The Morris-Butler House should probably be on the must-see list for anyone who likes classic architecture in general or local history…which fits me pretty well actually as I’m intrigued by both. Really impressive structure visually and part of the rich history of Indianapolis. The Old Northside neighborhood where it sits is called that because it was once considered a northern suburb of Indianapolis in its day. It’s hard to imagine that now when you think about the distance that present-day suburban expansion has reached since then. The Morris-Butler House, located at 1204 N. Park, just east of Central, is maintained and operated by Indiana Landmarks and open for the public to see. The Old Northside is in itself worth the time to visit and explore. The homes there are amazing to see and some especially are truly awe-inspiring examples of mid-late 1800′s architecture.
Morris-Butler House
Posted on July 8th, 2011 by Richard. Categories: Architecture & Design, Historic Homes / BuildingsOptimistic Outlook
Posted on July 6th, 2011 by Richard. Categories: Community Feature
One way to measure a community is just to drive around and observe the amount of public and private construction going on. More importantly, it’s a way to measure optimism for the future from its citizens and the business community. If there is little or no construction, then their outlook and the areas economy is either in decline or flat. If there is a lot, then the economy is good and investors are willing to bet that the future will be even better. By that measure, Indianapolis is strong and going places. There are massive construction projects going on everywhere. Those large warning signs, orange barrels and construction baracades are literally around every corner in downtown Indy. Some of this has to do with polishing up things for the Super Bowl here which is just six months away, but most have been planned for a while and would have happened anyway. The photo here is the project underway on what used to be Georgia Street, just east of the Convention Center new main-entrance, which is just one example. If you look back 5-10 years, the changes are substantial. If you look back 15-30 years, the evolution has been nothing short of amazing. Indianapolis is on a track that has transformed it into one of the more progressive communities nationally. But just look around at all the construction now…the bet is the best is yet to come.
4th of July – 2011
Posted on July 4th, 2011 by Richard. Categories: Holidays
Hope you are enjoying your Fourth of July holiday. Best wishes from Indy Home Book.
Summer Heat
Posted on July 3rd, 2011 by Richard. Categories: Nature
As the thermometer hit 90+, we all are making adjustments to keep cool, including this fellow, who was enjoying a good splashing and a drink in the public fountain. It looked like he was having fun actually. The aviary version of “running through the sprinkler”.
Remember the ice storm in February? Five months later it almost seems surreal that could have happened now, especially with the hotter than normal temps and humidity lately.
Natures Fireworks
Posted on July 1st, 2011 by Richard. Categories: Nature
A photo of flowers in bloom in a planting bed that caught my eye on one of my brief excursions on foot. I’ve learned that I am usually rewarded if I stop and get out of the car. Flowers to me are part of natures fireworks. I try to encounter and enjoy things like this while they are here. Their season is so short. I guess it’s kind of the updated version of the saying ”stop to smell the roses” now turned into ”stop to to take a digital photo of the roses”. The memory and the effect last longer.
