The Indianapolis Propylaeum

Jill Chambers has been a member of the Propylaeum since 1990. At the time, Jill was serving as president of the Women’s History Association and was contacted by Joanne Solomon to serve on the Propylaeum historical marker committee. After helping get the marker approved, Jill knew she had to be a member of the Prop. “I’ve been involved with the board and committees every since I joined.” Jill said. “I chaired the Talbott Street Art Fair parking committee until I was able to p

Karen Pfeiffer has been working on repairing the decorative paint at the Propylaeum. Can you believe that the base coat of color on the southeast room walls is green? The finish on the walls is a Jazz or Tiffany glaze, consisting of several layers of paint applied in a stippled fashion to achieve a complex color. When Jim Glass presented the history and architecture of the Propylaeum at February Prop Day, he described the décor of the southeast room as French Baroque. Then kn

Propylaeum staff and board members continue to monitor state and local guidelines for reopening businesses. The safety of staff, members, and guests is our top priority. June 1 we will slowly begin the re-opening process. By appointment, small groups may come to the Propylaeum to meet or tour. We will be limiting the size of groups and we will be spacing out appointment times. Between groups the common area handrails, door knobs, and restrooms will be wiped with disinfectant