The public is invited to attend the unveiling of a historic marker that will recognize Maplelawn Farmstead’s inclusion as a historic site on the National Register of Historic Places.
The unveiling is at 1 p.m. tomorrow at the Maplelawn Farmstead, 9575 Whitestown Rd. The farmhouse and outbuildings will be open for tours, and light refreshments will be served.
Selected for inclusion on the National Register for its role as a prosperous farm from 1852 to 1924, Maplelawn Farmstead illustrates the progression of agricultural development and land use in central Indiana during the last half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century.
The farm, which is now comprised of 3.9 acres, was originally established in 1835 on an 80-acre tract. With its complement of intact buildings and rich history, the Maplelawn Farmstead is being preserved, restored and developed as a unique park and educational center. Future plans include educational programs, historic demonstrations, barn dances and walking tours.