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The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites give people thousands of ways to explore Indiana.  At all 12 locations, visitors will find stories about the people, places and things that shape Indiana.  The ISMHS welcomes everyone, whether they're a Hoosier by birth or a Hoosier at Heart.

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Megan Simpson, Director of Public Relations 
317.234.8146

Paige Southerland, Community Marketing Coordinator
317.234.5078

Category: Gene Stratton-Porter

9/8/17

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site to host ‘Gene’s Autumn Tea’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – The public is invited to Gene’s Autumn Tea , Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site’s annual high tea on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. The tea will benefit the Gene Stratton-Porter Society and the restoration of the gardens and the grounds. Guests will enjoy tea delicacies such as zucchini cheddar bread, cucumber sandwiches, chicken salad... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/8/17
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9/1/17

UPDATE: Indiana Hunter Education course canceled

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – Due to many Indiana Conservation Officers aiding those affected by Hurricane Harvey, the Indiana Hunter’s Education course slated for Saturday, Sept. 2 and Saturday, Sept. 9 at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site has been canceled. The annual Wild Game Cookout is still slated for Saturday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m.    "Many of Indiana’s... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/1/17
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8/4/17

Open House to celebrate famous Hoosier’s birthday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Tiffany Conrad, 260.854.3790, tconrad@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – The public is invited to the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site on Thursday, Aug. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. for Gene Stratton-Porter’s Birthday Open House . The event celebrates the life of Gene Stratton-Porter, Indiana’s most widely read female author. “This open house is a celebration sharing Gene’s birthday and her accomplishments with the... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/4/17
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8/2/17

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site to present ‘Stargazing & Night Hike’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Tiffany Conrad, 260.854.3790, tconrad@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site invites the public to experience Sower’s Woods during a special Stargazing & Night Hike on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. “Many people visit the site and Sower’s Woods during the day, but not a lot of people get to experience the woods during the night,” says Tiffany Conrad, the site’s... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/2/17
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7/5/17

Media Tip Sheet – Q3 2017

Media Tip Sheet – Q3 2017 Upcoming major events and exhibitions at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites through 2017 SECTION A: Indiana State Museum Welcome to 2017 – “The Year of Science” Exhibitions presented by Lilly   EXHIBITION – Ice Age Graveyards   February 25 to September 4, 2017 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.] 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Sun.] Admission: Included with museum admission ... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/5/17
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7/3/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites continue Blue Star Museum discount program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites continue to honor America’s service men and women by participating in the Blue Star Museum program. The program provides free admission to any active service military, including National Guard and Reserve, and up to five family members. The discount is valid between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2017 and is accepted at the... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 7/3/17
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5/4/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites: 12 great day trip ideas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078,  psoutherland@indianamuseum.org  INDIANAPOLIS — As Hoosiers plan their summer break away from the hustle, bustle and day-to-day responsibilities of their normal lives, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is offering 12 fun day trip ideas for multigenerational adventures. The 12-site, statewide museum system features inspiring historic places in locations throughout the state. “Our... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 5/4/17
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12/27/16

Media Tip Sheet – Q1 2017

Media Tip Sheet – Q1 2017 Upcoming major events and exhibitions at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites through 2017 SECTION A: Indiana State Museum Welcome to 2017 – “The Year of Science” Exhibitions presented by Eli Lilly and Company   PROGRAM – Museum INvasion Ongoing dates 1:30 p.m., or by appointment [Sat.] Admission: $10 for members; $20 for non-members [price includes museum admission] Don’t just... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 12/27/16
News Press Releases Education Exhibitions Angel Mounds Learning Family Camps Event Corydon Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum Historic New Harmony Celebration Crossing Levi and Catharine Coffin

12/20/16

State Museum to receive donation from Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc.  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS – Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. has donated the use of one of their Subaru Outback vehicles to the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. “I’m excited to have the opportunity to show the Subaru off to the various parts of the state,” said Laura Minzes, associate vice president of State Historic Sites. “From Vincennes to Corydon, from Levi... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 12/20/16
News Press Releases Bicentennial Angel Mounds Corydon Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum Historic New Harmony Levi and Catharine Coffin

8/23/16

‘Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay’ to kickoff in Corydon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The public is invited to the kickoff of the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay on Friday, Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. in Corydon, Ind. The relay, scheduled to feature runners from all 92 Indiana counties, will pass through 11 of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites’ 12 historically significant locations. The 11 historic locations on the relay route include... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/23/16
Event News Press Releases Bicentennial Angel Mounds Family Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Levi Coffin

8/11/16

12 great day trips Labor Day Weekend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts : Bruce Williams, 317.234.8146, bwilliams@indianamuseum.org or Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — As Hoosiers begin planning their Labor Day weekend getaways, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites wants to offer 12 fun Indiana day trip ideas. The 12-site museum system features inspiring historic places in locations throughout the state of Indiana. The 12 locations, connecting visitors... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/11/16
Press Releases Education Bicentennial Angel Mounds Learning Family Corydon Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum News

7/25/16

Arts Commission accepting applications for Arts in the Parks and Historic Sites grants  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Rex A. Van Zant 317-232-1273 (voice) 317-232-5595 (fax) www.in.gov/arts rvanzant@iac.in.gov (Indianapolis, Indiana) – The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced today that it is now accepting applications for the Arts in the Parks and Historic Sites grant program. “This program provides funding for Indiana arts organizations, non-arts organizations, and Hoosier individual artists to bring arts programs, services and... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/25/16
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5/10/16

Indiana’s Bicentennial Bucket List

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org  INDIANAPOLIS — As Hoosiers are celebrating the bicentennial year in various ways, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites has created Indiana’s Bicentennial Bucket List to help promote traditions and oddities around the state. “We’ve put the bicentennial bucket list together for Hoosiers and non-Hoosiers alike to experience something new about Indiana... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 5/10/16
News Press Releases Education Bicentennial Angel Mounds Learning Family Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum

4/15/16

12 great Indiana day trip ideas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2016 Contacts: Bruce Williams, 317.234.8146, bwilliams@indianamuseum.org or Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — As Hoosiers plan their summer break away from the hustle, bustle and day-to-day responsibilities of their normal lives, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is offering 12 fun day trip ideas for multigenerational adventures. The 12-site museum system features inspiring historic places in locations... Read More
at 4/15/16
News Press Releases Education Angel Mounds Learning Family Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum