Heritage Preservation

alumni hall in 2013

Alumni Hall Restoration

Campus: IU Bloomington

The renovation restored and enhanced Alumni Hall’s interior to its original quality and functionality.

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Arthur Metz Bicentennial Grand Carillon

Campus: IU Bloomington

IU unveiled the new Arthur Metz Bicentennial Carillon on January 20. 2020.

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Restored Ball Gardens

Ball Nurses' Sunken Garden and Convalescent Park

Campus: IUPUI

This historic space was originally designed for patients as a “therapeutic greenspace” in 1929

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George Earl Ortman Banners

Campus: IU Bloomington

These banners are historic pieces of art designed by renowned artist George Earl Ortman.

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IU's calliope, a musical instrument that uses 32 steam-driven whistles

IU Calliope

Campus: IUPUI

IU's calliope has been restored and enhanced with digital interface technology.

Learn about the calliope's history

John W. Foster Quadrangle Recognition Refurbishment

Campus: IU Bloomington

Inside the main entrance to the Gresham Food Court is a memorial to former Secretary of State, John W. Foster.

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Maxwell hall courtyard project

Maxwell Hall Courtyard

Campus: IU Bloomington

Maxwell Hall has served many purposes since its construction in 1890.

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Centennial Pillar and Memorial Steps

Memorial Pillar and Centennial Steps

Campus: IU Bloomington

The memorial pillar and centennial steps commemorate two important moments in IU's history.

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Wall of Nobel Laureates

Nobel Laureate Walls

Campuses: IU Bloomington, IUPUI

Located in Bryan Hall (IU Bloomington) and in University Hall (IUPUI), these walls showcase the nine winners’ portraits and their stories.

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present day President's Hall

Presidents Hall Restoration

Campus: IU Bloomington

Presidents Hall was completely renovated and outfitted in 2013.

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Women's Portrait Exhibit

Campus: IU Bloomington

In 2013, Indiana University unveiled the Women’s Portrait Exhibit in the East Lounge of the IMU.

Learn about the exhibit