Dear Indianapolis community members: Thank you for your interest in and support of the Murals for Racial Justice initiative. The project, which commissioned 22 Black artists to create 24 temporary murals on boarded-up storefronts in Downtown Indianapolis, started in early June as an immediate response to the worldwide protests calling for racial justice and an […]
Meet the Team: Rebecca Knoop, Assistant Director of Finance
Meet our Assistant Director of Finance, Rebecca Knoop. Rebecca handles all things money-related, but don’t be fooled – she has some crazy fun facts, too! Favorite Food: Mediterranean Favorite Hobby: Teaching and practicing Ashtanga yoga Favorite TV Shows: Seinfeld, Schitt’s Creek Fun Facts: This is a hard one… I lived […]
Meet the Team: Frank Stone, Everybody Rides Coordinator
Our next featured team member is EveryBody Rides Coordinator, Frank Stone! Frank is responsible for our EveryBody Rides program, which aims to provide everybody access to Pacers Bikeshare, regardless of gender, age, race, income, etc. He often leads group rides around the city for those interested in learning more about this program. Read more […]
Meet the Team: Kären Haley, Executive Director
In honor of our amazing and hard-working team at the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Inc., we will be sharing some fun facts about each of our staff members and why they love what they do! Take a few minutes to get to know the faces behind the Cultural Trail who keep it beautiful and enjoyable […]
Meet our Digital Marketing Intern: Danielle
We are so excited to have Danielle join us this summer to build our digital marketing presence! Let’s take a minute to learn a little bit more about Danielle, most importantly, her favorite dessert because this office doesn’t shy away from anything sweet! So, where do you go to school? Northwestern University in Evanston, IL […]
All about the EveryBody Rides Program
Hi, I’m Frank Stone, the EveryBody Rides program coordinator. I was introduced to the Trail through working with TeenWorks during their summer programming. Having the chance to help teens learn more about the things their city has to offer, and how to navigate downtown by bike share was enjoyable for me. So when the opportunity […]
Ask us anything – Garden Edition
On last week’s Instagram Live, we have Ethan answer your questions about the Indianapolis Cultural Trail gardens. Here’s a recap of “Ask us anything” Garden Edition with ICT Horticulture Manager, Ethan. Has the Trail considered growing veggies or community gardens along The Trail? It has been discussed but it is not something we plan on […]
What’s Blooming on the Trail – May 2020
It’s finally “real” spring on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick and that means…lots of new blooms! Let’s take a minute to go over what’s blooming now and where you can find it during your next stroll, ride, or run on the Trail. Zone 1: Catmint, Yellow and Purple Bearded […]
ICT Board of Directors: New Members
Meet the newest members of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail Inc Board Of Directors: John Andrews Vice President of Preconstruction Shiel Sexton Ben Grande Corporate Social Responsibility Manager Gene B. Glick Company Karen Spartero Chief Communications […]
Featured Plant: Dwarf Crested Iris
Common Name: Dwarf Crested Iris Scientific Name: Iris cristata ‘Alba’ Location: Washington Street outside of the Indiana Government Center; Southeast Corridor in Fountain Square Description: This Iris won’t make many Insta posts even though it has some beautiful flowers. During the craziness of everything blooming in May it gets overshadowed by other popular plants. It is worth […]