Saving Our Legacy
Indiana Music History Project
Welcome to the Indiana Music History Project (IMHP) — an Indiana nonprofit dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the rich and diverse musical legacy of Indiana. From jazz legends on Indiana Avenue to garage rock pioneers, soul icons, bluegrass pickers, and beyond, our mission is to honor the artists, venues, and communities that have shaped the sound of our state. Through our many initiatives, IMHP brings Indiana’s musical stories to life for future generations.
Explore, learn, and discover why Indiana music is important worldwide.
Oral History – Interview Highlights and Complete Interviews
We’re excited to begin releasing both Interview Highlights and Complete Interviews from the Indiana Music History Project. Below you’ll find the most recently published oral history pages, each featuring videos, photos, and stories from the musicians who helped shape Indiana’s musical legacy. Make sure you’re subscribed to our email list for updates on the Oral History Project! The Indiana music oral history project is made possible through a grant funded by the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation.
Celebrating 10 Years!
Founded in 2015, the IMHP is growing! Thanks to the support of our dedicated staff and volunteers, we proudly offer a free public Indiana Music History Museum. Through our programs, we are committed to preserving and sharing the rich history of Indiana’s music through educational resources, tours, and public engagement. Our efforts are made possible through generous public donations, sponsorships, and grants.
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Irvington Library – Indiana Rock, Punk and New Wave Display
Indiana Rock, Punk and New Wave Display Stop by our newest displays at Irvington Library, 10 S Audubon Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219. You can visit the display during library open hours.Mon-Wed, 10 a.m. - 8
Connecting Culture & Conservation at EarthFest 2025
Indiana Music History Project Connects Culture and Conservation at EarthFest The Indiana Music History Project was proud to set up a booth at this year’s EarthFest, presented by Earth Day Indiana. Held annually each
Featured Memorabilia Donation: Charles W. Ardery, Jr.
Charles W. Ardery, Jr. was born in Indianapolis in 1931, and soon thereafter gravitated to the piano. Although he was never formally trained, music was a big part of his life. He could play just
Indianapolis Central Library – Hip Hop & Jackson 5 Displays
Stop by our newest displays at Indianapolis Public Library. You can find it at the Central Library, Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) - Located in the R.B. Annis West Reading Room. This
