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Breaking down the near east side 🏗️

Development projects on Indy’s near east side
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The Ford Building at 1315 E. Washington St. has been around since 1914. | Screenshot via Google Maps Street View
The future is looking bright for the near east side of Indianapolis.

We’re breaking down some of the development plans in the works for this side of downtown.

Elevator Hill

What used to be the Angie’s List campus, which vacated in 2017, is now known as Elevator Hill. This 13.5-acre property is a collection of industrial space, historic buildings, parking lots, and homes. This is an ongoing project that is expected to span over 10 years and take up to $250 million to complete.

The firm leading the redevelopment project, 1820 Ventures, has a goal of reconnecting this area with the newly reopened Market Street with planned projects ranging from retail to housing to education.

Most recent plans called for:
  • Up to 375,000 sqft of office space
  • New neighborhood retail amenities
  • Up to 500 units of multifamily housing + more than 20 units of single-family housing
  • Parking garages containing at least 1,500 spaces
  • Extensive street improvements
This project aims to be another premiere mixed-use district. Think Bottleworks.

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The former Angie’s List campus spans 13.5 acres on the city’s near east side.

Photo by 1820 Ventures + DKGR

Ford Building

Now, we’re looking at the old Ford Building at 1315 E. Washington St. This site used to be an automobile assembly plant, a battery manufacturing site, and a storage facility in Indy’s Holy Cross neighborhood.

In addition to TWG Development’s Ford Assembly redevelopment, it recently proposed a six-story mixed-use project just east of the Ford Building (where Ash & Elm Cider Co. Restaurant and the Assembly Apartments sit). Although the housing complex has characteristics of upscale housing, TWG focused the Ford Building on providing affordable housing with apartments for less than Marion County’s standard market rate.

The next piece to this project looks to be a similar concept with retail or office space on the ground level and residential above. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as we learn more.
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  • Stoutvember - Mexican Chocolate Stout | Tuesday, Nov. 1 | 4 p.m. | Garfield Brewery, 2310 Shelby St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Stoutvember is back with an inaugural tapping - the Mexican Chocolate Stout made with dark chocolate and jalapeno.
Wednesday
  • Breathwork - Free Weekly Class | Wednesday, Nov. 2 | 1-1:30 p.m. | Soul Dimension, Virtual | Free | Relax, heal, and enjoy the benefits practicing deep breathwork and meditation.
Thursday
  • ComedySportz | Thursday, Nov. 3 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Feinstein’s At Hotel Carmichael , 1 Carmichael Square, Carmel | $15-$25 | ComedySportz is team competitive improvisation; think “Whose Line is it Anyway?” with a sporting twist.
Friday
  • Harrison Center First Friday Gallery Opening | Friday, Nov. 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy the opening of Hugo & the Fish Purse by Kyle Ragsdale in the Harrison Gallery and Gallery Annex.
  • A Veterans Day Salute with the Indy Symphony | Fri., Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Sat. Nov., 12 at 8 p.m.; and Sun., Nov. 13 at 2 p.m. | Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Cir | $10+ | Enjoy a very rare performance by the members of the men’s and women’s United States Naval Academy Glee Clubs in honor of Veteran’s Day.*
Saturday
  • Reba McEntire | Saturday, Nov. 5 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |$49+ | The country music legend is coming to Indy as part of her 17-city tour with special guest Terri Clark.
  • ColorFest at Bernheim | Sat., Nov. 5-Sun., Nov. 6 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest, 2075 Clermont Rd., Clermont, KY | Free-$15 | Enjoy the crisp fall beauty of KY, great nature-related activities for kids, refreshments, music + fun for all.*
Tuesday, Nov. 15
  • SAFY Foster Care Agency Open House | Tue., Nov. 15 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | SAFY, 70 91st St #109, Indianapolis | Get informed about the foster care system and learn how you can help Hoosiers in need as a foster parent.*

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  • Midwest retail chain Meijer is planning to build a smaller-format grocery store and gas station on the west side of Noblesville near State Road 32 and Little Chicago Road. The 90,000-sqft store will offer food, baby and health products, pet supplies, and a pharmacy. It’s expected to break ground in mid-2023. đź›’ (IBJ)
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  • Beware of scammers. AES Indiana is issuing a warning to customers after seeing an increase in phone scams where callers claim to be from the company. If AES did call you, it would have specific information about your account. Don’t provide personal information + learn more about bill payment scams. 📵 (WRTV)
Arts
  • For the past six years, Jiffy Lube has partnered with the Arts Council of Indianapolis to showcase the work of local artists. Now, the mural project is being recognized by The Shorty Awards — an international program that honors purposeful and impactful work. Support the project by voting online. The deadline is Wed., Nov. 9. 🎨 (WISH)
Cause
  • October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but Indy Champions for Domestic Violence Prevention is continuing the conversation. Since starting in January, Indy Champions has reached 250+ neighbors and works closely with IMPD’s DV unit. The organization is looking to add a program for teens in the next few months. Learn more. 🤝 (WRTV)
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  • The Indy residential real estate market is taking a downward slide. In Marion County — the most active market in central Indiana — closed sales in September were down 16.1% on a year-over-year basis, according to IBJ. New listings also fell 15.1%. Read more. 📉 (IBJ)
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Countdown to the Circle of Lights 2022
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IBEW 481 volunteers string 52 garland strands with 4,784 colored lights on the monument every holiday season. | Photo by @greglipps
Bust out the holiday playlist and ugly Christmas sweaters — It’s Nov. 1, which means we’re getting into the holiday spirit.

We’re 24 days away from Indy’s iconic holiday tradition: The Circle of Lights.

The tradition of lighting the Soldiers and Sailors Monument with 4,784 colored lights for the holidays began in 1962, marking its 60th anniversary this year. The lighting ceremony takes place the day after Thanksgiving (Fri., Nov. 25) with festivities beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Santa will make a visit from the North Pole to flip the switch and turn on the lights with the AES Indiana Coloring Contest winner at 8 p.m. The coloring contest is open now until Tues., Nov. 15.

Want to be a part of the magic? Downtown Indy, Inc. is still looking for volunteers to assist with directions, hospitality, and more during the celebration. See the list of opportunities.
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Today’s issue was written by Nicole.

Editor’s pick: Similarly to the Indy 500, I feel like either you go to the Circle of Lights celebration every year or you’re a Hoosier who’s never been. Unfortunately, I have to admit I’m the latter. Maybe this year I’ll finally catch the flip of the switch. 💡

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