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A CommunityPortrait

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A Community Portrait

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WELCOME ..............................................................................................................................

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PAST INFLUENCES ................................................................................................................ Page 5

PEOPLE .................................................................................................................................. Page 9

PARTNERSHIPS: Education, Medical, Service ..................................................................... Page 15

PROGRESS: Business, Economy .......................................................................................... Page 23

PASSIONS: Arts .................................................................................................................... Page 27

PRESERVATION: Historic Sites ............................................................................................ Page 33

PLEASURES: Parks, Recreation, Festivals ............................................................................ Page 41

CONTRIBUTORS AND RESOURCES ................................................................................... Page 47

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed“Children’s Garden at Happy Hollow Park”

A Community PortraitT A B L E O F C O N T E N T S


WELCOME TO YOUR COMMUNITYThis Community Portrait is a gift from your friends at Purdue Federal Credit Union (Purdue Federal) with the help of local artists who provided illustrations of our community to celebrate your arrival in Lafayette-West Lafayette.

As with any growing and evolving community, no one publication can comprehensively capture every adventure and detail available in such a progressive and diverse environment. Yet, the essence of our community is hall- marked within this “portrait” with whispers of our past influences, examples of our humanity, and references to strong educational, medical and business alliances. Included are examples of creative endeavors, efforts to preserve our environment and historical significance, and places where pleasures are experienced.

We welcome you to join us as our community canvas is realized. It is our wish that your personal creativity will also develop to its fullest as you establish your family, work, and life in the Lafayette-West Lafayette community.

Welcome home!

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Farmers Market Sunflowers”


Past Influences

artwork by Grace Benedict“Riehle Plaza - Train Station”

Native American and French InfluencesThe first residents of Tippecanoe County came here nearly 12,000 years ago, after the glaciers that carved out the Wabash River Valley receded. Various Native American groups were the only occupants of this area until the French fur traders and missionaries arrived in the 1700s. The French Fort Ouiatenon in West Lafayette was the first white settlement in Indiana and served as an important location for fur trade between Quebec and New Orleans.

Past Influences


Past Influences

artwork by Vaughan Weston“Coming in for a Landing”

The great Native American chief, Tecumseh, along with his brother, The Prophet, attempted to preserve the Native American way of life and manage a confed-eration of tribes from their settlement at Prophetstown. In 1811, William Henry Harrison defeated an army of Native Americans led by Tecumseh at the Battle of Tippecanoe. From this time on, the area was under the control of the European settlers, and Indiana became a state just five years later in 1816.

Lafayette EmergesAn early settler and riverman, William Digby, platted the city of Lafayette in 1825, naming it after a French hero of the Revolutionary War, Marquis de Lafayette. Tippecanoe County was formed in 1826, and Lafayette was named as its county seat. The Wabash River provided a transportation route from Lafayette to New Orleans. And, when the Wabash & Erie Canal was completed in the 1840s, transportation to eastern markets was also available. The 1850s brought rail-roads to the town, and Lafayette became a center of manufacturing, merchandising and transportation.

artwork by Vaughan Weston“Wabash Maiden”


Past Influences

The town we know as West Lafayette today was platted in 1836; however, West Lafayette has been through various changes including the name. The first location of the settlement was located in a flood plain so it was moved to the top of the hill. Jesse and Jane Lutz then platted the town of Kingston in 1855; the town of Chauncey, bordering Kingston, was platted in 1860. Eventually, these towns, along with some other settlements became one known as Chauncey in 1866. In 1888, the people of Chauncey decided to rename their town West Lafayette.

artwork by Vaughan Weston“The Bread Lady”

artwork by Julia Seese “Safety”


Past Influences

Purdue’s PresencePurdue University was the first land-grant college to open in Indiana. John Purdue, a wealthy businessman, was able to secure the site for the university by donating 100 acres of land and pledging $150,000 of his own money; he also was instrumental in securing $50,000 worth of pledges from other local businessmen. Purdue University opened its doors in 1874 with six faculty members, 46 students, a 100-acre farm and five build-ings. In the 2013-14 academic year, Purdue served nearly 40,000 students at its West Lafayette campus, as well as thousands more at its five regional campuses.

artwork by Vaughan Weston“The Voyageur”

artwork by Vaughan Weston“Heading for Home”

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed“Celery Bog”


People

artwork by Kimlien Tran“Age of Innocence”

DemographicsSince the first government census in 1830, Tippecanoe County has seen tremendous growth in many areas. In that first census only 7,167 people called Tippecanoe County home, but according to the 2015 census the area is home to an estimated 185,000 people and more than 489,000 live in the 12-county surrounding area.

artwork by Michael Martin“Morning Mist on Murphy Lake”

People


People

Ethnic and International Richness The first Europeans to settle in Tippecanoe County were the French fur traders in 1717. During this time they joined the Wea Indians already living in the area to make Tippecanoe County a “bi-cultural” settlement at Fort Ouiatenon. That marked the begin-ning of the rich cultural diversity found here today.

In the last 300 years, Tippecanoe County has truly become multicultural, as it is now home to people from different countries around the globe. Purdue University hosts nearly 8,702 international students and 1,122 international faculty and staff members representing more than 125 world nations. The 2008 Census figures list 10 percent of residents countywide and nearly 17 percent of West Lafayette residents as members of races other than white.

artwork by Pat Cotton“Silver Gray Darkings”

artwork by Michael Martin“Winter Walk”


People

Many opportunities exist for international residents to assimilate into the area, socialize with other members of their ethnic groups, and most importantly, share the ethnic and international richness of their cultures with the Lafayette-West Lafayette community.

One such opportunity is the International Center. It offers numerous classes, services and activities for international students and Tippecanoe County residents. Non-native English speakers have several classes from which to choose to help them learn English speaking and writing, as well as opportunities for in-formal English conversation. The center also conducts classes in many languages for members of the community, including Chi-nese, French, German, Korean, Japanese, Russian and Spanish.

Several opportunities for social activities also exist at the center for children and adults, including: international cooking classes, Tai Chi Chuan, playgroups for parents with infants or toddlers, guitar lessons and even dance parties. Field trips to places of interest in the local area and out-of-town locations such as Chicago are also offered by the International Center. The International Food Bazaar each spring serves as a fundraiser as well as an outreach to the local community, and has been a popular event for more than 25 years.

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Shared Faiths”

artwork by Rena Brouwer“The Sandbox”


People

The center hosts international students and their families by facilitating a number of services, such as: student housing, interpreter and translator referrals, an interna-tional radio program and counseling services.

The Black Cultural Center at Purdue University has existed since 1969 and moved into a distinctive geometrically designed building on campus in 1999. Its purpose is to help black students develop a better understanding and appreciation of their heritage while bringing cultural diversity to Purdue and the community. You can catch performances by groups such as the Black Voices of Inspiration, The Haraka Writers, the Jahari Dance Troupe and the New Directional Players. The cultural center also houses space for rehearsals, library, computer lab, art gallery and offices.

artwork by Rena Brouwer“Hoosier Farmer”

artwork by Grace Benedict“Wildcat Creek”


People

artwork by James Werner“Portrait of Dave”

artwork by Nancy H. Cummins“Lightning”

Purdue also is home to the Latino Cultural Center, which serves students of Hispanic and Latin American origins. This center, which opened in 2003, hosts several weekly activities, such as movie night and Spanish conversation nights. Its purpose is also to enrich the general understanding of the Hispanic/Latino cultures and to provide opportunities for participation in unique cultural activities.

The Native American Educational and Cultural Center at Purdue, established in 2007, fosters a culturally diverse and intellectually inclusive campus environment. It regularly hosts programs and events for Native American students and the community.

The Minority Health Coalition of Tippecanoe County, Inc. seeks to improve the quality of life for racial or ethnic minorities by providing education, advocacy and quality health care services.

Several racial or ethnic groups have support groups in our community. Among these are the Chinese Lafayette-West Lafayette Alliance, the Korean Church of Purdue, and Sisterfriends: The Network, which provides opportunities for networking and fellowship for African-American women.


People

artwork by James Werner“Benjamin”

In 1993, Lafayette became a Sister City with Ota, Japan. The purpose of this program, which was initiated by President Eisenhower in 1956, is to promote cultural, social and economic ties between the two cities. Since the early 1990s over 100 Lafayette citizens have represented our city in visits to Ota, while Lafayette has hosted many Japanese visitors.

Other organizations focus on area neighborhoods. The Hanna Community Center provides facilities for pro-grams and services for individuals and groups in the area neighborhood. The Hanna Neighborhood Association, which meets at the Hanna Center on a regular basis, works to preserve harmony, health and safety in this diverse neighborhood.

On Lafayette’s south side, the Community and Family Resource Center (CFRC) serves a similar purpose for that neighborhood. Some of the programs coordinated by the CFRC are a food pantry, youth drop-in programs, emergency services, family preservation and Hispanic outreach.

McAllister Center, on Lafayette’s north end, offers youth and adult fitness programs, youth basketball leagues, day camps for children and other programming.

In West Lafayette, Morton Community Center has become a hub for arts, dance, health, craft and other classes.

As the community grows, so does the interesting and exciting cultural diversity of this area. In some ways, Tippecanoe County can be seen as a “melting pot,” because so many different cultural groups live and work together as one. In other ways, it could be considered more of a “salad bowl,” as each ethnic group retains its uniqueness and brings its distinctive character together with other groups to form a wonderfully diverse and rich blend.


Partnerships

Education, MedicalStrong partnerships are woven within the fabric of the Lafayette-West Lafayette community. They reflect well the commitment necessary to sustain needed progress and healthy development. When government and business join with the educational, medical and community agencies for the betterment of the com-mon good, positive things happen. Because of this commitment, the Lafayette-West Lafayette area is home to several nationally known educational and medical institutions.

artwork by Kimlien Tran“Heartbeat”

Partnerships


Partnerships

Ivy Tech Community College Our community is rich with educational resources. Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University offer two complementary higher education experiences designed to meet a variety of needs while helping people achieve their learning and developmental goals. Lafayette is home to one of 30 degree-granting Ivy Tech campuses providing open-admissions and programs that lead to two-year associate’s degrees and one-year technical certificates. Ivy Tech partners with four-year colleges and universities to transfer course credit, enabling students to pursue bachelor’s degrees. Nine schools offer degrees in applied science and engineering technology, business, education, fine arts and design, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, nursing, public and social services, and technology.

Ivy Tech is especially suited to support and promote businesses and workers via tailored learning experiences and skill development with the student’s needs in mind. Many Lafayette-West Lafayette residents pursue continuing education units through Ivy Tech to re-main on the cutting edge of their profession and vocation. Equal-ly beneficial is the array of classes offered for self-improvement and personal enrichment. Day and evening classes are taught by qualified and caring faculty.

Ivy Tech also boasts comprehensive libraries designed for easy access and use. The local campus is located in Lafayette with instructional centers in Crawfordsville and Monticello.

Computerized Geometric Mural - Ivy Tech:by Linda Vanderkolk and Scott Frankenberger

“Cyberspace”


Partnerships

Purdue University Purdue University was founded in 1869 and has grown into an international educational leader. Nearly 40,000 students attend Purdue’s main campus in West Lafayette and nearly 34,400 more attend its regional campuses. Purdue is a public, doctoral-granting research university, and Indiana’s land-, sea- and space-grant university. Purdue’s main campus boasts the latest technology, state-of-the art learning facilities, and experts and degrees in the fields of agriculture, science, nursing, management,engineering, education, technology, liberal arts, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, and health and human sciences. Additionally, Purdue ensures interdisciplinary opportunities via programs such as women’s studies, linguistics, gerontology, computational finance, science and engineering.

Purdue strives to improve the campus and community environment through enhancements to the main campus.

artwork by John R. Oilar“The Fountain”

artwork by John R. Oilar“The Bell Tower”


Partnerships

Purdue hosts a variety of cultural and athletic choices for people of all ages. The university is home to WBAA radio, providing National Public Radio favorites and the best in classical and jazz music. Live performances by the Purdue Glee Club, the All-American Marching Band, and other instrumental and vocal groups are sure to entertain and enrich. As a member of the Big Ten Conference and nine Division I NCAA teams, Purdue’s athletes strive for excellence, model sportsmanship, and engage in multiple learning opportunities for school-age children interested in developing their talents and skills.

Purdue values the academic investment of our youth and provides educational classes, camps and events designed for kids of all ages, abilities and interests. These offerings are vast, and many are free of charge while others ar-range for scholarship awards for those qualified based on financial need or merit. In turn, Purdue welcomes and encourages Indiana and international youth to consider Purdue for their academic pursuits. The finest faculty in the world, 14 libraries, more than 450 research and teaching labs, and the latest technologies and facilities ensure that Purdue’s 6,000 annual graduates will continue to be lead-ers in their fields.

Other educational opportunities include Harrison Col-lege, which offers 30 programs of study; Lafayette Adult Resource Academy, for general adult education; and Wabash Area Lifetime Learning Association, an Elderhos-tel affiliate providing two annual sessions of intellectually stimulating courses for those aged 50 and older.

artwork by Reed Koester“Boy on Bicycle”


Partnerships

Local SchoolsContinuing the tradition of excellent education, three public school districts and many private schools exist within the com-munity to meet the unique needs and desires of each family. Tippecanoe School Corporation, Lafayette School Corporation and West Lafayette Community School Corporation serve their respective geographical districts. Each provides superb and diverse faculty and instruction and is committed to meeting the social and educational needs of each child.

There are also several private schools to choose from in the La-fayette-West Lafayette area. More information about all schools can be found in the resource section of this book.

Additionally, the Greater Lafayette Area Special Services pro-vides adaptive instructional, occupational, and psychological support for special needs children throughout our community.

artwork by Kent Schuette“Jefferson High School”


Partnerships

Medical Centers Lafayette is a regional center for some of the finest medical care in the country. Franciscan Alliance operates St. Elizabeth East, and a second hospital is operated by Indiana University Health Arnett.

Physician care is available at numerous clinics, including Franciscan Alliance, Indiana University Health Arnett and Unity Healthcare. River Bend Hospital and the newly opened Sycamore Springs provides psychological services. Physicians specialize in multiple areas including: obstetrics/gynecology, ophthalmology, occupational, orthopedics, urology, oncology, cardiology, radiology, holistic medicine, endocrinology and others.

artwork by Nancy H. Cummins“Concentration”


Partnerships

artwork by Michael Martin“Sunflower Girl”

Community Agencies Lafayette-West Lafayette’s not-for-profit agencies are at the cen-ter of our community’s mission, and serve as models for other cities. These community-based organizations ensure that every possible avenue is made available for those residents of great-est need and of highest risk. Additionally, these partners create pathways for volunteerism, service and support that are unmatched. The United Way of Greater Lafayette is one of the most progressive in the United States and routinely meets its financial and organizational goals in order to maintain and exceed the needs of the community. Other similar agencies are equally committed to their respective missions. For a com-plete list and description of community organizations please visit the online version of the Journal and Courier at www.jconline.com. Volunteering is a welcomed way to immediately en-gage in the community and create lasting friendships. We encourage you to visit the Greater Lafayette Volunteer Bureau for more information.

These and other successful partnerships are the heart and soul of our community and their achievements are reflective of the humanity of our two great cities. These relationships en-sure that needed interventions and innovations are created. Because of their existence and effectiveness the fundamental threads of this great community are reinforced. Thus, every citizen has the opportunity for a healthy, secure and informed life in which they may live to their fullest without fear or intimidation.


Resources

Progressartwork by James Werner

“Candy Corner”

LeadershipThe culmination of our shared past influences, the diligent commitment of our people, and dedicated community-based partnerships offer the foundation for the economic progress and ongoing development that is experienced within the Lafayette-West Lafayette community. An engaged and well-networked effort among county, township and city governments, coupled with active business associa-tions, have been important in securing economic develop-ment in our community.


Resources

Key Business Associations For those interested in local business organizations, we recommend you get acquainted with:

• Association of Women Business Owners, www.awbo.org

• Greater Lafayette Commerce, www.greaterlafayettecommerce.com, and its four councils: Capital Resources Chamber of Commerce Downtown Development Economic Development Workforce Development Council

• Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center, www.hhsbdc.org

• Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors, lraor.getlamps.net

• Builders Association of Greater Lafayette, www.bagl.info

artwork by John David Collier“Tippecanoe County Courthouse”


Resources

artwork by J. D. Cummings“Downtown from the West Side”

Strong Economy Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Wabash National Corp., Caterpillar, Evonik Degussa Corp., Oerlikon Fairfield Manufacturing, Alcoa and GE Aviation are among Lafayette-West Lafayette’s 100 manufacturing employers. Another 100 knowledge-based businesses, most of them startups, also operate locally, with high-tech and life-science specialties. Many are based at the 725-acre Purdue Research Park, where about 160 businesses operate.

Purdue Univeristy is the area’s largest employer with nearly 19,000 faculty and staff. The school corporations and medical providers are also major employers.


Resources

artwork by Stephanie Comé-Ryker“The Small Things That Matter - 6th Street”

Downtown One of the area’s gems is its downtown. The historic attractions, shops, eateries and getaways available in downtown Lafayette and West Lafayette are enjoyed by residents and visitors. The Lafayette and West Lafayette downtown area is linked by the Myers Pedestrian Bridge and divided into three cultural districts: Chauncey Village, Riverfront, and Arts and Market. For more information on downtown, visit the Lafayette-West Lafayette Convention and Visitors Bureau, www.homeofpurdue.com.

Experiencing the community in its entirety requires reli-able transportation. CityBus of Lafayette-West Lafayette meets this need. This convenient mode of transportation is affordable, accessible and fare-free to Purdue and Ivy Tech students and staff. Becoming acquainted with the Campus Loops, learning to ride the bus, and taking the Wabash Trolley are easy with scheduling information and a local map available online at www.gocitybus.com. For information about transportation services for people with disabilities call (765) 742-2121.

MediaLocal television, radio and newspapers play a vital role in providing valuable information. WLFI Television—Channel 18 is a CBS affiliate and supplies local, national and international news. Several diverse radio stations broadcast easy listening, country, top 40, alternative and NPR favorites. The Journal and Courier and Purdue Exponent are among the area’s print publications. Oth-ers are Just Kidding!, a children’s event newsletter; and Lafayette Magazine.


Passions

Passionsartwork by Sara Vanderkleed

“Happy Hollow Cone Flowers”

Those who have a passion for the arts will find that the Tippeca-noe County area provides a rich outlet for an artist’s creativity and entertainment for those who enjoy the arts. The Tippecanoe Arts Federation (TAF) is a not-for-profit organization with over 100 member organizations, which coordinates and promotes many community artistic events. TAF is located in the Wells Community Cultural Center on North Street.


Passions

Three public art galleries are housed in the TAF build-ing. TAF works with member organizations to obtain funding for the arts through various grants. The Taste of Tippecanoe, TAF’s major fundraiser, is held in downtown Lafayette each summer.

Another unique location is Artists’ Own. Billed as the unique art shop, Artists’ Own offers for sale virtually every type of original art one can imagine, from fine art paintings to elegant and whimsical jewelry. Both contemporary and traditional art can be found at this cooperative representing more than 20 local artists. Customers are provided with unique shopping because local artists are on hand to help them make the perfect selection.

Other downtown sales galleries are Susie Gibbs Framing & Art Gallery, KL Art Gallery, LaLa Gallery & Studio, and Willow Stained Glass and Modern Art Gallery.

Visual ArtsPurdue University also serves as host to art exhibits in the Purdue Memorial Union’s Robert L. Ringel Gallery, the Stewart Center Gallery, and Pao Hall of Visual and Performing Arts. Civic Theatre, in downtown Lafayette, is home of the Grant Fredericks Gallery, which can be found in the theatre lobby.

The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette is home to a perma-nent collection of American and Indiana art in various genres. The museum also hosts a number of temporary exhibits on a year-round schedule. A number of classes are offered each year for children and adults. Artwork available for rent is displayed in the rental gallery, and there is also a museum gift shop.

artwork by Grace Benedict“Gathering Stone Flowers”


Passions

Another spot to view great art is downtown, where recently installed limestone, bronze and stainless steel sculptures join the popular Farm Family, created from farm machinery parts. The Ouabache kinetic sculpture by Richard McNeely, on the west side of Harrison Bridge, represents the county, two cities and the Wabash River. Other outdoor sculptures include Sea Gulls at Wabash Landing, Fishtail Dance at the Wabash Heritage trail-head, and, at Purdue University, Continuum and When Dreams Dance.

Among indoor exhibits are 150 pieces by some 75 local artists at Ivy Tech Community College; 40 works at the Tippecanoe County Courthouse, the ‘Round the Fountain Permanent Art Collection; and Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital, where more than 900 photographs of trees by area artists add a serene note.

Performing ArtsOpportunities to enjoy the performing arts as a member of the audience or on the stage abound in the Lafayette-West Lafayette area.

The Lafayette Symphony Orchestra offers a season of six varied presentations each year, in addition to presenting the annual Lollipop Concert for children. These concerts showcase local talent as well as guest performers. The musical offerings range from Mozart to music of the modern era. If you are interested in becoming a member, auditions are announced as openings arise in the orchestra.

Many of the members of the symphony orchestra also belong to the Lafayette Citizens Band (LCB). This ensem-ble performs free concerts during the summer months at Riehle Plaza in downtown Lafayette. Concertgoers bring their deck chairs or blankets to stake out their seats for the concert each week. During the holidays the band also performs special holiday concerts at Memorial Island in Columbian Park. This group accepts new members as positions open, usually by recommendation rather than audition.

artwork by Nancy H. Cummins “Descending Portrait”


Passions

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed“Happy Hollow Series”

Amateur singers who wish to improve their musical skills and perform great choral works under the direction of professional musicians may find their home in the Bach Chorale Singers. This organization includes groups for youth and adults.

The Lafayette Ballet Company provides training and performance opportunities for pre-professionals as well as educational outreach programming. A performance of “The Nutcracker” at the Long Center has become an annual holiday tradition for area dancers and patrons.

From local improvisation groups to Broadway touring companies, theater is alive and well in the Lafayette-West Lafayette area. Purdue Convocations offers a variety of programs, including Broadway musicals, operas and ballets in its regular season lineup. Most of these programs are held at the Elliott Hall of Music.

artwork by Rena Brouwer“Woodland Path”


Passions

The Purdue Theatre, located in Yue-Kong Pao Hall of Visual and Performing Arts, serves as a training vehicle for students interested in all aspects of the theatre. The theatre offers a variety of plays each season in different genres, some well known and others more obscure.

The Chancel Players of Lafayette provides plays that are meant to be thought provoking, and to promote insight and understanding. The Judeo-Christian emphasis of this group seeks to bring awareness of moral and ethical issues.

Housed at the historic Monon Depot Theatre, Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette offers entertainment to the citizens of the surrounding area and educational oppor-tunities for actors of all ages. Open auditions for each of the six annual main stage productions, as well as the sum-mer productions held at the Tippecanoe County Outdoor Amphitheater, are held for people interested.

Civic Youth Theatre, open to youth 18 years old and under, performs several plays each year, as well as hosts camps and classes in theatre arts.

One Size Fits All Improv Troupe offers its comedy at two venues: Civic Theatre and Lafayette Brewing Co.

For those with literary interests, the Tippecanoe County Public Library operates three branches and a mobile library, and West Lafayette Public Library has one location. The libraries offer a variety of programming for children and adults. Purdue University also hosts visiting authors for lectures and readings.

artwork by Maria Khlebnikova“Ballerina”


Preservation

Preservation

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Tippecanoe Battlefield Monument”

Historic SitesLafayette, West Lafayette and Tippecanoe County are rich in historical sites. Individual homes that now serve other purposes, early buildings on the Purdue campus, public buildings from yesteryear and early settlers’ dwellings are preserved or recreated for posterity. History buffs and those seeking to understand the area’s past will find many interesting historic sites to tour.


Preservation

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Tippecanoe Historical Museum”

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed “The Celery Bog”

The earliest known Europeans to settle in the area were French fur traders who established Fort Ouiatenon in 1717. A replica of the Block House was built in 1930 on the grounds located south of West Lafayette on South River Road. This site offers picnic facilities and hosts the annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon. Programs and tours may be arranged through the Tippecanoe County Historical Association.

The Lahr House at 5th and Main Streets, now a mixed-use redevelopment, has provided lodging since 1831. The restoration of this house led to a revitalization of downtown. While John Purdue lived at the Lahr House he held many of his planning meetings for Purdue University. Ulysses S. Grant and Mark Twain have also both been connected to the Lahr House.

Around 1851, Moses Fowler, a prominent Lafayette merchant and cattleman, built the magnificent Fowler House in Gothic Revival style, to reflect his social status in the community. This home stayed in the Fowler family and endured some remodeling, until 1940, when the grandson of Moses Fowler, Cecil Fowler, sold it to the Tippecanoe County Historical Association. The house was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. From 1941 until the present time, the Fowler House, at 909 S. 9th Street has served as the home of the Tippecanoe County Historical Museum.

The oldest building still standing at Purdue University is University Hall. Built in 1877, it was designed by James Wilson in the Second Empire and Italianate styles. The interior of the building was renovated in 1960, but the exterior remains true to the original building. Today classes are still held in University Hall.


Preservation

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed“Celery Bog Trees Reflect”

The Knight-Loeb House was built on Cincinnati Street in 1882 by Emerson P. Knight of New York City. He moved to Lafayette to establish a grain business. Built in the Italianate style, the house had 14½-inch thick exterior walls and 9½-inch thick interior walls. The home also had amenities unusual for the time it was built, such as central heating, an indoor toilet and an alarm system.

In 1895, Mr. Knight sold the house to Solomon and Carrie Loeb, who lived there for 50 years. The Loebs are remembered for Loeb’s Department Store and also for their generous philanthropic gifts. Although the house was remodeled and converted into apartments in the 1950s, it was later restored to its original style and floor plan in 1995. It now houses The Loeb House Bed and Breakfast.

The Tippecanoe County Courthouse currently in use was built in 1882, at a cost of $500,000, which was twice the original estimate. In 1991, major renovation of the courthouse was completed, at a cost of more than $15 million. The courthouse is filled with many historical elements, both inside and out, and it is well worth the time to visit the courthouse for a self-guided tour. Baroque, Gothic, Georgian, Victorian, Beaux Arts, Neo-Classical and Second Empire styles, influenced the architecture of the building.

artwork by Grace Benedict“Facade - Main Street”


Preservation

artwork by M. Bodnar-Bartman“Under Mother’s Watchful Eye”

artwork by Grace Benedict“Wildcat Creek”

The Big Four Depot at Riehle Plaza is a renovated railroad terminal that once served the Lake Erie & Western Railroad, Cleveland Railroad, Cincinnati Railroad and Chicago & St. Louis Railroad. The depot was built in 1902 and nicknamed “The Big Four” because of the four railroads. The depot building was moved two blocks to its present location in Riehle Plaza in 1994, as a part of the railroad relocation project. The relocation project was a major accomplishment of James F. Riehle, who served as Lafayette’s mayor for 24 years. Many of the original items restored in the depot include the telegrapher’s office, terrazzo floor, visitor benches and leaded glass windows. The Depot serves as the centerpiece for Riehle Plaza, which is the site of many downtown Lafayette events and connects the two cities via the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge.

The Long Center for the Performing Arts, built in 1920 as the Mars Theater, is historically significant not only architecturally, but also for its associations with famous actors and actresses. The theater was built by a local firm in the Neo-Classical style, and hosted such theater greats as Bob Hope, Al Jolson, Ruby Keeler, the Marx Brothers, Ethel Merman and Will Rogers. In 1977, the theater was given to the City of Lafayette by Irving Long. Today it serves the community by providing rehearsal and performance space for various local arts groups such as The Lafayette Sym-phony Orchestra, The Lafayette Ballet Company and Civic Theatre.


Preservation

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Turkey Run State Park”

artwork by John R. Oilar“Tippecanoe County Historical Museum”

Historic InitiativesThe Wabash Valley Trust for Historical Preservation, which is affiliated with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, awards marble plaques to owners of buildings that are outstanding examples of historical preservation and restoration in the Wabash Valley area. Many of these structures are also recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The Tippecanoe County Historical Association began making awards to groups and individuals for historic preservation of architecture in Tippecanoe County in 1972.


Preservation

artwork by Jim Mailloux“Prophetstown Prairie”

artwork by Kent Schuette“View from the John Myers Bridge”

Several historic neighborhoods in Lafayette and West Lafayette have established neighborhood organizations to promote the preservation of homes, churches and other buildings in their areas. Some organizations publish bro-chures, which include walking tours of the neighborhoods, while others have established websites. Some of the neigh-borhoods sponsor annual events, such as the Ninth Street Hill Association’s Festooned Fourth and Holiday Luminaria Display. Many of the neighborhoods have several homes or other buildings that have received various preservation awards and are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. A few of these neighborhoods and districts include our Downtown Historic District, Upper Main Street Historic District and the historic neighborhoods of:

• Centennial

• Highland Park

• Jefferson

• Hanna

• St. Mary

• Ellsworth-Romig

• Hills and Dales

• Chauncey


Preservation

artwork by Kent Schuette“John Phillip Sousa Foundation”

Historical MuseumsFor more historical information, visit the Tippecanoe County Historical Association, which operates three historical sites in Tippecanoe County and provides educational programs.

The site of the 1811 Battle of Tippecanoe between the forces of William Henry Harrison and Shawnee brothers Tecumseh and the Prophet is preserved in Battle Ground and includes the Tippecanoe Battlefield Museum.

The Fort Ouiatenon Blockhouse at the Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park was the home for French fur traders in the 1700s and now is the site of the annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon each fall.

The Alameda McCullough Library in the Wetherill Resource Center houses a comprehensive collection of historical and genealogical resources. Information is available to residents for research purposes.

Historic Prophetstown, an independent group, operates in Prophetstown State Park. It has a recreated Native American village, restored prairie and a living history farm circa 1920s. The farmhouse is an ideal space for parties, receptions or meetings. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is in partnership with the museum to provide a unique opportunity for the public to experience this heritage. Some of the events held at the museum include planting, threshing, harvesting, storytelling, horse- drawn hayrides and sleigh rides, and musical programs.


Preservation

artwork by Nancy H. Cummins“The Injured Owl”

Environmental Understanding, preserving and restoring wildlife, fish, wetlands, watersheds, waterways and other natural habitats is a human responsibility and something Lafayette-West Lafayette cares about. The community acknowledges and accepts this duty and seeks to inform others of its importance. Several agencies are de-voted to this mission and have projects and programs to ensure environmental goals and support our community plans.

These organizations include:

• Indiana Department of Environmental Management

• Indiana Department of Natural Resources

• Hoosier Environmental Council

• Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission

• Wabash River Enhancement Corp.

• Indiana State Forests

• Indiana State Parks

• Celery Bog Nature Area

• Clegg Botanical Gardens

• Horticulture Park

• Tree Lafayette

• Lilly Nature Center

• West Lafayette Tree Fund

• Preserve Indiana

• NICHES Land Trust

• The Wildcat Creek Foundation

• Wolf Park

• Recycling Centers


Pleasures

Pleasuresartwork by Jim Mailloux

“Farmers Market”

Parks and PlaygroundsTippecanoe County offers ample green space, with more than 30 parks where residents can relax and play. From amusement park rides to quiet rippling brooks, every type of leisure activity is accommodated in this array of venues.

Columbian Park and Zoo continues to serve the Lafayette-West Lafayette area by providing a variety of attractions that have been enjoyed by “kids of all ages” for more than a century.

The Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) Playground, dedicat-ed in 1999, provides equipment especially tailored to chil-dren of all ages and developmental stages. The playground is open year round and there is no admission fee. During the summer months, visitors to the park can enjoy amuse-ment park rides and water activities at Tropicanoe Cove.


Pleasures

The Tropicanoe Cove water park includes play areas for non-swimmers. Parents can relax on inner tubes as they float along the Cattail Crik. Older children and young adults will find plenty of thrills available on some of the exciting slides and other water attractions.

Columbian Park also contains the 3,500-seat Loeb Stadium, which hosts IHSAA Tournaments, American Legion baseball and the Colt World Series. Loeb Stadium is now home to the Lafayette Aviators who will play their first games in 2016. The Lafayette Aviators are the 13th team to join the Prospect League; a summer league for collegiate players hoping to get better and play profes-sionally.

Columbian Park Zoo, fully renovated in 2007 with new exhibits continually being added, features nearly 200 animals in natural habitats representing 79 different spe-cies. Exhibits include a family petting farm; bald eagle area; butterfly house, bog and sculpture garden; and prairie dog area. The zoo offers educational programs year round. The park also houses rentable picnic facili-ties; the historic Rush Pavilion; and Memorial Island and its outdoor theatre, dedicated to service veterans.

artwork by Kimlien Tran“Summer on the Wabaxh”

artwork by Michael Martin“Sweet Chariot”


Pleasures

In West Lafayette, Happy Hollow Park provides hiking trails, picnic shelters and two different playgrounds for different age groups. This heavily wooded park provides large green spaces for impromptu games of Frisbee or just relaxing with family or friends, as well as volleyball courts and a softball field.

Tapawingo Park, along the Wabash River in West Lafayette, offers over a mile of paved walking trail (part of the Wabash Heritage Trail), a playground, picnic tables and a lighted volleyball court.

The Celery Bog Nature Area, near Lindbergh Road in West Lafayette, offers a four-mile paved Cattail Trail in addition to a one-mile footpath with interpretive signs. The Lilly Nature Center is available to the public for field trips or meetings and offers environmental education programs on a regular basis.

Ross Hills Park, located off Division Road southwest of West Lafayette and one of many parks operated by Tippecanoe County government, offers hiking, picnic facilities, playing fields and a disc golf course. The Ross House is available for meetings and receptions.

There are 24 Indiana state parks that offer recreational pursuits from camping to canoeing, and from hiking to horseback riding. Additionally there are numerous natural and man-made lakes that are available for fishing, water-skiing, swimming and relaxing. Fourteen state forests round out Indiana’s menu of great recreational properties. More information can be obtained from the Department of Natural Resources’ website at www.in.gov/dnr.

RecreationLafayette-West Lafayette offers many recreational opportunities for children and adults.

Public outdoor swimming is available during the summer months at three public pools in Lafayette, Tropicanoe Cove, Vinton Pool and Castaway Bay, and in West Lafayette at the Municipal Pool. Serious swimmers may swim indoors all year long at the YMCA.

artwork by Sara Vanderkleed“Happy Hollow Series #2”


Pleasures

Ice skating is offered in West Lafayette at the Riverside Skating Center during cold weather. If residents are still not used to the cold Midwest weather, Skate America Roller Skating & Fun Center in Lafayette offers public roller skating.

Open bowling, instruction and league play are offered at several area bowling alleys. Purdue’s Bowling Lanes are also open to the public at certain times of the year. Other bowling options include Market Square Lanes, Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl and Landmark Lanes.

Golfers have several world-class golf courses from which to choose in the Tippecanoe County area. Some previously private courses are now open to the public. From beginner to master golfer, consider these superb greens for your next outing:

• Coyote Crossing Golf Course

• Edwood Glen Country Club

• West Lafayette Golf & Country Club

• Lafayette Country Club

• Battle Ground Golf Club

• Purdue’s Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex - Kampen and Ackerman Hills courses

• Ravines Golf Course

The Department of Natural Resources lists four official fishing spots in Tippecanoe County. Information about licensing and fishing rules is available at www.in.gov/dnr.

Walking and bicycle paths are growing in popularity and availability in the Lafayette-West Lafayette area. The Wabash Heritage Trail boasts a 13-mile paved path along

artwork by Kimlien Tran“Whispers of Laughter”

artwork by Michael Martin“Beyond”


Pleasures

the Wabash River. West Lafayette has 18.5 miles of linked trails. Most of the parks mentioned earlier also contain walking and biking paths. Several city streets have well-marked bicycle lanes.

GardensSpring wildflowers dot walking trails in Clegg Botanical Gardens, along Wildcat Creek. Nature lovers may take self-guided tours through the garden every day from dawn to dusk.

At Purdue University, Horticulture Park offers 35 acres of landscaped and wooded land. The park is a perfect place for nature study (trees are labeled) and relaxation year ‘round. The park is open to the public during daylight hours. Horticulture Park is north of State Road 26 West on the west side of McCormick Road.

artwork by James Werner“Gang of Clubs”

artwork by Linda Vanderkolkwelding by Roy Patrick

photo by David Umberger“Family Farm Objects”


Pleasures

Festivals and ParadesArea residents love to enjoy the great outdoors and the company of others at a variety of local festivals and parades.

Each April, Purdue hosts Spring Fest, a hands-on family event.

Downtown is often buzzing with activity. Starting with the ‘Round the Fountain Art Fair in late May, downtown also hosts the Taste of Tippecanoe in June. Summer is time for the Stars & Stripes Concert and Fireworks Display, Dancing in the Streets, Riverfest and Uptown Jazz and Blues Festival. In West Lafayette, Art in Bloom showcases residential gardens and artists at work. The Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering is held at the Battlefield at Battle Ground in June.

Another favorite is Art on the Wabash: A Local Artists’ Fair along the Wabash River, and West Lafayette also celebrates Global Fest over the Labor Day weekend. And teams of basketball players join up to play in the 3-on-3 Gus Macker Basketball Tournament each September.

December brings the Christmas Parade and a Dickens of a Christmas. Year round, children enjoy adventures at Imagination Station, a science and space museum.

artwork by Kimlien Tran“End of Season”

artwork by Michael Martin“The Adventurer”


Contributions

artwork by Chris Kuehta“Muttly”

ContributorsContributing ArtistsM. Bodnar-Bartman(219) [email protected]

Grace BenedictRepresented by Artists’ Own 402 Tinkler StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) [email protected]

Rena BrouwerRepresented by Opera House Gallery of Contemporary Art, Delphi; Inspired Fire, Lafayette; Lala Gallery, Lafayette7240 West 550 SouthDelphi, IN 46923(765) [email protected]

John David Collier119 Valley Street #205Lafayette, IN [email protected]


Contributions

Stephanie Comé-RykerRepresented by Phyllis Stein Gallery, Los Angeles701 Dan Patch DriveOxford, IN 47971(765) [email protected]

Pat CottonIndianapolis, IN(317) 844-1268

Nancy Cummins2721 Amhersh StreetIndianapolis, IN 46268(317) 872-5822

J.D. Cummings258 Chapelhill DriveLafayette, IN 47905(765) [email protected]

Maria Khlebnikova1825 Sandpiper DriveWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-3464

Reed Koester

Chris KuchtaMorton Community Center222 N. ChaunceyWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 586-2465

Michael Martin1207 Digby DriveLafayette, IN 47905(765) 423-1787

Jim Mailloux2000 Durkees Run CourtLafayette, IN 47905(765) 477-7741

John R. Oilar608 E. Wabash AvenueCrawfordsville, IN 47933(765) 362-3436

Roy PatrickRetired

David Raymer(765) [email protected]

Kent Schuette604 Wyandote Ave.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 742-5747

Julie [email protected]

Kimlien TranK.L. Art Gallery211 N. Fourth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-8888www.klartgallery.com

David UmbergerRetired

Sara VanderkleedRepresented by Artists’ OwnFlying Pig Studio4010 State Road 25 WestLafayette, IN 47909(765)[email protected] www.saravanderkleed.com

Linda Vanderkolk333 ElvernanWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) [email protected]

James Werner615 S. 10th StreetLafayette, IN 47901www.jcwerner.comwww.lafayetteatelier.org(765) 532-1604

Vaughan Weston2825 Encore LaneWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-5779

Contributing OrganizationsArtists’ Own518 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) [email protected]

Lafayette Printing511 Ferry StreetLafayette, IN 47902(765) 423-2578www.lafayetteprinting.com

Pathways to Performance Inc.Joy Garton Krueger, Ph.D., President and CEO100 Chippewa StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) [email protected]

Tippecanoe Arts FederationWells Community Cultural Center638 North StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) [email protected]


Resources

artwork by Michael Martin“A Horse Named Dawg”

ResourcesAnnual EventsArt in Bloom(765) 775-5100www.westlafayette.in.gov

Art on the Wabash: A Local Artists’ Fair(765) 775-5100www.westlafayette.in.gov; artonthewabash.com

Dancing in the Streets(765) 742-4044www.greaterlafayettecommerce.com;www.dancinginthestreets.net

Dickens of a Christmas(765) 742-4044www.greaterlafayettecommerce.com;www.dickensofachristmas.com

Downtown Gallery Walks(765) 423-ARTSwww.tippecanoearts.org

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon(765) 476-9411www.tcha.mus.in.us

Germanfest(765) 404-4717www.lafayettegermanfest.org

Global Fest(765) 775-5100www.westlafayette.in.gov

Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering(765) 742-1419www.indianafiddlersgathering.org

Lafayette-West Lafayette Christmas Parade(765) 742-4044www.greaterlafayettecommerce.com

Layflats Arts and Music Festivalwww.layflatsfestival.com

Mosey Down Main Streetwww.homeofpurdue.com

Outfest(765) 423-7579www.pridelafayette.org

Purdue Christmas Showwww.pmojo.com

Spring Festwww.purdue.edu/springfest

Religious Arts Festival(765) 423-ARTSwww.tippecanoearts.org

Riverfestwww.homeofpurdue.com

’Round the Fountain Art Fair(765) 491-6298www.roundthefountain.org

Stars & Stripes Concertwww.homeofpurdue.com; [email protected]

Taste of Tippecanoe(765) 423-ARTSwww.tippecanoearts.org

Tippecanoe County 4-H Fairwww.tippecanoe.in.gov;www.homeofpurdue.com

Tippecanoe Latino Festival www.tippecanoelatinofestival.org

Uptown Jazz and Blues Festivalwww.greaterlafayettecommerce.com;www.ujbf.org


Resources

Arts and CultureArt Galleries, Exhibitions

Art Museum of Greater Lafayette102 S. 10th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 742-1128www.glmart.org

Grant Fredericks GalleryCivic Theatre313 N. Fifth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-7529www.lafcivic.org

Ivy Tech Community CollegeExtensive permanent collection by local artists 3101 S. Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905(765) 269-5000

Public Sculpture www.homeofpurdue.com

Purdue Universitywww.purdue.edu/galleries Robert L. Ringel Gallery Pao Hall Gallery Stewart Center Gallery

Tippecanoe Arts FederationWells Community Cultural Center638 North StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-ARTSwww.tippecanoearts.org

Tippecanoe County Courthouse ’Round the Fountain Permanent Art Collection301 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901

Art Galleries, Sales

Artists’ Own518 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765)429-4778 www.artists-own.com

Inspired Fire Glass Studio & Gallery2124 S.R. 25 SouthLafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-1981www.inspiredfire.com

LaLa Gallery & Studio609 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 414-7962www.lalagallery.com

Susie Gibbs Framing & Art Gallery514 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 428-2434

Willow Stained Glass Studio & Modern Art Gallery109 N. Fifth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 714-1507www.willowstainedglass.com

Arts Organizations

Tippecanoe Arts FederationIncludes information on and links to more than 100 arts organization membersWells Community Cultural Center638 North StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-2787www.tippecanoearts.org

Cultural Centers

Black Cultural Center1100 Third StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 494-3092www.purdue.edu/bcc

International Center523 Russell StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-4353www.intlctr.org

Latino Cultural Center600 N. Russell StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) [email protected]

Native American Education & Cultural Center503 Harrison StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 494-4540www.purdue.edu/naecc

Performing Arts Groups

Bach Chorale Singerswww.bachchorale.org

Chancel Players (765) 409-3163 www.tippecanoearts.org

Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette and Civic Youth Theatre313 N. Fifth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-7529www.lafcivic.org

Lafayette Ballet Companywww.lafayetteballet.org

Lafayette Chamber Singerswww.tippecanoearts.org

Lafayette Citizens Bandwww.lafayettecitizensband.org

Lafayette Flute Choirwww.tippecanoearts.org

Lafayette Symphony OrchestraLong Center for the Performing Arts111 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-6463www.lafayettesymphony.org

One Size Fits All Improv Troupewww.onesizefitsallimprov.com

Opera de Lafayettewww.tippecanoearts.org


Resources

Purdue University

All American Marching Band www.purdue.edu/pmo

Purdue Convocations www.purdue.edu/convocations

Purdue Glee Club www.purdue.edu/pmo

Purdue Theatre www.purdue.edu/theatre

Tippecanoe Chamber Music Societywww.tippecanoechambermusic.org

Wabash Valley Youth Symphonywww.wvys.org

For more performing arts groups and events contact:Tippecanoe Arts Federation(765) 423-ARTSwww.tippecanoearts.org

Performance Venues

Lafayette Theater and Event Center600 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 490-5883www.lafayettetheater.com

Long Center for the Performing Arts111 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-5664www.longcentertheater.com

Purdue University

Elliott Hall of Music www.purdue.edu/hlmc

Loeb Playhouse www.purdue.edu/hlmc

Tippecanoe County Amphitheatre4449 S.R. 43 NorthWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-2211www.tippecanoe.in.gov/parks

Business Organizations Association of Women Business Ownerswww.awbo.org

Builders Association of Lafayette-West Lafayette1515 Union StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 423-4347www.bagl.info

Greater Lafayette CommerceCouncils: Capital Resource Chamber of Commerce Downtown Development Economic Development Workforce Development337 Columbia StreetLafayette, IN 47902(765) 742-4044info@greaterlafayettecommerce.comwww.greaterlafayettecommerce.com

Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center(765) 496-6491(866) 961-7232www.hhsbdc.org

Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors1414 Union StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 429-5411www.lraor.getlamps.net

Purdue Research ParkKurz Purdue Technology Center1281 Win Hentschel Blvd.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 588-3470www.purdueresearchpark.com


Resources

ChurchesAfrican Methodist Episcopal

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church820 Ferry StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-1300

Apostolic

Apostolic Faith Assembly100 Murphy StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 474-5042

Christ Memorial Temple3801 Union StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-9190

Whole Truth Apostolic Faith Assembly901 S. 19th Street Lafayette, IN 47904(765) 742-7799

Assembly of God

Bethel Christian Life Center2541 US Hwy 52 W.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-0956

Eastside Assembly of God6121 E. 50 S.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-5687

First Assembly of God108 Beck Lane Lafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-1432

Baptist

Baptist Student Foundation200 Russell StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-2371

Cornerstone Baptist2400 Edgelea DriveLafayette, IN 47904(765) 471-1555

Faith Baptist Church5526 SR 26 E.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 448-1986

Federated Church of West Lafayette2400 Sycamore LaneWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-5564

First Baptist Church411 N. Seventh StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-5223

Good Shepherd Baptist Church1024 Elizabeth StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 742-5440

Kossuth Street Baptist Church2901 Kossuth StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 448-1620

Lighthouse Baptist Church1730 E. 430 S.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 471-0300

Second Baptist Church2925 S. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47909(765) 477-7259

Baptist—Southern

Calvary Baptist Church of West Lafayette310 Kalberer RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-2622

East Tipp Baptist Church5300 E. 300 N.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 589-3587

Elston Family Baptist Church2424 US Hwy 231 S.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-2950

Wea Ridge Baptist Church1051 E. 430 S.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-9603

Catholic

Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception 1207 Columbia StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-4440

Church of the Blessed Sacrament2224 Sacramento DriveWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-5733

St. Ann Church 612 Wabash Ave Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 742-7031

St. Boniface Church318 N. Ninth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-5063

St. Lawrence Church1916 Meharry StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 742-2107

St. Thomas Aquinas Church 535 W. State StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-4652


Resources

Christian

Chapel of The Good Shepherd610 Meridian StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 743-1347

Crossroads Christian6435 SR 43 N.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 567-8910

First Christian Church329 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-4058

Linnwood Church of Christ1508 N. 16th StreetLafayette, IN(765) 742-4318

Marantha Christian Fellowship408 North StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 420-7160

Purdue Campus Christian House1000 W. State StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-3612

West Lafayette Christian Church1980 Lindberg RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-7995

White Horse Christian Center1780 Cumberland AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 477-1111

Christian and Missionary Alliance

Maple Ridge Community Church3504 Morehouse RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-4509

Christian Reformed

Sunrise Christian Reformed Church909 E. 500 S.Lafayette, IN 47909(765) 471-9548

Church of Christ

Brady Lane Church of Christ2701 Brady LaneLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-1633

Christian Student Center115 Waldron StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-0954

Church of Christ405 N. Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-1480

Elmwood Church of Christ2501 Elmwood AvenueLafayette, IN 47904(765) 447-2874

Christian Science

Christian Science610 Meridian StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-0175

Church of the Brethren1107 S. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-5021

Church of God

First Church of God426 S. 16th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 742-2683

United Church of God3509 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(317) 216-0802

Universal Deliverance Church1012 Ball StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 423-4798

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints14 Waldron StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-4632

Lafayette/Purdue Ward3224 Jasper RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-6613

Eastern Orthodox

St. Alexis Orthodox Church1418 S. 24th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 446-9139

Episcopal

Chapel of the Good Shepherd610 Meridian StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-1347

St. John’s Episcopal Church600 Ferry StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-4079

Evangelical Covenant

Evangelical Covenant Church3600 S. Ninth StreetLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-4842

Riverside Evangelical Covenant1850 Woodland AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-4600


Resources

Hispanic

First Hispanic Baptist Church504 N. 28th StreetLafayette, IN 47905

Interdenominational

Harvest Chapel1019 Wabash AvenueLafayette, IN 47905(765) 429-8453

Word of Life Fellowship Church3650 N. Greenbush StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 449-4008

Islam

Muslim Student Association1022 First StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-8650

Jehovah’s Witness

Jehovah’s Witness East & South Congregations2224 State StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-2663

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness4111 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-4086

Lutheran

Grace Lutheran Church102 Buckingham DriveLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-1887

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church ELCA1005 N. 21st StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 447-4205

Our Savior Lutheran Church ELCA300 W. Fowler StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-2931

Redeemer Lutheran Church510 Lindberg AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-5851

St. James Lutheran Church 800 Cincinnati StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-1616

University Lutheran Church100 S. Chauncey AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-2472

Mennonite

Lafayette Mennonite Fellowship176 E. Stadium StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-4876

Methodist

Brown Street United Methodist905 Brown StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-1316

Christ United Methodist Church3610 S. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-4313

Congress Street United Methodist Church2010 Congress StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-4158

Dayton United Methodist Church7201 Wesleyan DriveDayton, IN 47941(765) 296-3146

First United Methodist Church1700 SR 26 W.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-1285

Grace United Methodist Church615 N. 22nd StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-4152

Heritage United Methodist Church3111 N. 350 E.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 429-5130

St. Andrew United Methodist Church4703 N. 50 W.West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 497-7755

Stidham United Methodist Church5300 S. 175 W. Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-2806

Trinity United Methodist Church404 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-1288

University Church320 North StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-3861

Nazarene

First Church of the Nazarene201 S. 500 E.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-7655


Resources

Non-Denominational

Baha’i Spiritual Assembly2825 Covington StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-8223

Calvary Chapel2111 E. State StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 477-7744

Church Alive Worship Center2323 Shoshone CourtLafayette, IN 47909(765) 471-2884

Greater Macedonia Church of God17 S. Seventh StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-0727

Maple Ridge Community Church1231 Cumberland Avenue, Suite HWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-4509

St. Philmomena Center810 North StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-4884

Upper Room Christian Fellowship2234 Indian Trail DriveWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-7380

Victory Christian Center10 N. Earl AvenueLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-7777

Pentecostal

Abundant Love Outreach Church426 S. 16th Street Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 471-8305

Pentecostal Church of God3616 S. Ninth StreetLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-2902

Presbyterian

Bethany Presbyterian Church3305 Longlois DriveLafayette, IN 47904(765) 447-2662

Central Presbyterian Church31 N. Seventh StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-8481

Covenant Presbyterian Church211 Knox DriveWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-7303

Dayton Memorial Presbyterian Church731 Walnut StreetDayton, IN 47941(765) 296-3199

Elston Presbyterian Church375 Elston RoadLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-3881

Faith Presbyterian Church3318 SR 26 W.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-3683

Immanuel Reformed Church3509 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 477-7025

Korean Church of Purdue4505 SR 26 W.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 807-2577

University Church320 North StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-3861

Seventh Day Adventist

Seventh Day Adventist Church3509 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-1221

Eternal Gospel Fellowship of Historic Seventh-Day Adventists4100 Jackson HighwayWest Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 583-3195

Synagogues

B’nai B’rith Hillel Foundation912 W. State StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-1293

Sons of Abraham661 N. Seventh StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-2113

Temple Israel620 Cumberland AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-3455

Unitarian-Universalist

Unitarian-Universalist Church333 Meridian StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-8812


Resources

Community CentersCommunity and Family Resource Center300 Fountain StreetLafayette, IN 47902(765) 742-5046www.cfrc.org

Hanna Community Center1201 N. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-0191www.hannacenter.org

McAllister Recreation Center2351 N. 20th StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 807-1360www.lafayette.in.gov

Morton Community Center 222 N. Chauncey StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 775-5120 www.westlafayette.in.gov

Community OrganizationsCommunity Foundation of Greater Lafayette1114 E. State StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-9078www.cfglaf.org

Greater Lafayette Volunteer Bureau1114 E. State StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-9077www.glvb.org

Lafayette-West Lafayette Convention & Visitors Bureau301 Frontage RoadLafayette, IN 47905(800) 872-6648(765) 447-9999www.homeofpurdue.com

Sister City, Ota, Japan(765) 742-4044www.greaterlafayettecommerce.com

United Way of Greater Lafayette1114 State StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 742-9077www.uwlafayette.org

For a full list of community and other local organizations:www.jconline.com/section/COMMUNITY

EnvironmentRecycling Center705 South River RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 775-5242www.westlafayette.in.gov

NICHES Land Trustwww.nicheslandtrust.org

Tree Lafayette1915 Scott StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 449-7908www.treelafayette.org

West Lafayette Tree Fund609 W. Navajo StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 775-5160www.westlafayette.in.gov

Wabash River Enhancement Corp.200 N. Second StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 420-8505www.wabashriver.net

Government City of Lafayette20 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 807-1002www.lafayette.in.gov

City of West Lafayette 609 W. Navajo StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 775-5100www.westlafayette.in.gov

Tippecanoe County20 N. Third StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-9215www.tippecanoe.in.gov

Historic InterestsBuildings, Sites

Big Four DepotRiehle Plaza200 N. SecondLafayette, IN 47901www.homeofpurdue.com

Historic Five Points Fire Station Museum1511 Main StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 429-1046www.homeofpurdue.com

Red Crown Mini-MuseumSixth and South StreetsLafayette, IN 47901www.homeofpurdue.com

SamaraA home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright(765) 409-5522www.samara-house.org


Resources

Museums

Historic Prophetstown3549 Prophetstown TrailBattle Ground, IN 47920(765) 567-4700www.prophetstown.org

Tippecanoe County Historical Association

Frank Arganbright Genealogy & Research Center and Alameda McCullough Library 1001 South Street Lafayette, IN 47901 (765) 476-8411 www.tcha.mus.in.us

Fort Ouiatenon Blockhouse 3129 S. River Road West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 743-3921

Fowler House 909 South Street Lafayette, IN 47901 (765) 476-8411 www.tcha.mus.in.us

Tippecanoe Battlefield & Museum 200 Battle Ground Ave. Battle Ground, IN 47920 (765) 567-2147 www.tcha.mus.in.us

Organizations

Wabash Valley Trust for Historic Preservation325 N. 5th StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 420-0268www.wabashvalleytrust.org

LibrariesPurdue University Librarieswww.lib.purdue.edu

Tippecanoe County Public Librarywww.tcpl.lib.in.us

Main Library 627 South Street Lafayette, IN 47901 (765) 429-0100

Klondike Branch 3062 Lindberg Road West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 463-5893

Tippecanoe County/ Ivy Tech Library 3101 S. Creasy Lane Lafayette, IN 47901 (765) 269-5380

West Lafayette Public Library208 W. Columbia StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765)743-2261www.wlaf.lib.in.us

MediaChildren’s Events Newsletter

Just Kidding!P.O. Box 2897West Lafayette, IN 47996(765) [email protected]

Magazines

Lafayette MagazineQuarterly Gannett publication217 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 423-5511www.lafmag.com

Newspapers

Journal and CourierDaily217 N. Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(800) 456-3223(765) 423-5511jconline.com

Purdue ExponentWeekdays 460 Northwestern AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47907(765) 743-1111purdueexponent.org, online edition www.purdueexponent.org

Radio

WASK 1450 AM and 98.7 FM, wask.com WKOA 105 FM, wkoa.com WKHY 93.5 FM, wkhy.com WXXB 102.9 FM, wxxb.comSchurz Communications Inc.P.O. Box 7880Lafayette, IN 47903(765) 447-2186

WAZY 96.5 FM, wazy.com WSHP 95.7 FM, wshp.com WLFF 95.3 FM, wlff.comArtistic Media Partners3824 S. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-1410

WBAA 920 AM, 101.3 FM, wbaa.comNational Public Radio AffiliatePurdue UniversityElliott Hall of Music712 N. Third StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47907(765) 494-5920

Television

Comcast Cable(765) 447-6886www.comcast.usdirect.com/ in-lafayette-comcast-cable

DIRECTV1-855-838-4388www.directv.com

Dish Network1-844-219-9626www.dish.com


Resources

Metronet414 N. Earl AvenueLafayette, IN 47904(765) 250-8000www.metronetinc.com

WLFI-TV 18CBS Affiliate 2605 Yeager RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-1800www.wlfi.com

Medical CareClinics

Franciscan Alliancewww.franciscanalliance.org

IU Health Arnett Clinics(765) 448-8000(800) 899-8448www.iuhealth.org

Unity Healthcare Medical Campus1345 Unity PlaceLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-8133www.unityhc.com

Hospitals

IU Health Arnett Hospital5165 McCarty LaneLafayette, IN 47905(765) 448-8000(800) 542-7818www.iuhealth.org

St. Elizabeth East1701 S. Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905(765) 502-4000www.ste.org

River Bend Hospital2900 N. River RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-2555www.wvhmhc.org

Neighborhood Associations Lafayettewww.lafayette.in.gov

West Lafayette www.westlafayette.in.gov

ParksMunicipal, County Parks, Pools

Lafayette Parks and Recreation1915 Scott StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 807-1500www.lafayette.in.gov/parks Columbian Park Zoo, Tropicanoe Cove; Murdock Park; Armstrong Park and Castaway Bay; Vinton Pool and more

West Lafayette Parks and Recreation609 W. Navajo StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 775-5110www.westlafayette.in.gov Celery Bog Nature Area, Lilly Nature Center, Happy Hollow Park, Tapawingo Park and more

Tippecanoe County Parks and Recreation4449 SR 43 NorthWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 567-2993www.tippecanoe.in.gov Ross Hills Park, Wildcat Park, Wabash Heritage Trail and more

Other Local Parks, Trails

Clegg Botanical Gardens 1782 N. 400 E.Lafayette, IN 47905(765) 423-1325www.homeofpurdue.com

Prophetstown State Park4112 E. SR 225Battle Ground, IN 47920(765) 567-4919www.in.gov/dnr

Purdue UniversityHorticulture ParkMcCormick Road, North of SR 26 Westwww.homeofpurdue.org

Wolf ParkWolf research center open to public4004 E. 800 N.Battle Ground, IN 47920(765) 567-2265www.wolfpark.org

Public TransportationCityBus of Lafayette-West Lafayette1250 Canal RoadLafayette, IN 47905(765) 423-2666, Administration(765) 742-RIDE, Route Informationwww.gocitybus.com

SchoolsPostsecondary

Harrison College4705 Meijer CourtLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-9550(888) 544-4422www.HarrisonCollege.com/lafayette

Ivy Tech Community College1170 S. Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905(765) 269-5000(800) 669-4882www.ivytech.edu/lafayette


Resources

Purdue UniversityVisitor Information Center504 Northwestern AvenueWest Lafayette, IN 47907(765) [email protected]

Public

Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (GLASS)Special Education Cooperative2300 Cason StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 771-6006www.lsc.k12.in.us/GLASS

Lafayette School Corp.2300 Cason StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 771-6000www.lsc.k12.in.usSchools: 1 high school, 1 middle school, 1 junior high, 6 elementary schools

Tippecanoe School Corp.21 Elston RoadLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-2481www.tsc.k12.in.usSchools: 2 high schools, 7 middle schools, 10 elementary schools

West Lafayette Community School Corp.1130 N. Salisbury StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 746-1602www.wl.k12.in.usSchools: 1 early elementary, 1 middle elementary, 1 junior/senior high school

Private

Faith Christian School5516 SR 26 EastLafayette, IN 47905(765) 447-2727

First Assembly Christian Academy108 Beck LaneLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-1432www.firstag.org

Lafayette Catholic Schools2410 S. Ninth StreetLafayette, IN 47909(765) 474-7500www.lcss.org St. Boniface School St. Lawrence School St. Mary’s Cathedral School Central Catholic High School

Lafayette Christian School525 N. 26th StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 447-3052www.lafayettechristian.org

Montessori School of Lafayette-West Lafayette2552 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47996(765) 464-1133www.msgl.org

New Community School1904 Elmwood AvenueLafayette, IN 47904(765) 420-9617www.ncs.k12.in.us

Pleasantview Christian School3509 Soldiers Home RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-7978www.pleasantview.us

St. James Lutheran School615 N. Eighth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-6464www.stjameslaf.org

Adult Education

Lafayette Adult Resource Academy1100 Elizabeth StreetLafayette, IN 47904(765) 476-2920www.lsc.k12.in.us/laraweb

Wabash Area Lifetime Learning AssociationElderhostel AffiliateMorton Community Center222 N. Chauncey StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 746-2006www.wallaonline.org

SportsGolf Courses

Battle Ground Golf Club5505 Pretty Prairie RoadBattle Ground, IN 47920(765) 567-2178www.golfbattleground.com

Birck Boilermaker Golf ComplexAckerman Hills and The Kampen CoursePurdue University1202 Cherry LaneWest Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 494-3139www.purduegolf.com

Coyote Crossing Golf Course5801 Augusta Blvd.West Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-1061www.coyotecrossinggolf.com

Edwood Glen Country Club1601 E. 650 N.West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 463-1100

Lafayette Country Club1500 S. Ninth StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-3461www.lafayettecountryclub.net


Resources

Ravines Golf Course8525 Division RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 497-7888www.ravinesgolf.com

West Lafayette Golf & Country Club3224 U.S. 52 WestWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 463-2232www.wlgcc.com

Other Sports

Skate America Roller Skating & Fun Center135 S. Earl AvenueLafayette, IN 47904(765) 447-8758www.skateamericarink.com/lafayette

Gus Macker Basketball Tournamentwww.homeofpurdue.com

Purdue University Big Ten Conference1000 N. University Street(765) 494-3194(765) 497-7678www.purduesports.com [email protected]

Riverside Skating CenterOutdoor ice rink100 Tapawingo Drive NorthWest Lafayette, IN 47906(765) 743-RINKwww.westlafayette.in.gov

YMCA, Lafayette Family1950 S. 18th StreetLafayette, IN 47905(765) 474-3448www.lafayettefamilyymca.org

YWCA of Greater Lafayette605 North Sixth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 742-0075www.ywcalafayette.org

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YouthImagination StationSpace, science museum600 N. Fourth StreetLafayette, IN 47901(765) 420-7780www.homeofpurdue.com

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