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History, Museums & Landmarks

Indiana Bicentennial Torch in MoCo

The Bicentennial Torch has arrived in Montgomery County and will be available for viewing at the Carnegie Museum.  Exhibit details still to be announced. Local resident, John Gadd, designed and created the display holding the torch.  The top and bottom base is made from quarter sawn...

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20 Torchbearers for MoCo

20 Torchbearers will be carrying the Bicentennial flame for Montgomery County on October 13th, 2016.  This is a diverse group with a broad range of accomplishments. [caption id="attachment_2824" align="alignright" width="146"] Suzi Gephart[/caption] Suzi Gephart - Suzi is a lifelong resident of Montgomery County and has been an educator...

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The Bicentennial Experience

The Bicentennial Experience is a self-contained traveling museum stopping in Crawfordsville on 10/13/2016 and open to the public from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, located at the Montgomery County Courthouse during the Torch Relay Celebration.  There are 6 different exhibits areas. From Indiana’s stunning landscapes and waterways,...

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Cultural Trail Passport

Explore Montgomery County using the Cultural Trail Passport and once completed receive a gift to commemorate the experience. On the Passport there is a list of participating local attractions including art galleries and museums.  When visiting a location ask staff to stamp your passport.  After visiting...

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January 31st Nomination Deadline

Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on the Montgomery County Community?  Historical figures, community volunteers, artists, athletes, entrepreneurs –  the list is endless. Take time to recognize the efforts of these leaders and nominate them as torchbearers for the Bicentennial Torch Relay,...

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Bicentennial Torchbearer Nominations

The entire State of Indiana will commemorate the 200th birthday of our great state with a number of celebrations, activities and other Bicentennial themed festivities in the coming year. The Torch Relay will traverse 2,300+ miles during a five-and-a-half week journey. It will kick off on...

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Grecian Dress at Athens of Indiana Arts

Now’s your chance to help GROW THE ARTS in Montgomery County!Athens Arts is hosting its Spring Fundraising Gala on Friday, April 25, 2014.As a nonprofit organization, Athens Arts depends on this key fundraiser to enable us to bring the Crawfordsville community the kind of art,...

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Experience the Civil War at the Lew Wallace Study

Crawfordsville, Indiana – The Sesquicentennial of the Civil War will be celebrated this Saturday and Sunday June 30th and July 1stwith an encampment and presentations at the General Lew Wallace Study and Museum.  Larry Paarlberg, the museum director, announced today the event is open to...

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