August 2015 - Indiana Bicentennial Commission Newsletter

August 2015  Volume 19

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Perry Hammock

DEEP IN THE DOG DAYS

Summer has arrived in Indiana – what many call the “dog days.” Originally, this term referred to the hottest, muggiest days of summer coinciding with the early morning rising of Sirius, the Dog Star.  I always thought it was because the weather was so oppressive on the farm that the dogs ...

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Adrienne Smith

MEET ADRIENNE SMITH

Born in Johnson County, Adrienne Smith grew up on a 360 acre grain farm, attended and participated in the Johnson County 4-H Fair for years, while dancing, cheerleading and learning gymnastics. Falling in love with dance and cheerleading, she became interested in sporting events and ...

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Rachel Beliles

MEET RACHEL BELILES

Rachel Beliles joined the Indiana Bicentennial Commission in May to intern for the summer. She is a Hoosier through and through and a native to Hendricks County. Beliles attends Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio and is currently pursuing a double major in Spanish and ...

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FEATURED STORIES

Sustainable Indiana

THE TREE OF HOPE LEGACY PROJECT

What could be a more fitting monument to Indiana's 200th birthday .. READ MORE >


Q&A with Brad Buchanan

Q&A WITH BRAD BUCHANAN

Brad Buchanan is working alongside Colleen Engle and the ... READ MORE >

July Commission Meeting

JULY COMMISSION MEETING UPDATE

The Indiana Bicentennial Commission held its most recent ... READ MORE >


Torch Relay Logo

PURDUE STUDENTS DESIGN TORCH

The Bicentennial is a time for Hoosiers across the state ... READ MORE >

Starr Piano Company

THE "STARRS" ARE OUT IN RICHMOND, INDIANA

Richmond, Indiana is slowly becoming known as the home of ... READ MORE >


Corydon Capitol

CRADLE OF THE STATE OF INDIANA

Harrison County had been referred to as the "Cradle of the State ... READ MORE >

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COUNTY UPDATES

Pamela Bennett Martin

HARRISON COUNTY

  • Thank you to Harrison County Coordinator Pamela Bennett Martin for presenting to the Commission in Corydon on July 31
  • Harrison County has many events and celebrations planned for 2016 including a time capsule and restoration of the first State Capitol

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Sharon Wilson

CRAWFORD COUNTY

  • Thank you to Crawford County Coordinator Sharon Wilson for sharing the planned activities with Commission members
  • Crawford County has a lot to offer for celebrations and Legacy Projects and Sharon plans to submit as many as she can

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Imojean Dedrick

ORANGE COUNTY

  • Imojean Dedrick, Orange County's Coordinator did a great job presenting to the Commission and audience members on July 31
  • Orange County is kicking off the Bicentennial year on February 1st, which is Orange County's birthday

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Jeanne Burke

CLARK COUNTY

  • Jeanne Burke, Clark County's Bicentennial Coordinator shared her county's Bicentennial plans at the most recent IBC meeting
  • Clark County Legacy Project ideas include the Clark County Museum and plaque and the Buffalo Trace

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BICENTENNIAL BOOK UPDATE

Bicentennial Book Cover


DID YOU KNOW THERE IS AN OFFICIAL BOOK OF THE INDIANA BICENTENNIAL?

 

“Indiana at 200: A Celebration of the Hoosier State.” is a collector’s book that celebrates our state’s milestone in words and images that reflect a variety of experiences and reveal the special character of Indiana. 

 

The book will reflect on Hoosiers’ lives today and how our 200-year history informs our present and shapes the future. 

 

The limited edition coffee table book will include an introduction and 14 chapters highlighting the rich and varied aspects of the state and its people, from its natural environment to its cities and towns, from business and commerce to religion and philanthropy, and from arts and culture to government, schools and libraries. 

 

Each chapter will open with a short essay written by a noted Hoosier followed by photographs, quotes and anecdotes from Indiana residents of diverse ages, backgrounds and experiences. 

 

Unique and surprising facts about Indiana and its 92 counties, from the state’s early settlers to the present day, will also be incorporated. 


The official bicentennial book is being printed now. A reduced price is available, but only through August 31st. 


Orders placed before the deadline receive a commemorative edition book. Only these book are numbered as they are sold and have an optional leather cover and personalization. 


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