Meridian Street ... and Beyond

Featured at this year's Home and Garden Tour are seven beautiful and distinctive homes in the Meridian Kessler Neighborhood. Homeowners have graciously agreed to open their homes and are proud to showcase their talents and creative projects to the community. They have exerted much time and energy in their renovations, landscaping, painting, and additions.

• G. Thrapp Jewelers
• Hamaker Pharmacy (49th & Pennsylvania)
• Taste Café
  
• The National Bank of Indianapolis (49th & Pennsylvania)
• Glendale Mall's information center

Day Tour Homes: David Clingan & David Hudelson 5259 N. Delaware St Hosted by: Tim & Erin McNulty Great style and funky collections turned this utilitarian house into a chic new version of the 1950’s ranch.  Before you enter, notice how this exterior color defines the house, yet keeps it in tune with the more traditional homes in the neighborhood.  Look for the gargoyle on the chimney.  It protects our homeowners from those evil spirits! Brian & Martha Steinkamp 5251 N. Washington Blvd. Hosted by: Sue Applegate / Molly Seidel This classic contemporary home masterfully combines period with vogue. The vintage furnishings, monochromatic color scheme, and original abstract art give this beauty a rare sophistication that belies the four active boys growing up inside. Note the unusual floor plan of this home and the unique octagonal dining room. Bill Mirola & Jim LeGrand 4833 N. Park Ave. Hosted by: Tammy Miller - 4 Star Gallery / Belle Washburn Expect a butler to step out any minute in this fabulously appointed English country home. The Hepplewhite reproduction dining table is set for an elegant dinner with authentic 18th century Creamware by Wedgwood, and displayed on the piano is The Frog Service reproduced by Wedgwood which Catherine the Great of Russia made famous. And try, if you can, to detect four spies framed by Vanity Fair as you ascend the stairway! Emily Walvoord & Greg Bauwens 4420 N. Pennsylvania St. Hosted by: Linda Helmen - Village / Pegg Kennedy This spacious family home is elegantly decorated in cool colors.  Classic renovations sympathetic to the architectural integrity of the home will delight all visitors.  The whimsical childrens' rooms will bring a smile to your face!   Jeff & Denyse Baker 4430 N. Pennsylvania St. Hosted by: Jo Ann Carr & Eadie Barrie - Interlude Tours  This 1922 English cottage style house is a delightful retreat for a young family.  The broad windows, vintage mailbox and stone pathway draw you into this Meridian Kessler treasure. Jim & Michelle Mayer 5216 N. Delaware St. Hosted by: Sara Brown / Tom & Susan Ferverda A wonderful family home with a new addition will entice you to enter the back yard with the sound of a fountain and fish pond, surrounded by beautiful landscaping.  Note the new craft room on the second floor! Abigail & Benjamin Kuzma 5639 N. Meridian St. Hosted by: Mary Anne Schlagenhauf / Eileen Johantges This classic Meridian Street home flavored with French Country and Mediterranean ambiance integrated a seamless addition that respects the character of the original structure.  Its lead glass windows are outstanding, as are the handsome woodworked doors and dining room furniture.  The innovative master suite, ornate fireplace in the basement family room and the lush grounds make this home a memorable choice to visit. This year's Day Tour includes several street fairs and events including: Photography Contest Antique Appraisal Fair Tour of Historic School 84