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In an era of rapid change and political division, Indiana’s county courthouses stand as enduring symbols of stability, civility, and community—soaring towers that rise above town squares and rural landscapes like secular cathedrals. Through their differing architectural styles and details, each courthouse tells a unique story of a county’s prosperity, ambition, or humble beginnings. In 2007, attorney Douglas Church set out on an ambitious mission to collect artwork representing all 92 Indiana county courthouses, a remarkable feat he completed this year. On August 1, hear the fascinating—and occasionally humorous—stories behind Doug’s journey, along with insight into the historic and artistic legacy of Indiana’s courthouses from Elizabeth R. Osborn, director of education at Indiana University’s Center on Representative Government. Clay Miller, former president of the Indiana State Bar Association and past member of Indiana Landmarks’ board of directors, moderates the program. Following the presentation, attendees are invited to an opening reception in Indiana Landmarks Center’s Rapp Family Gallery to view the full collection of courthouse artwork, including pieces by artists Wyatt LeGrand, Anastasia Mak, Nancy Rairdon, Rich Ernsting, and many more. TICKETS The event is free with RSVP. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with program from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Indiana Landmarks Center (which is accessible to all) or online via Zoom. A reception in Rapp Family Gallery follows the main program. Reserve your spot at www.indianalandmarks.org/.../historic-county.../. Sponsored by Church, Church, Hittle + Antrim; Indiana State Bar Association; and Indiana Bar Foundation. (Pictured from left to right: Spencer County Courthouse, Nancy Rairdon; Greene County Courthouse, Wyatt LeGrand; Monroe County Courthouse, Anastasia Mak)
