Neighborhood Associations
Historic Meridian Park Neighborhood Association
The Historic Meridian Park (HMP) neighborhood is bounded by Pennsylvania St. and Washington Blvd. and by 30th and 34th Streets. HMP is a mixture of life-long residents and relative newcomers. Many were first drawn to the fine old homes. Who could resist the romance of homes with Rookwood tile fireplaces, stained glass and leaded windows, hardwood floors and cabinetry, sleeping porches and welcoming front porches? But the people are the reason they’ve stayed. Adopting an older home in a city neighborhood takes an open mind and an interest in community. The eclectic and spirited mix of residents accepts the challenges and rewards of maintaining a strong community. In 1988, residents undertook a detailed documentation of the area’s history and architecture. As a result, HMP is now on the National Register of Historic Neighborhoods. An exploratory process has begun recently for local designation. The Historic Meridian Park Neighborhood Association holds many programs and activities throughout the year. The Association holds quarterly meetings for all residents the third Monday of the month at 7:15pm in the Fortune Room of Trinity Church. FMI, visit www.historicmeridianpark.org.
Mapleton-Fall Creek Neighborhood Association
Mapleton-Fall Creek Neighborhood Association (MFCNA) is the largest neighborhood association, welcoming members from all corners of the neighborhood. The boundaries are 38th Street on the North, Meridian Street on the East, and Fall Creek on the South. Meetings for the MFCNA take place on the second Thursday of each month at Phillips Temple CME Church (34th and Washington Blvd) at 6:30pm.
Watson-McCord Neighborhood Association
The Watson-McCord Neighborhood is bounded by 38th Street on the North, Fairfield Avenue on the South, Woodland Avenue on the East, and Central Avenue on the West. The community is comprised of many older single-family homes of historic significance as well as mixed-use buildings, small businesses and not-for-profit agencies, a public school, several churches, and the Watson Bird Sanctuary. The neighborhood is a vital cross-section of Indianapolis: it is racially mixed and economically diverse. Residents include blue collar workers, doctors, lawyers, members of the police force, educators, clergy persons, small business owners and civil functionaries. WMNA’s mission is to promote, create, and maintain a viable and productive living environment conducive to neighborhood enhancement through community-based problem solving, neighborhood-oriented services and public/private cooperation. The Watson-McCord Neighborhood Association meets bi-monthly on the third Monday at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church (418 E 34th Street) at 7:00pm. FMI, visit www.watsonmccord.org.