October 2019
Beginning Needlepoint
Needlepoint offers a wide range of possibilities for self-expression. In this class, you’ll learn the techniques and stitches necessary to finish the project provided in class. A painted canvas and supplies are provided. For the October 25th class, stitchers will complete a tiered Christmas tree with a variety of needlepoint stitches. This project will lend itself to be finished as a pillow, quilted wall hanging, or framed picture. It is designed for the beginning needlepointer and comes with additional challenges…
Find out more »Beginning Genealogy
Class meets four Wednesdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 20; 10-11:30 a.m. Tracing your roots is a way to document history and family information that you can pass along to future generations. With many resources available online, genealogy is becoming popular and easier to accomplish. Class is for those will little or no previous knowledge of genealogy. Course is taught by Mrs. Karen Good, board member and chair of Ancestor Hunters, Delaware County Historical Society. Karen is also the Indiana County Genealogist for…
Find out more »November 2019
Beginning Genealogy
Class meets four Wednesdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 20; 10-11:30 a.m. Tracing your roots is a way to document history and family information that you can pass along to future generations. With many resources available online, genealogy is becoming popular and easier to accomplish. Class is for those will little or no previous knowledge of genealogy. Course is taught by Mrs. Karen Good, board member and chair of Ancestor Hunters, Delaware County Historical Society. Karen is also the Indiana County Genealogist for…
Find out more »Beginning Genealogy
Class meets four Wednesdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 20; 10-11:30 a.m. Tracing your roots is a way to document history and family information that you can pass along to future generations. With many resources available online, genealogy is becoming popular and easier to accomplish. Class is for those will little or no previous knowledge of genealogy. Course is taught by Mrs. Karen Good, board member and chair of Ancestor Hunters, Delaware County Historical Society. Karen is also the Indiana County Genealogist for…
Find out more »The Neighborhood in the Heart of Campus
In 1945-46, Ball State University’s first mobile home court was constructed on the corner of Tillotson and Gilbert, along with three barracks-style buildings which the college converted into two-bedroom and one-bedroom apartments. These units were part of Ball State’s first accommodations for married students. In addition to providing housing for married students, these apartments also provided housing for some faculty members and their families. The duo will share information and photographs for this gone-but-not-forgotten housing. Free Admission - Reservations Required
Find out more »Beginning Genealogy
Class meets four Wednesdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 20; 10-11:30 a.m. Tracing your roots is a way to document history and family information that you can pass along to future generations. With many resources available online, genealogy is becoming popular and easier to accomplish. Class is for those will little or no previous knowledge of genealogy. Course is taught by Mrs. Karen Good, board member and chair of Ancestor Hunters, Delaware County Historical Society. Karen is also the Indiana County Genealogist for…
Find out more »December 2019
A Ball Holiday Greeting
As the holidays approach, join Minnetrista curator, Jessica Jenkins to explore some of the ways the Ball family and Ball Brothers Company celebrated the holiday season. In addition to their own family gatherings, in 1925 the Ball brothers went out of their way to pass on a little holiday cheer to their employees. Hoping to make each feel like part of the company family, a special edition of Charles Dickens’ famous work, A Christmas Carol, was designed and given to…
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