosier-School Artists collection and a rotating contemporary art collection. The Bona Thompson Memorial Center is also available for tours and rentals.

 

 

 

 

41st Annual Ice Cream Social

Join us at Bona Thompson Memorial Center for an Irvington family tradition!  Ice cream, Live Jazz, and great art come together as we've done for over 10 years now!  White River Jazz Band will play your swing, big band, and jazz favorites.

August 7, 2005

2-5 p.m.

 

Clifton Wheeler:  Indiana Master and His Students

July 29-September 25, 2005

This show will be an exciting twist on the typical gallery show, with both rarely seen privately-held works, now for sale and museum collection pieces from around the state for your enjoyment.  For years, Wheeler influenced Indiana art through his teaching at Herron Art Institute.  He and his wife Hilah also taught and practiced art at their Irvington home.

 

Irvington Presents Juried Art Show

October 1, 2005 7:00 p.m.

Three years running, this exhibit always draws a lively mix of contemporary artists.  All works will be for sales, making this a great collector's opportunity.

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do you have photos of Irvington people, places, and things?  We would love to have a copy for our archive!  Contact us at the Bona Thompson Center or via e-mail, irvingtonians@earthlink.net.

Contacting the Irvington Historical  Society:  

Bona Thompson Memorial Center

5350 University Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219

Finding us is easy!  We are 10 minutes due east from downtown Indianapolis, just off the historic National Road (Washington Street).  

Hours: Wed  1-3pm, Sat 1-3pm, Sun 2-4pm and by appointment.   

The Bona Thompson Memorial Center is also available for tours and rentals.

(317) 353-BONA 
 mailto:irvingtonians@earthlink.net
 
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