08.22.2024

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💍 I can hear the bells

Your guide to finding the perfect wedding venue

Table settings staged for a wedding at Conservatory at Evergreen

The glass conservatory allows for stunning natural light. | Photo by @erikaaileen via Conservatory at Evergreen

City Editor Shea here. I’m two months out from my wedding (cue excitement and/or panic), and after conducting my own long and painful search, can confirm: Finding a venue is hard.

Luckily for you, if you’re planning your own upcoming event, we’ve put together this guide to some of Indy’s best rentable venues to turn those fire alarms going off in your head into wedding bells instead.

Tinker House Events, 1101 E. 16th St.

Rate: $1,000-$9,900
Accommodates 200 seated, 230 standing
4,000 sqft
Key features: Tinker House’s second floor has a bar, balcony, and private room to get ready, and on its first floor is Provider, which provides a separate area for a cocktail hour where guests can mingle.

Couple poses for a wedding photo outside of Tinker House — Tinker House offers a rustic backdrop just minutes from the heart of downtown.
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Photo by @meganreneethompson via Tinker House Events

Neidhammer Weddings & Events, 2104 E. Washington St.

Rate: $500-$6,500+
Accommodates 150
Key features: Neidhammer has two rooms to choose from — the Washington Room and the Grand Hamilton Theatre. It also offers packages for intimate elopements and micro-weddings.

Indianapolis Artsgarden, 110 W. Washington St.

Rate: $1,000-$3,000
Accommodates 250 seated, 400 standing
8,000 sqft
Key features: This sleek, glass enclosed structure in the heart of downtown offers close proximity to restaurants, hotels, and entertainment, making it an ideal location for guests to discover the city.

The Indianapolis Artsgarden in the heart of downtown hosts weddings — In addition to hundreds of concerts and arts events, the Indianapolis Artsgarden also hosts weddings.
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Photo by @danielle_harris_photography

Grand Hall at Historic Union Station, 123 W. Louisiana St.

Rate: $8,000+
Accommodates up to 600 guests with two ballrooms
55,000+ sqft
Key features: Get the full package with overnight accommodations for the bride and groom, a dance floor, complimentary centerpieces, linens with choice of colors, and an on-site personal wedding coordinator.

Conservatory at Evergreen, 8140 W. 34th St.

Rate: $3,500-$8,500
Accommodates 250 seated
4,320 sqft
Key features: This family-owned and operated venue is located on 23 acres of woods along Eagle Creek and offers picturesque views year-round.

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Asked

What is your favorite part of a wedding?

A. The ceremony
B. The reception
C. Dancing
D. Cake cutting
E. The meals

Speak now or forever hold your peace

Events

Thursday, Aug. 22

Brownsburg Farmers Market | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 4-7 p.m. | Brownsburg Townhall Green | Cost of purchase | Start your engines — it’s Motorsport Mania night at the market.

Friday, Aug. 23

Birthday Party Extravanza | Friday, Aug. 23 | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | VIP Center for Business Women | Free | Register to join this celebration complete with networking, local women vendors, 20-minute clinics, and lunch.
Movies in the Park | Friday, Aug. 23 | 6-11 p.m. | Williams Park | Free | Grab your popcorn for this double feature of “Jumanji” and “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.”
The Dog Seance | Friday, Aug. 23 | 8-9 p.m. | DK Stage | $16-$22 | This coming-of-age dramedy explores grief and high school friendships.

Saturday, Aug. 24

18th Annual Run for World Water 5K | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 7:30 a.m. | NCAA Hall of Champions | $35 | Run to support Water for People, an international nonprofit committed to increasing access to safe drinking water.
Yoga and Butter on the Lawn | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Christ Church Cathedral | Free | Find your zen with an hour of yoga + sound healing followed by a preview of the BUTTER Fine Art Fair.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Traffic

Talk about a detour. DPW announced that reconstruction of the West Washington Street Bridge could be delayed for another year because the internal structure is in worse shape than expected. It now aims to wrap construction by summer 2025. (WTHR)

Closed

The downtown Gallery Bistro & Bar at 110 S. Pennsylvania St. has closed, citing constant sales swings. Gallery Pastry Shop and Gallery on 16th remain open, and the owner reports no downtown staff members lost their jobs and were instead reemployed at the other locations. (IBJ)

Eat

Eastsiders know: Garcia’s Hot Dogs is one of the best food carts in town. But the health department has told the owner that he needs a larger unit, so customers are lining up to help him buy a food truck. You can support by visiting the cart at East 16th Street + Emerson Avenue. (WTHR)

Opening

The new Burlington store at 110 W. Washington St. will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, Sept. 6. The first 100 adult customers that day + the following day will receive a $10 gift card toward their purchase. (WTHR)

Community

A new program called Bloomin’s Baby Bottoms will help Warren Township families in need get free diapers and baby wipes each month. Participants must provide identification, income, and proof of residency and can register via message. (Mirror Indy/WISH)

Feel Good

The Indianapolis Zoo announced it’s welcoming its 11th orangutan. Ember, a 43-year-old female, is moving here from the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium. She’s setting our hearts aflame. (WTHR)

Pets

Hot dog. According to a study by Forbes Advisor, Indiana’s favorite dog breed is the Australian Shepherd. We’re in good company; the Aussie ranked first in nine other states and the US overall.

Sports

Is it time to panic for Indiana basketball recruiting? Keep calm and carry Locked On with Jacob Goins.

Try This

Lights, camera, action. The Butler Arts and Events Center has launched a new free movie series showing nine classic films at the Schrott Center for the Arts. The festivities begin on Tuesday, Aug. 27 with a showing of “Pitch Perfect.” Grab the popcorn, and explore the schedule.*

Health

Did you hear that? Most hearing aids have one processor. These bad boys have two. They process speech and noise separately, so speech gets clearer and crisper. No wonder 385,000+ customers love them.*

Development

🏗️ A tower-iffic update

The latest news on the Old City Hall redevelopment project

INDYtoday: INDY_Old City Hall Redevelopment new renderings_AUG24

The tower’s new design removes three floors. | Renderings courtesy of the City of Indianapolis

Almost exactly a year after first releasing plans for the Old City Hall redevelopment project, local firm TWG Development has revealed a new vision for the tower that will soon rise at 222 N. Alabama St.

Originally, the tower was proposed as a sleek glass curtain wall. Now, it will adopt a look closer to other traditional downtown properties by utilizing concrete as well. The changes have been made to ensure “there’s a seamless transition in the architecture from Old City Hall to a new, modern building,” Department of Metropolitan Development Director Megan Vukusich said.

Initially planned for 32 stories, the skyscraper has been trimmed to 29 floors. The mix of uses has shifted slightly as well, removing several apartment units and adding several more hotel rooms.

TWG Development has submitted the new design details to the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission for approval. The project is still expected to be complete by the end of 2027.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Shea

From the editor

Bonus Hamilton County wedding venue for you: Artisan Acres Estate. The 12 acres include a breathtaking Gothic-style barn that has to be one of the most unique venues I’ve come across.

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